All the interviews throughout the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2024, from the 6th to the 17th of November.

Sharjah International Book Fair 2024

We have been translating books and documents for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. In fact, it has been one of the main ways of sharing knowledge beyond the barrier of borders and language.

Author and publisher Nour Arab alongside Robert Morgan, a publisher at BookLand Press, take us through their journeys with translation and why it is still needed and relevant in our modern day.




SIBF24: Books and Translating them with Nour Arab and Robert Morgan

What is it like working as an executive chef at a Michelin star restaurant?

Chef Claude Godard, who comes from a legacy of chefs, talks us through his life as a chef and restaurateur, the importance of French cuisine in the culinary world and what's it like behind the scenes in the kitchen.

SIBF24: Running a Michelin Star Restaurant with Chef Claude Godard

Calling Tess Gerritsen a pioneer in the thriller genre is an understatement.

Joining the Sharjah International Book Fair for another rendition of ThrillerFest, she talks all about her beginnings, sustaining the thrills and watching her characters Jane Rizzoli and Maura Isles coming to life on TV. 

SIBF24: Retired Spies and Murders with Tess Gerritsen

K.J. Howe takes her kidnappings so seriously, she went to a kidnapping conference. 
That's just how dedicated she is.

Listen to her talk about her character Thea Paris, why she gave her a chronic illness, and why she became involved in ThrillerFest NY as an Executive Director.

SIBF24: Kidnappings and Keeping the Thrills Alive with K.J. Howe

Tahir Shah reminds us of the stories we grew up on, that inadvertently became his inspiration during his travels and across his non-fiction and fiction writing.

SIBF24: Storytelling and A Thousand and One Nights with Tahir Shah

How many thriller stories can you write set in an airplane?
According to John J. Nance, quite a few.

With over 30 years writing and even more as an army and a commercial pilot, John shares his tips on how to write about the things your passionate about.

SIBF24: Airplanes and Highjackings with John Nance

‘Eyes On’ is all about the significant happenings and events taking place in the Emirate of Sharjah. Covering the major aspects of life in the Emirate such as real estate, health, education, culture, and more. Be it a corporate exhibition or a family funfair. Be it for the professional or the child in you... Tune in before the weekend to find out how to plan your weekend in Sharjah.

SIBF24: Storytelling and A Thousand and One Nights with Tahir Shah

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