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Culture
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What to expect at this year’s Doha International Book Fair

The event runs until 21 June. Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani inaugurated the Doha International Book Fair at the Doha Exhibition and…

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Children can embark on a cultural journey to Italy at Doha’s book fair

The event is taking place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) until 22 January. Young bookworms in Qatar can now unlock access to a vast collection of works…

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5 Things not to miss at Doha International Book Fair

The Qatari-capital hosts the 31st edition of its annual book fair with 335 publication houses amongst booths boasting local and international cultures. The Doha International Book Fair kicked off…

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Doha’s annual International Book Fair starts on Thursday

Calling all bookworms! Mark your calendar for a chance to get your hands on amazing book selections right here in Doha. Excited to renew your book collection? Say no more!…

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Culture

Expanded Doha International Book Fair to open next week

In a break from tradition, Qatar's Year of Culture partner – China – will not be the fair's guest of honor, officials said.

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Culture
Life

Turkish president to open international Doha book fair on Wednesday

The fair, which will be held at Qatar National Convention Center and runs until Dec. 12, usually attracts publishers from more than two dozen countries, who sell tens of thousands of titles in different languages.

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Life

25th Doha International Book Fair to open on Wednesday, Jan. 7

To commemorate the fair's "Silver Jubilee," several additional events have been added to the regular lineup, including an art exhibition, a play, cultural activities and special activities for children.

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Life
Photos

PHOTOS: Visitors spoiled for choice at 2015 Doha int’l book fair

There is a record number of titles on offer this year, though the vast majority of the material on sale appears to be in Arabic. There are also new and used books, old manuscripts, maps, electronics, religious texts and children's toys and titles.

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Culture
News

Book fair ends tonight – last chance to buy!

The 22nd Doha International Book Fair at the Qatar Exhibition Center ends tonight, with vendors saying sales and turnout have been low. But that means they’re rather willing to offer bargains…

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