Sarab offers luxurious coffee-table books at SIBF
- Last updated: November 7, 2026 | 14:10
Jamil Khan, Senior Reporter
The Sarab collection of eight luxury art and coffee-table books presented at the 45th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has been capturing the attention of visitors, youngsters and adults alike, having the love of cultural heritage, architect and history of Sharjah.
The book fair is running under the theme of “Made of Stories” at Expo Centre Sharjah till Nov.15.
Sarab is the newest publishing imprint under Kalimat Group, joining its three established imprints: Kalimat, Rewayat, and Comics. The collection of luxury art and coffee-table books was launched last year during the book fair and since then has been widely popular among residents.
Inspired by the Arabic word Sarab, meaning mirage, the publishing house embodies imagination, discovery, and the richness of Arab identity.
Talking to Gulf Today, Abdelrazak Al-Sharif, COO & Director of Business Development at Kalimat Group, said, “Sarab currently has eight publications available in Arabic and English, reflecting its commitment to sharing the richness of Arab culture with readers around the world.”
“Rooted in UAE’s cultural heritage, Sarab specialises in luxury art and coffee-table books that celebrate Arab culture, history, architecture, and artistic expression. Through exceptional photography, refined design, and compelling storytelling, Sarab transforms cultural narratives into timeless visual publications."
He further pointed that “with bilingual publications available in Arabic and English, Sarab aims to preserve and showcase the beauty of Arab heritage while making its stories accessible to international audiences, bridging cultures through the art of publishing.
"Sarab is more than a publishing house; it is a celebration of our roots, our identity, and the stories that connect us to the world."
The titles of coffee-table books are Sharjah Libraries 100 Years, Mleiha: Ancient Treasures of the UAE, Sharjah Mosques and Sharjah From the Sky. The prices of the books range between Dhs200 to Dhs500.