Doha, Qatar: Influential Qatari authors took part in the first edition of the Qatari Authors Forum, held yesterday at Qatar National Library. Participants had the opportunity to hear first-hand about the experiences and challenges of being an author. Participants also discussed the opportunities for Qatari youth who aspire to become writers.

The Qatari Authors Forum is the Library’s newest program, and aims to bring together aspiring and established Qatari authors to exchange ideas and expertise. The Forum will be held annually, and all aspiring writers are welcome to attend.

To find out more about the library’s monthly events, please visit www.qnl.qa/en/events.

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Qatar National Library

Qatar National Library (QNL) acts as a steward of Qatar’s national heritage by collecting, preserving and making available the country’s recorded history. QNL provides equal access to all types of information and services and aims to enable the people of Qatar to positively influence the society by creating an exceptional learning and discovery environment.

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, officially inaugurated Qatar National Library on 16 April 2018. QNL was granted the status of national library under the Emiri Decree No.11 of 20 March 2018.

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Qatar National Library’s Media Contacts:

Gihan M. Baraka

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