Ahmad Al Hammadi won “Best Novel” for his title The Last Day, as part of the Emirates Novel Award, a competition for Emirati writers.
Nadia Al Najjar received first place in “Best Short Novel” for Cities of Eagerness and commendations were given to Our Farm Conquers by Hessa Al Mansouri and The Devil’s Hut by Mohammad Al Habsi.
Noura Al Kaabi, chief executive of twofour54, said “The Emirates Novel Award is an initiative that aims to promote Arabic literature, encourage creativity of local authors, and supplement the local cultural scene with distinct new talent. ”
The winning novels will be published and available for purchase at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair on May 7 to 10. Winners in each category received Dh60,000. Commendation awards were Dh20,000.
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