BookTokers assemble! The Sharjah Big Bad Wolf Sale 2023 is here
Whether you’re an avid reader or a hoarder who likes to decorate your shelves, The Big Bad Wolf Sale is the place to go hunting for your next read. Prepare to be spoilt for choice at this supersized book bargain fest coming to Sharjah! Does the Big Bad Wolf Book sale in Sharjah sound like your thing? If yes, our guide is the perfect prep for planning your trip to this eagerly-anticipated event.
ABOUT THE BIG BAD WOLF SALE
Big Bad Wolf Sale was the brainchild of Andrew Yap and Jacqueline Ng. In 2006, they opened their first bookstore in Kuala Lumpur to help improve the literacy rate in Malaysia. Then, they realised a need for books at affordable prices, which made a difference. That’s how the Big Bad Wolf Books Sale was born!
The global phenomenon has travelled to numerous locations, including Jakarta, Manila, Cebu, Colombo, Bangkok, Taipei, Karachi and Dubai. And now, it’s coming to Sharjah for the first time with a bang! This initiative aims to ‘Change the World One Book at a Time’ and encourage people of all ages to discover the pleasures of reading.
SHARJAH BIG BAD WOLF SALE 2023-24
The Big Bad Wolf Sale is coming to the Sharjah Expo Centre from December 19, 2023, to January 7, 2024.
This new edition of the Big Bad Wolf Sale will match the brand name, bringing in many genres and varieties of books for all ages at excellent prices. So, if your New Year’s resolution is to read more books and stay off the phone, this is your chance to get your favourites.
Over a million new books will be sold across all genres at this year’s fair, such as chick-lit, horror, classics and children’s titles in English, Arabic and other languages.
Be it a book everyone’s raving about on #BookTok, a Dr Seuss classic for your kids, or a Lonely Planet travel guide to plan your next trip, you can find them all here!
Also, this sale isn’t restricted to books for reading. You can find stationery sets for art therapy, colouring books, posters, cards, jigsaw puzzles, hobby collections (think Star Wars and Harry Potter), and more!
Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothing and sneakers or running shoes during your visit because there are a lot of areas to cover on foot, and you’ll probably be standing a lot.
DATES, TIMINGS AND TICKETS
The dates and timings of the Big Wolf book fair in partnership with the Sharjah Book Authority are as follows:
- Sharjah Dates: 19 December 2023 to 7 January 2024.
- Timing: 10:00 am to 12:00 am
Wondering about ticket prices? You’ll be pleased to hear that the fair offers free entry for all!
FAQs about Big Bad Wolf Sale in Sharjah
HOW WAS THE DUBAI BIG BAD WOLF BOOK FAIR 2023?
The Big Bad Wolf Book sale in Dubai 2023 was home to hugely popular titles, with prices reduced from 50% to 80%! It was held at the Sound Stages in Dubai Studio City (DSC) from April 7 to 16, 2023.
HOW TO GET TO THE BIG BAD WOLF BOOK FAIR SHARJAH 2023?
If you’re considering public transport, the closest you can get to the Sharjah Expo Centre (located in Al Khan Sharjah) would be taking the bus routes E303 or E306 to Al Qasba 1.
You can get this bus from Khaleej Street or Al Mamzar Century Mall 1. After you’re dropped off at Al Qasba 1, you must walk around 1.3 kilometres or use a taxi to reach the Big Bad Wolf Sharjah venue. Remember, taxis in Sharjah do not accept credit or debit cards, so ensure you carry sufficient cash.
WHERE TO GET CHEAP BOOKS IN DUBAI?
You can visit affordable bookshops in Dubai, including House of Prose, BookWorld and Book Hero, to grab a new read.
That concludes our guide to the 2023/24 Big Bad Wolf sale in Sharjah. If you’d like to find other places for the love of literature, check out the top libraries in Dubai. Or head to one of these cool library cafes in Dubai for a caffeine fix and to satiate your book cravings.
do we need to register prior to our vist. thank you!
Hello there! No, you don’t need to register to attend the Big Bad Wolf Sale. It’s free entry