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
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
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
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
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
✨ 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
Why We Must Read Gaza: A Call to Read the New Issue of World Literature Today
In a world so loud with headlines, hashtags, and biased media, there are some voices that risk being drowned out, distorted and misrepresented until we make the space to truly listen.That space has been made.The latest issue of World Literature Today amplifies the voices of … Continue reading Why We Must Read Gaza: A Call to Read the New Issue of World Literature Today
Shereen Malherbe Named Juror for the 2026 Neustadt International Prize for Literature
I’m incredibly honored to share some exciting news with you all, I've been selected as one of the international jurors for the prestigious Neustadt International Prize for Literature! Often referred to as “the American Nobel,” this is a significant moment in my literary journey, and … Continue reading Shereen Malherbe Named Juror for the 2026 Neustadt International Prize for Literature
Abu Dhabi Book Fair
Abu Dhabi Book Fair is now open until May 5 2025. For all their events visit their official website here. You can find my books at Abu Dhabi Book Fair. Head to Deen Square to buy your copy today. If you can't make the Fair, … Continue reading Abu Dhabi Book Fair
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