For the second year in a row, Arab participation in the London Book Fair has been extremely successful, highlighting the will to bridge the gap between Arab and foreign book publishers

In an interview with Al Majalla, the acclaimed German novelist explains his literary choices and style and how his dislike for fame took him in an unexpected direction

Arabic poetry had a profound impact on human civilisation and enjoys a deservedly high status in world art and literature

A novelist who decried military rule, tracing it to the country's colonial roots, and a poet showing how tyranny destroys itself both resonate afresh as conflict rages in their homeland once more  

In an interview with Al Majalla, Lahham reminisces on cherished memories, particularly his memorable portrayal of Ghawwar El Toshe

In early 1991, the late Sudanese writer Tayyeb Saleh penned an essay for Al Majalla lamenting the conditions of his country. We have decided to republish it today as it resonates with current events.

Sudanese intellectuals weigh in on the roots of the conflict and prospects for the future

The associated controversy surrounding the docuseries has stirred debate over Cleopatra's true origins and physical features

The statue represents the hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees who do not know if they will ever return back to their homeland

An exploration of the life and work of the iconic Italian sculptor as the V&A hosts the UK's first major Donatello exhibition