Unbesieged Minds Wins International Award for Arabic Childrens Literature
The children's book published by Jabal Amman Publishers won the Chapter Book category at the 18th edition of the prestigious regional awards.
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The children's book Unbesieged Minds has won the 2026 International Award for Arabic Children's Literature in the Chapter Book category, Fana News and Petra reported on November 4 in Amman. The title was published by Jabal Amman Publishers. It was written by Shireen Sabanegh and based on a concept by Lina Abu Shaaban. [1][2]
According to Fana News, the book earned recognition at the 18th edition of the awards scheme, which provides a major regional platform for youth literature. The narrative presents five true stories of children in Gaza who faced the challenges of war through innovation and creative work. [1]
The award marks another achievement for Jabal Amman Publishers in its efforts to produce quality literature for young adult and children readers, Fana News reported. Arabic literature historically uses the term Adab, a word originating from notions of etiquette, culture, and politeness. [1][3]
In short
- Unbesieged Minds won the 2026 International Award for Arabic Children's Literature in the Chapter Book category.
- The book is published by Jabal Amman Publishers, written by Shireen Sabanegh, and based on a concept by Lina Abu Shaaban.
- The award was presented during its 18th edition.
- The work features five true stories about children in Gaza.
Sources
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- [1]Unbesieged Minds wins 2026 International Award for Arabic Children’s LiteratureFana News -, 6h ago (the report this story comes from)
- [2]Unbesieged Minds wins 2026 International Award for Arabic Children’s Literatureوكالة الانباء الاردنية, 7h ago
Background
- [3]Arabic literature on Wikipedia
- [4]AACTA Awards on Wikipedia
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