About Us

Get to know House101: its story, its mission, and the people who make it.

About us

House101

A publishing house launched in Sharjah to share culture with the world.

We publish Emirati and Arab writing — literature, thought, history and knowledge — and support authors and creative work, so that a book from this region can reach its reader wherever they are.

Founder

Rawda Al Marri

An Emirati writer and media professional, and the founder of House101, who has dedicated her career to showcasing Emirati culture.

Among her best-known works: UAE 101: Stories & Cultural Learnings

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Our story

From Sharjah, we give books a presence that goes beyond paper

We believe every manuscript holds a world worth seeing. So we accompany each idea with editorial and visual care, from its first moment until it reaches its reader.

Arabic

An authentic, contemporary voice

Global

A presence that goes beyond borders

Our mission

Our house seeks to preserve Emirati cultural heritage and share it with the world, and to highlight the UAE’s standing as a beacon of culture and civilisation. We aim to bring the treasures of Emirati literature, poetry and history to readers around the world, and to introduce them to the richness and depth of this heritage.

Our vision

To be the leader in publishing authentic Emirati culture globally, and to help build a generation aware of its identity and heritage, by publishing high-quality books that meet the needs of readers of all ages and contribute to the development of society.

Our values

Supporting and developing new, innovative ideas in publishing, to deliver unique and engaging content. And a commitment to high standards of quality at every stage of publishing and distribution, to ensure outstanding work.