Shereen Malherbe's Blog

Big news!

For years, I’ve been writing stories that amplify voices, preserve memory, and challenge narratives – and now, I’m opening the door for you to do the same.

I’m so excited to share that my new platform, The Noble Narrative, is officially live!

This is more than just a creative writing course. It’s a journey designed for ambitious creative writers who dream of becoming published authors – whether you’re writing for adults or children.

Imagine if you had a clear blueprint to write your novel or craft that story you’ve been carrying for so long. How would that change your life?

Inside The Noble Narrative, you’ll gain:
A proven roadmap to take your story from idea to finished draft
Ethical storytelling tools to make your writing impactful and authentic
Storyteller Circles – a supportive community where we learn, share, and grow together
Opportunities to spotlight your work and build your author platform

This isn’t just about writing. It’s about stepping into your identity as a writer, owning your voice, and joining a movement of storytellers who write with courage, clarity, and intention.

Enroll today at http://www.thenoblenarrative.com

I hope to see you there!

In a world so loud with headlines, hashtags, and biased media, there are some voices that risk being drowned out, distorted and misrepresented until we make the space to truly listen.

That space has been made.

The latest issue of World Literature Today amplifies the voices of Palestinian writers from Gaza, poets, storytellers, truth-tellers, offering us not just words, but windows. Windows into lives under siege. Into resistance rooted in memory. Into love, defiance, grief, and hope that refuse to be erased.

This powerful issue is guest edited by Yousef Khanfar, renowned author and one of the world’s top ten international photographers. Don’t miss his compelling introduction, where he shares the deeply personal journey behind curating this landmark edition.

To capture Gaza’s voices is essential.
To honour them on a platform like World Literature Today, an internationally respected journal of literary excellence is even more powerful. It says:
Their stories matter. Their art matters. They matter.

In these pages, you won’t find passive victims or faceless statistics. You’ll find voices from the ground who choose the pen, canvas and words knowing it too is a form of resistance.

This is more than literature. It’s historical record. It’s witnessing. And for those of us committed to justice, and truth, it’s required reading.

If we believe in the power of story to humanise, to shift consciousness, to dismantle injustice, then reading these voices is not optional.

It’s an act of solidarity.
It’s a refusal to look away.
It’s a commitment to truth.

Let us read. Let us remember. Let us raise the volume on Gaza’s voices not as a fleeting moment, but as part of our ongoing, conscious engagement with the world.

Read the issue. Share the work. Discuss the stories.
Because when the world turns its back, literature can still bear witness.

Gaza Voices, World Literature Today

Caryl Churchill Pulls Donmar Play Over Barclays’ Role in Arming Israel

I’m incredibly honored to share some exciting news with you all, I’ve been selected as one of the international jurors for the prestigious Neustadt International Prize for Literature! Often referred to as “the American Nobel,” this is a significant moment in my literary journey, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to be part of a jury that is routinely made up of “the very best writers in the world,” as described by RC Davis-Undiano, Executive Director of World Literature Today.

The Neustadt International Prize for Literature celebrates the very best in global literature, and being selected to help choose its next laureate is not only a humbling honor but also a testament to the power of storytelling in shaping the world’s narratives. As a writer who has always been passionate about the intersection of history, culture, and identity, I am deeply excited to contribute to this celebration of voices from all parts of the globe.

Being chosen as a juror for such an esteemed prize is a moment of reflection for me, a reminder of the power that stories have to bridge divides and bring understanding across cultures. As someone who writes from the heart of my own experiences, I’m honoured to help elevate the voices of others whose work resonates on a global scale.

If you haven’t had the chance to dive into my writing yet, now is the perfect time. As I take part in shaping the future of world literature, I encourage you to explore the stories I’ve written, stories that delve deeply into themes of identity, belonging, memory, and the spaces between cultures.

From my latest novel, Yassini Girls, to my children’s book series, my work continues to explore the complexities of Palestinian life, the nuances of diaspora, and the quiet moments that often hold the most meaning. Each of my books offers an intimate portrayal of lives that resist erasure, highlighting stories of resilience and survival that defy borders and time.

As I continue to work on my next novel, I look forward to sharing more with you all in the coming months. I can’t wait to bring new stories to life that explore the spaces between memory and identity, stories that resist the silence of forgotten voices.

In the meantime, please explore my catalogue of books, I hope you’ll find something that resonates with you. If you are an educator, then please visit my free Educational Resources page.

Thank you for your continued support on this journey, and I look forward to sharing more exciting updates soon!

Abu Dhabi Book Fair is now open until May 5 2025.

For all their events visit their official website here.

You can find my books at Abu Dhabi Book Fair. Head to Deen Square to buy your copy today.

If you can’t make the Fair, you can buy your copy via their website.

To keep up to date with all my events, don’t forget to subscribe!

Happy reading

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Publishers for Palestine Condemns Israel’s Ransacking of East Jerusalem Bookshop and the Arrest of Its Owners

On the sidelines of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature. Layalina magazine conducted a special interview with the Palestinian-British writer Shereen Malherbe, who is considered one of the most prominent literary voices that addresses issues of Palestinian identity and existence through her writings. Her works are distinguished by their focus on female characters, family heritage and cultural dimensions that link the past to the present.

Watch the full interview in English & Arabic here.

Emirates Festival of Literature is on!

If you’re in Dubai, head to Festival City this weekend. I am here doing a few events including a conversation about my latest novel, Yassini Girls

Hopefully see you there!

Meet Shereen Malherbe — a beacon of hope and resilience who’s weaving the spirit of Palestine into every word she writes. A British-Palestinian author, Shereen has penned four award-winning novels and a beloved children’s book series, now reaching readers worldwide in multiple languages. With her stories, she not only captures the struggles and beauty of her homeland, but also inspires hope among new generations for a free and thriving Palestine.

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