MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS & MUST-DOS

This space is dedicated to discovering workshops and literary events happening across the UAE —
 ideal for writers, storytellers, readers, and anyone moved by words.
If you wish to have your event featured, please email us at info@bookhero.in

2ND MAY 26

Fly, Red, Fly! Storytime & Book Signing

Date: Saturday | Time: 11:00 AM

Location: Kutubna Cultural Center · Dubai

A delightful storytelling and book signing session for young readers and families.
Learn more & join → https://www.kutubna.ae/products/fly-red-fly-storytime-book-signing-session-with-ebtisam-al-beiti

2ND MAY 26

The Midnight Library – Primexar Book Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 4:00–6:00 PM

Location: JLT · Dubai

A reflective discussion on life choices and alternate realities inspired by The Midnight Library.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/primexar-book-club/events/314161882/

3RD MAY 26

Seeing With Words: An Ekphrastic Creative Writing Session

Date: Sunday | Time: 3:00 PM

Location: Dubai · United Arab Emirates

A creative writing session inspired by visual art, encouraging participants to translate imagery into words.
Learn more & join → https://www.kutubna.ae/products/seeing-with-words-an-ekphrastic-creative-writing-session

8TH MAY 26

International Conference on Modern Literary Criticism and Theory

Date: Friday | Time: Register to know more

Location: Dubai · United Arab Emirates

An academic conference focused on contemporary literary criticism and theoretical approaches, inviting scholars and researchers to share insights and research.
Learn more & join → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/100443851

9TH MAY 26

48 Laws of Power – Money Minds Book Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

Location: The Coffee Club – Wafi City · Dubai

An engaging discussion on power dynamics and strategy through Robert Greene’s bestselling work.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/moneyminds/events/309991414/

10TH MAY 26

The Experience Machine – Dubai Bibliophiles Book Club

Date: Sunday | Time: 6:30–8:30 PM

Location: Times Square Mall · Dubai

An academic conference focused on contemporary literary criticism and theoretical approaches, inviting scholars and researchers to share insights and research.
Learn more & join → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/100443851

10TH MAY 26

A Nation’s Love – Poetry Evening

Date: Sunday | Time: 7:30–8:30 PM

Location: Abu Dhabi · United Arab Emirates · Cultural Foundation

An evening of reflection and poetic expression held at the Cultural Foundation, bringing together powerful voices in Arabic poetry.Featuring poet Mousa Al Qubaisi (Nabati poetry) and poet Amal Al Sahlawi (classical Arabic poetry), the evening is presented by Hussein Alameri. 
Learn more → https://abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/105973/poetry-evening-a-nations-love-in-abu-dhabi

12TH MAY 26

The No-Pressure Book Club

Date: Tuesday | Time: 3:00–5:00 PM

Location: Springs Souk · Dubai

A relaxed, judgment-free space for readers to gather and discuss books at their own pace.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/the-no-pressure-book-club/events/314416197/

12TH MAY 26

Dubai Downtown Book Club – Show Your Work

Date: Tuesday | Time: 7:00–9:00 PM

Location: Downtown · Dubai

An academic conference focused on contemporary literary criticism and theoretical approaches, inviting scholars and researchers to share insights and research.
Learn more & join → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/100443851

16TH MAY 26

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion – Money Minds Book Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

Location: The Coffee Lab · Dubai

A deep dive into persuasion, influence, and behavioral psychology through Robert Cialdini’s work.Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/moneyminds/events/309977046/

17TH MAY 26

Muslim Philosophers: A Lecture Series

Date: Sunday | Time: 4:00–5:30 PM

Location: Kutubna Cultural Center · Dubai

A lecture series exploring the ideas and contributions of influential Muslim philosophers.Learn more & join → https://www.kutubna.ae/products/muslim-philosophers-a-lecture-series

20TH MAY 26

International Conference on Translation Studies and Narrative Theory

Date: Wednesday | Time: Register to know more

Location: Abu Dhabi · United Arab Emirates

A scholarly gathering dedicated to translation studies and narrative theory, encouraging dialogue on language, interpretation, and cross-cultural literary exchange.
Learn more & join → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/100422467

20TH MAY 26

Love’s Executioner – Safar Book Group

Date: Wednesday | Time: 7:15–9:15 PM

Location: Media One Hotel · Dubai

A scholarly gathering dedicated to translation studies and narrative theory, encouraging dialogue on language, interpretation, and cross-cultural literary exchange.
Learn more & join → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/100422467

23RD MAY 26

The Life Force Revolution – Money Minds Book Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

Location: The Coffee Club – Wafi City · Dubai

A discussion focused on health, energy, and personal transformation inspired by Tony Robbins’ work.Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/moneyminds/events/314434916/

24TH MAY 26

Truth, Fiction & the Female Voice

Date: Sunday | Time: 3:00–5:00 PM

Location: Les Gourmet, Majan · Dubai

An afternoon exploring humor, vulnerability, identity, and the many ways women tell stories through truth and fiction.Hosted by Uhibbook, this intimate literary gathering creates space for conversation, reflection, and storytelling centered around women’s voices and lived experiences.
Learn more & join → https://uhibbook.com/events/truth-fiction-the-female-voice/