Sahab Collective Writing Academy

Write. Belong. Be Read.

For writers seeking depth and direction. At Sahab Writing Academy, literature, theory, and community converge. Through structure, mentorship, and a clear route from disciplined practice to lasting recognition.

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Flexible Learning

Study at your own rhythm with guided courses and resources that fit around work and life. Each session is built to help you write, reflect, and refine your craft — wherever you are.

Manuscript Workshopping

Bring your work into a space of care and critique. Our guided manuscript sessions help you see your writing through new eyes, strengthen your voice, and move closer to publication.

Focused Community

Join a serious creative network where writers learn through exchange. Through shared feedback and conversation, you’ll find accountability, connection, and a sense of belonging.

Clear Objectives

Every course leads somewhere tangible — a stronger voice, a finished manuscript, a deeper practice. You set the pace; we provide the structure and community to help you grow.

Attend a Live Session

Learn more about the community and the courses by joining us for a live session.

Course reviews

"I wrote mostly for myself and never for who might be reading. Through thoughtful feedback and conversation, I began to understand how audience shapes meaning and how a story sounds when it’s heard, not just written."
Dr Cybelle Yazbeck
Dentist
"Reading my own work aloud and listening to others gave me a new perspective on tone, pacing, and clarity. It’s the first time I’ve truly felt part of a community that reads with care and helps you see your writing."
Joe Lattouf
Graphic Designer

Frequently asked questions

I’ve always wanted to write, but I’m not sure where to begin. Is Sahab right for me?

Absolutely. Our courses are designed for writers who are ready to take their work seriously, whether you’re beginning again or deepening an existing practice. Each session offers guided learning, thoughtful prompts, and a community that keeps you accountable while you find your voice and direction.

I already write for work — how is this different from what I do every day?

Many of our participants come from communications, education, or creative industries. Sahab helps you move from writing for others to writing for yourself — developing a personal voice, exploring theory, and producing work that feels fully your own.

I don’t have time for another commitment. How flexible are the courses?

Our programmes are built to fit alongside professional life. You can study at your own rhythm through online materials and join optional weekly workshops for live discussion and feedback. Each course offers a clear structure without overwhelming your schedule.

What happens after the course ends?

Graduates are given dedicated time to complete their final manuscript or project with one-to-one mentorship. Each writer is guided through the process of preparing their work for submission to Sahab’s in-house publication, ensuring that the learning journey leads to a public and lasting outcome.

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Belong

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Collaboration

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Sahab Academy exists to build writers with readers. We serve working professionals and emerging authors in the UAE who want serious craft, real audiences, and a community that holds the page to standard. Our courses are structured, editorially led, and designed to replace isolation with clear practice, live accountability, and meaningful critique.

We run focused, three-month programmes with generous session time for close reading, line-level feedback, and revision that moves the work forward. Cohorts are small to keep the conversation precise and humane. Writers work through curated readings, peer critique, and practical instruction, then bring pages back that are sharper and more visible. Our pathway includes craft courses, free community circles, and manuscript workshops that take drafts to industry-ready portfolios and credible publication opportunities.

We teach across libraries, studios, and cultural spaces to keep learning rooted in the life of the UAE. Every course delivers high value through professional editorial guidance and a room that reads with care. We ask writers about their background and goals so we can tailor materials to each cohort. The result is a living community where writers develop authority on the page, build lasting networks, and share work that carries consequence.
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