07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
US embassy to showcase American literature at DIBF
Tribune News Network
Doha
The US embassy in Doha will take part in the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF) 2025, one of Qatar's most prominent cultural events. Through this participation, the embassy aims to share a wide-ranging selection of American literature that reflects the breadth, complexity, and evolving nature of American literature and storytelling.
This year's US booth, designed to evoke the charm of a warm cabin and 'The Great American Outdoors', offers visitors a unique experience to browse more than 530 titles from over 4,200 books available in English. Selections range from classic and contemporary fiction to biographies, history, poetry, and children's books—providing something for readers of all ages and Ralph Ellison and F. Scott Fitzgerald to Toni Morrison and Suzanne Collins, the booth highlights voices that helped shape and examine narratives within American society.
'Literature gives us a chance to reflect on who we are and how we relate to one this year's Book Fair, we're proud to share a diverse range of American voices—some that challenge, some that inspire, but all that contribute to a deeper understanding of the greatness of the American story,' said US Ambassador HE Timmy Davis.
Visitors to the booth can interact with Embassy staff and volunteers, enjoy book readings, and receive higher education advising. The book selection has been curated to reflect a range of stories, perspectives and genres, offering insight into American culture, values, and history.
