This international foray comes at a time of rapid growth for Crossword, with plans to expand its footprint to over 150 stores by the end of 2025
After expanding its presence across India with over 120 stores in 40 cities, Crossword Bookstores, a literary chain has unveiled its first international flagship store in Dubai. Located in Silicon Central Mall, Dubai Silicon Oasis, this global debut extends its signature blend of curated books and literary community to a multicultural audience.
This international foray comes at a time of rapid growth for Crossword, with plans to expand its footprint to over 150 stores by the end of 2025. Spanning 3,000 square feet, the Dubai store has been mindfully designed as an oasis of calm and discovery, the company said in a statement.
“Crossword’s first international chapter opens in Dubai, a city that celebrates culture and diversity. This store embodies our vision to enrich lives through the power of books, offering readers not just shelves of stories, but an inspiring destination for discovery, dialogue, and connection,” said Aakash Gupta, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Crossword Bookstores.
The store features a curated mix of international bestsellers, regional Arabic literature, children’s favourites, along with cultural titles. In addition to books, the store houses a premium selection of stationery, educational toys, and curated gifts, aiming to make it a destination for readers, families and gift-seekers alike.
The store aims to become a dynamic hub with an upcoming calendar teeming with intimate meet-the-author sessions, children’s storytelling events, interactive workshops, open mic nights, book clubs and other literary events, the statement added.
