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

5TH SEPTEMBER 26

5TH SEPTEMBER 26

Date: Saturday | Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

Location: The Coffee, Souk Al Bahar, Dubai Mall · Dubai

A discussion of Keith Ferrazzi's Never Eat Alone, focusing on networking, relationship-building, and connecting with others for personal and career success.Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/moneyminds/events/315352106/

11TH SEPTEMBER 26

International Conference on Literature, Identity and Cultural Memory

Date: Friday

Location: Dubai · United Arab Emirates

An international academic conference exploring the intersections of literary works, cultural identity, and memory preservation.
Learn more → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/101344568

13TH SEPTEMBER 26

35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF)

Dates: September 13–18, 2026

Location: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), Halls 1–7 · Abu Dhabi

A premier regional book fair bringing together publishers, authors, scholars, and readers for exhibitions, literary talks, and cultural programming.
Learn more → https://www.adnec.ae/en/eventlisting/abu-dhabi-international-book-fair-2025-1

13TH SEPTEMBER 26

Figuring – Dubai Bibliophiles Book Club

Date: Sunday | Time: 6:30–8:30 PM

Location: The Coffee Club, Times Square Mall · Dubai

A discussion of Maria Popova's Figuring, exploring human connection, science, art, and the pursuit of meaning through historical lives.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/bibliophiles-dubai-book-club/events/315843146/

16TH SEPTEMBER 26

International Conference on Global Literature and Cultural Exchange

Date: Wednesday

Date: Wednesday

A discussion of The Book of Elon by Eric Jorgenson, exploring innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and lessons from Elon Musk's career.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/moneyminds/events/314414799/

16TH SEPTEMBER 26

International Conference on Literary Narratives and Cultural Representation

Date: Wednesday

Location: Dubai · United Arab Emirates

A scholarly conference examining narrative structures, representation, and cultural storytelling in contemporary literature.
Learn more → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/101035504

19TH SEPTEMBER 26

Tuesdays With Morrie – Primexar Book Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 4:00–6:00 PM

Location: One Lake Plaza, Cluster T, Jumeirah Lake Towers · Dubai

A discussion of Mitch Albom's Tuesdays With Morrie, exploring life lessons, wisdom, and meaningful human connection.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/primexar-book-club/events/316015300/

19TH SEPTEMBER 26

Deep Value – Money Minds Book Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

Location: The Coffee, Souk Al Bahar, Dubai Mall · Dubai

An academic conference focusing on poetic theory, aesthetics, and literary expressions in modern scholarship.
Learn more → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/101111156

26TH SEPTEMBER 26

Stuffed and Starved – Banned Books Club

Date: Saturday | Time: 1:30–4:30 PM

Location: TBD · Dubai

A discussion of Raj Patel's Stuffed and Starved, examining the global food system, economic inequality, and corporate dominance.
Learn more & join → https://www.meetup.com/banned-books-club/events/315795299/

30TH SEPTEMBER 26

International Conference on Poetry, Narrative and Imagination

Date: Wednesday

Location: Abu Dhabi · United Arab Emirates

A conference bringing together researchers and writers to discuss narrative forms, poetry, and creative imagination.
Learn more → https://conferencealerts.co.in/event/100867473