The 56th Cairo International Book Fair marks the first participation of Samawy, a promising Saudi platform for reading e-books and listening to audiobooks in the Arab world.
Launched in 2022, Samawy was firstly called “Etbaa library”, representing the first Arab platform to adopt the print-on-demand model.
In 2024, the library boldly unfolded a new chapter, becoming a comprehensive digital library offering several services for readers, writers, as well as publishing houses.
In exclusive remarks to Leaders MENA Magazine, Samawy’s Content Manager, Mr. Ali Ayman, stated that the platform serves as a link between readers and publishing houses.
Extraordinary Features
Recently, the platform has launched a cutting-edge application providing users with smooth and seamless experiences.
Interestingly, readers have two options, as follows:
- Purchasing books
- Subscribing to the book library and enjoying access to all books during the subscription period
To further optimize user’s experience, the app offers readers two options; either to read or listen to the book, according to the Content Manager. Moreover, the platform offers month and annual subscriptions.
Print-on-Demand Feature
“We adopt a print-on-demand (POD) model which means that books are printed based on the reader’s demand,” Ayman said.
Accordingly, readers can open Samawy App and choose whatever books they like and then select the print option. Consequently, the app requires users to enter their delivery address and other important data. Once compete, readers will receive a printed copy delivered to their homes.
“Currently, Samawy has witnessed unprecedented presence across 40 countries and 270 cities all over the world,” Ayman stated.
Meanwhile, the platform boasts 120,000 books and novels in various fields, according to Rawan Gamal, a volunteer at Samawy pavilion. “The platform has signed partnerships with 300 publishing houses and 2500 authors,” Gamal added.
Samawy Chair: Unparalleled Digital Experience
With a bold goal to amaze visitors and steal the show at Cairo International Book Fair, the platform has introduced “Samawy Chair,” an advanced technology designed to promote the audiobook experience.
At first glance, visitors can see a highly comfortable blue chair in the middle of the platform’s pavilion at the fair.
After a closer look, it turns out that this attractive chair is a cozy seat, perfectly designed to isolate noise, allowing readers to just sit down and listen to their preferable books.
Apart from this, the pavilion displays a detailed explanation of the author’s dashboard on the app.
Through Samawy app, authors and publishers can launch their works and reach new markets.
Furthermore, they have the accessibility to track sales and manage business through advanced control panels.
Exclusive Offers
To celebrate its first participation at the fair, Samawy offers a free one-month subscription for new users and readers after downloading the app.
“This offer provides visitors with a valuable opportunity to explore the platform, its services, and features,” Amr Salah, Junior Graphic Designer at Samawy, told Leaders MENA Magazine.
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