Author: Shereen Malherbe

Shereen Malherbe is an award-winning author. Her novel, Jasmine Falling has been voted as one of the top 20 Best Books by Muslim women. Her second contemporary fiction novel, The Tower, is now used as academic set text in a US university. Her migrant children's book series, The Girl Who Slept Under The Moon was followed in 2022 with the award-winning, The Girl Who Stitched the Stars. The Girl Who Lives Between Two Worlds is out now. Her short story, The Cypress Tree has been published in World Literature Today's landmark edition on Palestine Voices. Her novel, a Palestinian reimagining of Jane Eyre, The Land Beneath the Light was nominated alongside her children's book, for the Palestine Book Awards. Her latest novel, Yassini Girls based on her appearance on a BBC documentary film on Palestine, is currently available to buy, worldwide.

Art is often seen as something we look at - but what if art is something we carry within us too? I am thrilled to share some exciting news: this Friday, I will be hosting an interactive workshop at Art Dubai, titled Writing the Self. … Continue reading Writing the Self: Shereen Malherbe Joins the Art Dubai 2026 Program

Write Your Novel This Summer: A Season for Storytellers.

May 5, 2026 · Leave a comment ·

Summer has a way of opening up space - in our schedules, in our minds, and often in our creativity. It’s the season where routines loosen, ideas breathe, and long‑held dreams finally feel possible. For many writers, it’s the perfect moment to begin the project … Continue reading Write Your Novel This Summer: A Season for Storytellers.

A Story Reborn: My Novel Now Published in Turkish

May 5, 2026 · Leave a comment ·

There are moments in a writer’s journey that feel like quiet turning points - milestones that remind us why we write, why we persist, and why stories matter. Today, I’m honoured to share one of those moments with you: my novel, The Land Beneath the … Continue reading A Story Reborn: My Novel Now Published in Turkish

Unearthing Buried Stories: A Conversation with Author Shereen Malherbe

February 2, 2026 · Leave a comment ·

With the 18th edition of the Emirates Literature Festival underway in Dubai, the city has once again turned into a meeting point for writers, readers and stories from across the world. Amid this literary whirlwind, I sat down with Shereen Malherbe, a British-Palestinian author, to … Continue reading Unearthing Buried Stories: A Conversation with Author Shereen Malherbe

We are officially open for 2026 scholarships

January 28, 2026February 2, 2026 · Leave a comment ·

We are seeking marginalised and underrepresented writers who aspire to become novelists and have powerful stories to tell.We recognise that access to training, industry insight, and literary frameworks is not equally available. At The Noble Narrative, we believe it should be.This scholarship is for aspiring … Continue reading We are officially open for 2026 scholarships

A New Term, A New Learning Experience: Free Story-Linked Lesson Plans for Educators

January 18, 2026 · Leave a comment ·

As students return to classrooms after the winter break, many educators are doing the same familiar calculation: how to re-engage learners quickly, meaningfully, and without adding to an already heavy planning load.To support that transition, I’ve made a set of free lesson plans and classroom … Continue reading A New Term, A New Learning Experience: Free Story-Linked Lesson Plans for Educators

The Writer’s Secrets to Getting Published – Workshop – Emirates Lit Fest, Dubai – Jan 21 2026

January 3, 2026 · Leave a comment ·

Writers, are you in Dubai this month? I will be hosting a live workshop at the Emirates Airlines Festival of Literature 2026 - a unique opportunity to kickstart your writing goals for the year. In this 2-hour intensive session, I will share the proven formulas … Continue reading The Writer’s Secrets to Getting Published – Workshop – Emirates Lit Fest, Dubai – Jan 21 2026

2026 Neustadt International Prize Winner: Ibrahim Nasrallah

October 23, 2025 · Leave a comment ·

To have the honour of representing Palestinian literature at such a prestigious prize was an incredible opportunity. I am beyond thrilled to champion literature of this calibre on the world stage. I want to extend my congratulations to Nasrallah for his incredible body of work, … Continue reading 2026 Neustadt International Prize Winner: Ibrahim Nasrallah

Welcome to the Noble Narrative

September 26, 2025 · Leave a comment ·

✨ Big news! ✨ For years, I’ve been writing stories that amplify voices, preserve memory, and challenge narratives - and now, I’m opening the door for you to do the same. I’m so excited to share that my new platform, The Noble Narrative, is officially … Continue reading Welcome to the Noble Narrative

Shereen Malherbe

Writing Between Two Worlds