Everything begins with a story

An Emirati publishing house founded in 2021 to support young creative talent and publish their work exclusively. More than two hundred titles by Emirati writers across fiction, prose, personal development and children’s literature.

208
titles published
151
authors
Since 2021
From the Emirate of Sharjah
The Gate of IllusionsGolden Rules for a Happy LifeThe Ten Sermons of Iblis
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Ages 3 to 12

Qessa for children

An illustrated series in simplified standard Arabic that grows with your child: tales of the Gulf, desert adventures, and small heroes who love to ask questions.

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Publish your book with Dar Qessa

We read every manuscript carefully, and stay with you through editing, design, marketing and distribution across the UAE and the Gulf. Send your manuscript and the editorial team replies within 21 days.

Submit your manuscript ←
  1. 01
    Send the manuscript
    A complete text file with a note about you and the work.
  2. 02
    The editorial committee reads it
    A detailed reader’s report and a clear answer within three weeks.
  3. 03
    Contract and release
    Editing, design, and a launch at the book fairs.

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