Winner of the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature
December 11, 2024
AUC Press Announces Mohammed Tarazi as the Winner of the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature for his novel “Mikrufun Katim Sawt” (Muted Microphone)
December 11, 2024
AUC Press Announces Mohammed Tarazi as the Winner of the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature for his novel “Mikrufun Katim Sawt” (Muted Microphone)
November 20, 2024
Discover the latest updates, reviews, and news surrounding AUC Press books.
November 14, 2024
The National has curated a list of the 50 most important Arabic novels of the 20th century, a transformative period for modern Arabic literature. AUC Press is proud to have published four of the listed titles in translation.
As we approach this year’s award ceremony, we’re taking a moment to reflect on recent Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature winners and explore their novels. Additionally, we had the opportunity to hear from award-winning author Ahmed Taibaoui, one of the most recent award recipients, who returns this year as a member of the judging panel.
August 30, 2024
The American University in Cairo Press announced the shortlist for the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature on 30 August to commemorate the Nobel laureate’s passing.
May 13, 2024
The ADIB (Abu Dhabi International Book Fair) held its 33rd edition this year, from 29 April to 5 May at the ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.), with Egypt as… READ MORE
January 24, 2024
Introducing the Judging Panel for the 2024 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature.
A committee of distinguished judges, encompassing a wealth of literary expertise, will assess the submissions and announce the shortlisted novels on 30 August 2024.
November 12, 2023
Submissions are invited for the Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature 2024, any time between 15 November 2023 and 15 January 2024.