Sheikha Maryam Al Qasimi publishes her latest children’s book at SIBF

Sohaila Ahmed, Staff Reporter

Emirati author Sheikha Maryam Saqr Al Qasimi has captivated the visitors of the 38th Sharjah International Book Fair during her book signing ceremony. Her latest children’s book is entitled ‘The Innkeeper.’

Audiences of all age groups were dazzled by her kindness and had great interaction with her throughout the book signing session, and praised her efforts and dedication in enlightening children in the UAE.

‘The Innkeeper’ is full of attractive colourful illustrations about the tale of a kind innkeeper who cares about his village and its people and spreads tolerance among them to work together in decorating the special tree of their village.

A view of Sheikha Maryam’s book ‘The Innkeeper.’

The book’s message is that cooperation and tolerance are the key to achieving prosperity, and if people come together and work towards a common goal the results could be extraordinary.

Moreover, the book is aimed to help children understand the importance of cooperation and tolerance, generating the sense of teamwork in young readers as well as the overall society.