Book Shows

2026 Sharjah International Book Fair

Name: 2026 Sharjah International Book Fair
Start: 2026-11-04
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Sharjah Expo Centre

Show your book to one of the highest-attended book fairs in the world, drawing well over a million visitors across eleven days.

Nov 04 – Nov 14, 2026 Sharjah, UAE Deadline: Oct 05, 2026

Illustration of a Combined Book Exhibit stand displaying titles at the 2026 Sharjah International Book Fair

About the Show

Display your book at Sharjah Expo Centre

The 10-day event which started in 1982 under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, is a leading literary event that profiles the written work throughout the Middle East, Asia and Africa. The book fair is considered to be the 3rd largest fair in the world and saw 2.4 million visitors attend in 2022. Those that attend can expect to discover new titles that are hard to find. The event also features a lineup of book signings, workshops and panel discussions. It has been reported that UK and European publishers who attended past Sharjah International Book Fairs, said the fair had brought in new business opportunities for them.

Dates

Nov 04 – Nov 14, 2026

Location

Sharjah, UAE

Display copy deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Registration deadline

Oct 05, 2026

Who attends: Arab-world publishers, booksellers, distributors and general readers

Service Offerings

Choose how your book appears at the show

Combine any of these options to give your title the widest possible exposure at the fair.

Print Book Display

Display your print book at the USA Pavilion, ensuring visibility among international buyers and industry professionals.

Ebook Display

Feature your ebook on large TV monitors, allowing attendees to browse and inquire about your work.

Print / Ebook Display

Display your print book and ebook together for maximum reach at the show.

New Title Showcase

Highlight your latest release in a dedicated section, drawing attention from rights buyers and media representatives.

Advertising in CBE's Exhibit Catalogs

Enhance your book's visibility with a full-page ad in our official catalog, distributed to all attendees.

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Shipping Information

Get your books to us on time

Display copies must reach us by Oct 12, 2026 so we can process them for the show. Full addresses and packing guidance are on our shipping instructions page.

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