From the Dream of Creative Writing to the Publishing House: Opportunities and Challenges

The Faculty of Languages at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA) held a thought-provoking cultural seminar titled “From the Dream of Creative Writing to the Publishing House: Opportunities and Challenges.”

The session was led by Mr. Mohamed El-Baaly, Director of Sefsafa Publishing and Distribution House, who explored the evolving landscape of creative writing and highlighted the growing role of social media platforms as major publishing outlets today.

The seminar also shed light on what aspiring writers need to enter the field, emphasizing the importance of writing workshops in nurturing talent and refining skills. Practical advice was offered on how young writers can approach publishing houses, protect their intellectual property, and understand the submission and publication process.

The event witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of students eager to learn how to turn their writing dreams into reality.
Engaged discussions unfolded about the challenges of the digital age, especially in the era of artificial intelligence and social media platforms, while affirming that for many readers, the printed book remains their first love.