2nd International Bookseller Conference

Austin Macauley UAE participated in the 2nd International Bookseller Conference, which took place on the side-lines of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival from 1st May to 2nd May. The Sharjah Book Authority organised the event at the Expo Centre Sharjah.

 

Some 383 book distributors, including 160 from Arab nations and 223 from the rest of the world, participated in the event. The event also included 18 workshops and roundtables apart from 15 publisher pitches. The publisher pitches included those from reputable authors, from around the world, including Austin Macauley UAE.

 

The conference was a unique and befitting opportunity for publishers and industry professionals to share and learn from each other. Austin Macauley UAE aims to continue engaging in such initiatives and conferences.

Austin Macauley Publishers Set to Participate in Muscat International Book Fair 2023

The twenty-seventh edition of the Muscat International Book Fair is just around the corner. We are pleased to announce that we will be part of it, presenting a diverse collection of published books to the attendees.

 

The Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre will host an 11-day literary event that promises to be a grand celebration of literature. It will begin on 22nd February 2023 and end on 4th March 2023 from 10.00 AM to 10.00 PM. Around 32 countries and 826 publishing houses are participating in the book fair, and Austin Macauley is all set to make its significant impression. The book fair will have multiple fun activities for families and friends as they embark on their quest to find their favourite books and authors.

 

We are excited to see you, so join us for an unforgettable experience!

Austin Macauley Publishers Will Be Showcasing at Abu Dhabi’s Ripe Market

Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi is gearing up to celebrate its 5th season of the Ripe Market. With a line-up like no other hosting local vendors and emerging businesses, we are thrilled to be a part of this year’s weekend fair.

Ripe Market started as a weekly farmer’s market in 2011 to support local home-grown businesses by offering them a platform to promote their products and bring in new customers. The market is now organized in several locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi each year with it’s primary location in Umm Sequim.

This ultimate weekend destination will take place every Friday and Saturday from December 2nd until the end of April 2023 at Al Maryah Island, South Plaza. Austin Macauley Publishers – UAE office will launch its Abu Dhabi pop-up store on 2nd December which will be attended by many local authors. Readers can visit our pop-up store all Ripe Market season from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM to avail 25% off from various Christmas, New Year’s and UAE National Day titles.

Join us to experience an unforgettable experience! Shop from local artisans, enjoy live music and activities in a beautiful destination while shopping for your favorite books with us! We look forward to seeing you! Get more details about the event here.

Austin Macauley Publishers Will be Attending the Kuwait International Book Fair 2022

We are delighted to announce our participation in the 45th edition of the Kuwait International Book Fair, one of the most acclaimed book fairs in the Middle East. The exhibition is organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts and Literature annually and attracts millions of literature enthusiasts from all across the globe.

The first edition of KIBF was introduced in 1975, and since then the exhibition has continued to grow year after year. KIBF aims to motivate the nation’s residents to participate in cultural and creative activities as well as provide a platform for authors, readers and publishers to come together.

The 10-day literary event will be held from November 16th to November 26th, 2022 at Kuwait International Fairground in Mishref. This exciting publishing event will be open for guests from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM on Saturday till Thursday and from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Friday.

Find us at Stand no. 70, Hall 6 to experience a ton of fun activities and the chance to meet your favourite Austin Macauley authors. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Learn more about the event here.

Austin Macauley Publishers Set to Participate in the Sharjah International Book Fair 2022

We are excited to announce that we will be attending the 41st Annual Sharjah International book fair, one of the world’s top literary events attracting an international audience and showcasing publishers from over a hundred countries with millions of titles on a unified platform.

 

SIBF was first held in 1982, and throughout the past 40 years, it has quickly cemented its place as the most important book fair in the Middle East. Dedicated to establishing the emirates as a book publishing hub, SIBF aims to promote cultural understanding and encourage global publishers to translate their work into different languages.

 

Held from November 2nd to November 13th at Expo Centre Sharjah, the SIBF will celebrate the love of literature among the region’s residents. The action-packed days are filled with book signings, art exhibitions, educational workshops, and more to keep the attendees entertained throughout the fair. The unique publishing event will be open for guests from 10:00 to 22:00 from Saturday to Thursday and from 16:00 to 23:00 on Friday. 

 

Find us at Stand no. 29-E, Hall 2 of the Sharjah Expo Center. Readers will have the opportunity to interact with their favourite writers, poets, and academics, who will distribute signed copies of their books. We would be delighted to see you there! Follow us on FacebookTwitter and Instagram or stay tuned with Austin Macauley Publishers for all the latest updates on the Sharjah International Book Fair.

Austin Macauley Publishers to Attend the Riyadh International Book Fair 2022

The Riyadh International Book Fair is held annually in Riyadh, the capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is the largest yearly cultural event in the Middle East. International publishing houses from all over the world participate in the book fair and share their diverse literature with the readers of Saudi Arabia. The book fair is scheduled from 29th September to 8th October at Riyadh Front. 

Austin Macauley Publishers are thrilled to attend the Riyadh International Book Fair. Visit us at Stand No K157 from 11 AM to 12 PM from 29th September to 8th October. We are also offering exciting 50% discounts on our 2019 and mid-2020 books and 35% on our latest releases for 2021 and 2022. Mark your calendars today to visit your favourite publisher at the Riyadh book fair.

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Austin Macauley Publishers to Participate in the Amman International Book Fair

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Amman International Book Fair is conducting its twentieth session of the exhibition from 1st September 2022. The book fair is a yearly host of elite Arab thinkers, intellectuals, and innovators from the whole Arab.

Austin Macauley Publishers are delighted to attend the Amman International Book Fair. Find our team at Stand No D5, Hall Rewaq Amman, Jordan International Exhibition Centre, Mecca Mall. Be there and get the golden opportunity to find our best publications under one roof. We are also offering a 40% discount on our books featuring at the book fair.

So, join us from 1st September to 10th September at the exhibition!

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Austin Macauley Publishers to Participate in the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival

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Buckle up to join us at the most anticipated festival of the year – the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. Kicking off on May 11th, the festival will continue till 22 May 2022. Catch our team at Stand Nu 65 in Hall 4. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to instill a love of reading in your children by introducing them to our eye-catching children’s titles.

Celebrated each year, the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival is a fun-filled celebration for young readers. The festival not only brings fun activities but also a range of educational workshops, shows and plays. For further details, please check out the festival’s official page.

We are looking forward to meeting our wonderful audiences at the festival.

Please follow the following schedule:

Monday to Thursday: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Friday: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Don’t miss this exciting event!

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Austin Macauley Will Be At The Sharjah International Book Fair 2021

We are exhilarated to announce our participation in the 40th edition of the largest publishing event in the United Arab Emirates, the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF). The Sharjah International Book Fair will be a spectacular 11-day event from 3rd till 13th November 2021.

People who love literature and the literary world will unite at this mega-event, as it provides an opportunity to engage with thousands of readers and industry professionals from the region and around the world.

Hundreds of publishers from the world will gather at the Expo Centre Sharjah for the Sharjah International Book Fair. This grand event will be open for guests from 10:00 to 22:00 from Saturday to Thursday and 16:00 to 23:00 on Friday. SIBF 2021 is set to host a stellar lineup of authors and cultural personalities from around the world.

We will be at Stand J-3, Hall 4. We hope to continue our partnership with Sharjah Book Authority to help promote the activity of reading in the region. Our amazing authors will also be present during the event, interacting with the audience and signing copies of their books. Don’t forget to join them at their book signings at SIBF. We are excited to see you all at the Sharjah International Book Fair. You can get more details about the event here.

Austin Macauley’s Books to Be Displayed in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2021

Are you ready for yet another exciting event in the publishing industry? The 30th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is just around the corner. The best part about this year’s book fair is that Austin Macauley Publishers will also be present, and the books published by all three offices (UK, USA, UAE) will be on display. This is a golden opportunity to find our books under one roof and in the same place. You can find us at Hall 10 Stand 9A43.

The book fair will begin on 23rd May 2021. To give people the maximum chance to visit and survey all the books on display, the event will go on for a week and end on 29th May 2021. You can know all the details about the venue and the timings on the Fair’s official page. Abu Dhabi International Book Fair was launched in 1981 by the late Sheikh Zayed and the event manages to attract an average of over 150, 000 visitors from all across the world.

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Book Launch at SCRF 2021: Expo 2020 Dubai Mascots Activity Book

As the official children’s book licensee of Dubai Expo 2020, we are delighted to announce the launch event for the Expo 2020 Dubai Mascots Activity Book at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival on 20th May starting at 7pm.

At the launch, attendees of the SCRF can look forward to being among the first to purchase the book, alongside free colouring pencils, a picture with Dubai Expo 2020 mascots, Rashid and Latifa and balloons, exclusive to the launch event at SCRF. Children in attendance can also take part in a sustainability themed activity on Austin Macauley’s stand to be entered into a competition to win official Expo merchandise.

The Mascot Activity Book has over 50 puzzles, games, quizzes and facts about the environment, sustainability, and technology, this launch will mark the official release of the books prior to the six-month long event in October.

You’ll find us in Hall 3 Stand A17. Come and meet Rashid and Latifa as well as get the chance to enter a competition to win Expo goodies! We look forward to seeing you there!

Austin Macauley to Mark Its Presence at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival

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Get ready for the most exciting event in town! Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) 12th edition is about to begin. The festival will start on May 19th and will continue till 29th May 2021. We are more than delighted to announce that we will be a part of this festival. Our children’s titles, published by both our UK and UAE chapters will be on display. You can find us at Stall No. A17 in Hall No. 3 at the venue.

The festival will be full of fun – there will be live cooking shows, books’ display, a range of workshops for both children and parents and a bunch of other cultural and creative activities. For sure, the festival will be complete entertainment. We are looking forward to meeting our wonderful audiences at the festival. “It’s more than a festival – it’s an ecstatic celebration that goes beyond one age group, enriching the whole family whilst instilling a love of reading in the youngest of children,” says the event’s official page. The following timings will be observed:

Weekdays and Friday: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

You can check the festival’s official page for further details.

Do not miss out!

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COVID-19 AND ANNUAL BOOK SALES: BUSINESS INSIDE REPORTER INTERVIEWS OUR INTERNATIONAL PUBLISHING DIRECTOR

Our International Publishing Director, Jade Robertson was interviewed by Business Inside Reporter about the impact of the Global Pandemic on the annual sales and the overall business strategy. She talked in detail about how the publishing house has adapted to an environment of decreased social activity. She informed that by quickly changing the marketing strategies, Austin Macauley was able to enjoy an increase in sales by 36% in the UK and 56% in the USA. These strategies included prioritizing and investing in the availability of e-books and audiobooks. She said: “We had to focus further on our own website and selling strengths, rather than relying on other online stores we work with to have our books available to readers.”

She further told that this year was a difficult time given the cancellation of all book fairs and book stores; “We have proactively continued to keep in touch with many in the industry through virtual interactions rather than face to face interactions.” Also, by ensuring uninterrupted flow of services, the company was able to survive and thrive. With people locked inside homes, the company had a moral responsibility to provide means of entertainment and enhancing knowledge in the form of books.

Jade Robertson told the Business Inside Reporter that they were able to fulfil this duty with greater hard work by making ever-great number of e-books, audiobooks and backlist titles available. She further exclaimed that with all this extra effort, this year turned out to be great in terms of annual book sales. About future plans for the company’s progress, Jade Robertson added: “We plan to launch virtual book readings, online book clubs, host writing workshops for upcoming writers and authors by creating a free resource hub that everyone can have access to.”

You can read the full interview here.

Virtual Events Upcoming for Austin Macauley Publishers

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Although most of the events we attend worldwide on a yearly basis have been cancelled due to the current pandemic, we will be attending a variety of virtual events to continue our innovation and research as an international publisher.

1. Nairobi International Virtual Book Fair – September 2020

2. The Bookseller Children’s Conference – September 2020

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3. Beijing Virtual Rights Book Fair – October 2020

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4. Sharjah International Library Conference – November 2020

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5. ALA (American Library Association) Midwinter Virtual – January 2021

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Austin Macauley Participates in the Muscat International Book Fair 2020

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As forward-thinking publishers, we constantly strive to obtain maximum exposure for our incredible authors. Therefore, we are proud to announce our participation in the Muscat International Book Fair 2020.

Muscat International Book Fair is one of the finest literary events of Oman, primarily initiated in 1992 to promote the importance of culture and literature, has already been inaugurated and booklovers are paying a visit with all the zeal and enthusiasm at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Al Athaiba, Muscat. The 25th edition of the book fair was inaugurated on 22nd February and is open for book enthusiasts till 2nd March 2020. The Guest of Honour for the event is His Excellency, the Governor of Musandam, Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said al Busaidy.

This year, Austin Macauley Publishers has brought over a hundred fascinating titles for the readers in Oman which displays our dedication to acting as a platform that facilitates the dissemination of local talent across the Gulf and beyond.

Through our wonderful books, we’ve built a beautiful relationship with book lovers all over the world. We hope to see you all there and take our relationship one step ahead. Meet our team at Stand IL8 and become a part of Austin Macauley family. Don’t miss the chance to check out our beautiful English and Arabic collection and to learn more about our publication, books and authors.

Austin Macauley’s International Publishing Director Participated in the Publishers Conference Organized by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA)

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In the lead up to 38th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), Publishers Conference was organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA). CEOs and other representatives of different global publishing companies participated in the event. In the opening comments, SBA Chairman Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri welcomed the publishers from all over the world. More than 560 national and international publishers are said to be attending the SIBF.

Jade Robertson, International Publishing Director of Austin Macauley Publishers was also present as a panellist. Jade enlightened the audience with her experience and ideas regarding book publishing and the importance of online marketing tools within the industry.

While sharing her thoughts, she said, “The power of social media and other digital platforms to advertise and promote books was undeniable and publishers could ignore them only at their peril.” She further added, “We look at how we can garner social media to sell books. 90% of people trust online recommendations for books.”

Jade shared some really impressive facts and figures for the UAE across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social channels, highlighting the importance of online marketing techniques in today’s world. She expressed her views, saying “We look at global trends and not just regional trends. Publishers should do their research globally.”  While speaking on the tough competition between attention on video and long-form reading, she was of the opinion that reading stays viable but image-based marketing, particularly on social media, gets much more engagement from the people.

Overall, it was an interesting interactive session amidst presence from some of the world’s leading book-publishing entities. This year, the conference features a three-day schedule with a focus on the latest publishing trends, digital strategies, emerging markets, threats and challenges.

French Diplomat Fabrice Jaumont at Sharjah International Book Fair

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High profile author, education expert and multi-award winner Fabrice Jaumont has been invited to give a talk and book signing at Sharjah International book fair.

His one hour talk on Monday 4th November will discuss the future of bilingual education, particularly in diverse communities, where many people from different ethnicities and cultures have left their countries in search of work and a better life abroad.

During his time in Sharjah, he will also be launching his new book published by Austin Macauley; The Bilingual Revolution (الثورة ثنائية اللغة) on Sunday 3rd November.

Make sure you stop by to get a copy of his highly anticipated book!

Austin Macauley Publishers Make a Grand Return to Sharjah International Book Fair 2019

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Good Days Have Visited!

Austin Macauley Publishers are proud to announce the 4th edition of the famous Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) from 30th October to 09th November 2019. Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) remains one of the largest book fairs on the globe. It is also one of the most distinguished events of its kind in the Middle East and has come out to be an enticing literary event in the region. The famous publication, “The Bookseller” named the event as one of the best four book fairs globally, back in 2013.

The eleven-day event will be full of exciting exhibitions and activities. This year, the authors of Austin Macauley Publishers have a range of signings throughout the show. A lot of our talented and famous authors are scheduled to grace the event. Make sure you don’t miss out on meeting them at their signings. Special discounts will be given on all books included in the signings, so make sure you don’t miss out!

Austin Macauley author signings at the show are as follows:

Wednesday 6th November

17:00-17:30pm

Mezoon Alnaqbi – Legacy of Foggy VillageSearching Adventures

Ghassoub Sharif Mustafa – Ashes of a Lost Country

Ahmed Ashujaa – Ahmed’s Dreams

17:30pm – 18:00pm

Amin Alsati – Real illusions

18:00pm – 18:30pm

Sara Abdulrahman Alahbabi – Ceen : When My Words Become Useless, I Remain Silent

Muna Alsuwaidi – The Silence of London

Maryam Saqer Al Qassimi – Diversity

18:30pm – 19:00pm

Abdulla Nasser Sultan Alameri – Heading East

Khadijha Alzaabi – The Girl and the Tree Trunk

PALAK AND POOJA – Is Life as We Know It?

19:00pm – 19:30pm

Shaikhah Kaseb – What Do You Know About My Love, Baby?

Razan  H. Abdul Majeed –  On Loss

Nura Alhamadi – She Was

The main aim of this event is to encourage the habit of reading among people of all ages and genders, we look forward to meeting and greeting all in attendance.

Jade Robertson, International Publishing Director of Austin Macauley Publishers Interviewed by Arabian Business

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Arabian Business published an interview on Monday, 14th October 2019, “Lessons from leaders: Jade Robertson, International Publishing Director for Austin Macauley Publishers”. Jade shared the story of her company’s mission, values, successes and upcoming plans. According to her, a strong interest in the Arab market and ever-increasing requests made complete sense to open new avenues in the region. Both, new and experienced authors are being given opportunities, in Arabic and English languages. She further added that she looks forward to involving herself in the educational sector and publishing books in other languages.

Copyrights and counterfeited products, in her opinion, remained the biggest challenge for the publishers worldwide. She discussed her open-door policy for the talented staff members who can come to her and share their ideas. She opens up about how she keeps the staff motivated by giving motivational talks, praising them, setting clear objectives, having appraisals and much more. While answering to a question about one advice that she would give to an old boss of hers, Jade replied, “To be more systematic and to plan for the future”.

On a question about her decision-making process, she said that she assessed the risks and results of her decision before making a decision. Jade also highlighted the importance of social media and online marketing for a business. She mentioned how she enjoys the freedom to explore new markets, check out new opportunities and grow basic ideas to complete the projects. She recalled her first job at the age of 16 when she worked alongside her studies. Jade looks up to her first-ever boss at this job as her mentor. With 30 years’ experience, he trusted Jade and her abilities to run her business. This is where Jade realised her true potential and interest and decided to pursue her studies at the university after working for two years with him.

According to her, for a new employee, “culture is everything”. She summarized the three characteristics a leader should possess with a very simple but straight forward answer to the question – “The three Ps – Patience, Persistence and People-skills”. She surprised the interviewer by telling that she is currently learning the Arabic language. Jade emphasized the art of multi-tasking. She told that she always wanted to be a lawyer while growing up. She shared about her strict schedule to accomplish the daily goals. She likes to have breakfast and a coffee before she leaves her house and her tasks listed-down.

Finally, she expressed her opinion that the world would become a better place if “we all become unprejudiced and accepting of each other, celebrating our differences, instead of looking at them as something that separates us”. She stressed about being aware, knowing and acknowledging the other person’s story. This exactly what Jade Robertson and her team at Austin Macauley Publishers look forward to in the company. The environment is created where every individual’s voice, thoughts, experiences, stories and ideas are being heard. She looks forward to publishing more and more new voices, thus, making the environment “more liberal and inclusive”.

Austin Macauley in Global Village UAE – Are You Ready?

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Good things come to those who wait but better things are experienced by those who work for it. The wait is over, We are excited to announce our arrival in the 24th edition of Global Village to inspire the love and passion of books in our very own bookstore. Global Village, a multicultural festival park located in the heart of Dubai, will be inaugurated on 29th October 2019.

Global Village is about to begin its 24th season, with over 10 million visitors  expected to attend this multicultural, entertaining and shopping oriented program. The 23rd season of Global Village delighted the crowd by featuring 3500 outlets, showcasing the culture of around 78 countries for around 7 million visitors.

Global Village is a platform that has presented some of the most famous international artists like Jason Derulo, Liam Payne, Shahrukh Khan, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Samira Said, Elissa etc. So, here’s your chance to try out your luck and you might end up meeting your favourite celebrity in the Global Village 2019.

Austin Macauley’s International Publishing Director, Jade Robertson, has shown her willingness to go all the way via Global Village to promote the love of reading and writing across the localities and potential zones of the UAE.

If you are in Dubai and looking for some quality time, then do pay a visit to our Austin Macauley Bookstore – Shop 10 in the American Global Village to get an amazing collection of books in numerous genres.

The 159 days running Global Village will mark its completion of the 24th season on 4th April 2020. The global village is situated in Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road – Dubai with plenty of free car parking space available.

For more details and exciting surprises, visit Austin Macauley’s Facebook, Instagram and Website now.

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