Emirates Literature Foundation Announces September Programme for its Dubai International Writers' Centre

Exclusive book launches, free poetry nights, and community gatherings bring Dubai's literary community together this month

Dubai, UAE, 3 September 2026: Launched under Emirates Literature Foundation, The Dubai International Writers' Centre (DIWC) continues its year-round programme supporting writers, readers, and the wider creative community with a full slate of events taking place this September. From hands-on writing workshops to free poetry nights, spanning English, Arabic, in-person and virtual formats, there really is something for everyone: 

The Sunday Letter Club 

A quarterly social gathering bringing together curious, creative, and like-minded people for an afternoon of conversation, connection, and letter writing.

When: Sunday, 6 September 2026 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Where: Emirates Literature Foundation Office | AED 105

Language: English

Writing Gym 

A casual two-hour session of writing sprints, creative challenges, prompts, and independent writing designed to get participants motivated, inspired, and putting words down.

When: Thursday, 10 September 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Where: Emirates Literature Foundation Office | AED 55

Language: English

Community Poetry Night 

Presented with Medina Creatives, celebrating the "Art of Connection" with an evening of collaborative poetry, live music, featured performers, and fresh voices.

When: Friday, 18 September 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Where: Emirates Literature Foundation Office | Free

Language: English - with multi-lingual performances 

Book Launch: The Soul That Wandered East by Jay Palfrey 

Filmmaker and world traveller, Jay Palfrey's journeys through 45 countries have garnered millions of views and his debut novel, The Soul That Wandered East, reflects that same experience of self-discovery. 

When: Saturday, 19 September 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Where: Emirates Literature Foundation Office | Free

Language: English

How to Design a Book Cover 

Art director Mohammed A. Aljebouri leads an interactive online workshop exploring how typography, imagery, and colour transform manuscripts into compelling visual identities.

When: Friday, 25 September 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Where: Virtual, via Zoom | AED 105

Language: Arabic

Book Launch: Talk Human by Luca Allam 

Executive communication coach and podcast host Luca Allam launches his first book, exploring authentic communication and why finding your voice matters more than ever in an AI-driven world.

When: Friday, 25 September 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Where: Emirates Literature Foundation Office | Free

Language: English

DIWC and the Emirates Literature Foundation continue to offer a growing calendar of workshops, talks, support groups, networking events, book launches, and professional development sessions for the literary and creative community.