Can Books Survive AI? Ahlam Bolooki on Reading, Creativity and Human Stories

<p>Can books and human creativity survive in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence?</p><p></p><p>Ahlam Bolooki, CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, joins Luca Allam to explore the future of reading, storytelling and creativity in the age of AI.</p><p></p><p>She discusses why stories remain essential to the human experience, how parents can nurture a love of reading in children, and whether the next generation will read more or less. Ahlam also reflects on leading a nonprofit organisation, supporting Emirati writers and strengthening the UAE’s literary ecosystem.</p><p></p><p>Beyond books, she shares personal lessons about motherhood, leadership, grief and the lasting influence of her late mother—including why motherhood taught her more about leadership than any professional course.</p><p></p><p>An inspiring conversation about protecting human creativity, finding purpose and remembering that every day is a gift.</p>