Mohammad Noaman Al-Hakimi
Poet | Translator | Journalist
Date of Birth: September 2, 1972
Place of Birth: Taiz, Yemen
Publications
1. Gate to Curiosity (2004) – A work blending emotional exploration with themes of identity. Published by Dar Obadi for Studies and Publishing, Sana'a.
2. Ultimacy of Azal (2007) – Delves into the depths of human existence and experience. Published by Dar Obadi for Studies and Publishing, Sana'a.
3. Endocarditis Falters (2011) – Chronicles social and political transformations and their impact on the psyche of the artist, poet, and writer. Published by Dar Obadi for Studies and Publishing, Sana'a.
4. Bilquis Basil (2012) – A poetry collection in English exploring love, homeland, and beauty, with an introduction by Canadian writer Larry Frolick and Indian critic Dr. T.M. Tiwari. Published by Dar Obadi for Studies and Publishing, Sana'a.
5. Texts Without Law (2014) – A collection of both vertical and prose poetry, highlighting individual freedom and openness to the unknown. Published by Dar Obadi for Studies and Publishing, Sana'a.
6. Ant Valley Arrears (2016) – Reflects on existence, history, values, and personal details through small, intense texts. Published by the Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, UAE.
7. What Scarcity Doesn’t Have in Terms (2019) – Explores themes of marginalization, emphasizing the spontaneity and innocence of neutrality and peace. Published by the Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, UAE.
8. Carbon Photos of Water Headache (2021) – A prose collection reflecting on social struggles and the discomforts of life. Published by the Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, UAE.
9. Ahead... Ahead (2021) – A compilation of journalistic works, including research articles, surveys, travel literature, translations from English to Arabic, and interviews with writers and intellectuals. Published by the Office of Culture, Taiz.
10. Creative Deception (2022) – A conversational book discussing creativity and art, featuring extended interviews with Arab critic and thinker Dr. Omar Abdul Aziz. Published by the Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, UAE.
11. Feeling Beyond the Hamza (2022) – Explores the unspeakable and subtle meanings behind words, attempting to bring language closer to pain and suffering. Published by the Sharjah Department of Culture and Information, UAE.
12. Dialogue of Meanings (2024) – A compilation of intellectual and cultural dialogues with Arab thinker Dr. Omar Abdul Aziz, covering themes such as the desired and the feared, acquisition and reception, and critical readings of global writers' and artists' thoughts.
13. Wine of Daily Longing (2024) – A poetry collection capturing the daily sensations around us in poetic texts, reflecting a daily wine that offers comfort, pleasure, and peace. Published by Dar Arouqa for Studies, Translation, and Publishing, Egypt.
Anthologies and Collaborations
Poets of the Prophet, Elite House, Egypt, 2018
Poets of Yemen, Elite House, Egypt, 2018
Egypt in the Eyes of Poets, Elite House, Egypt, 2018
Mother Tongue, Elite House, Egypt, 2019
Poetry featured in Ten Thousand Scorpions, Larry Frolick, 2002
Spaces for Freedom and Democracy, Ministry of Culture, Sana'a, 2009
Contributions to Poet and Poem, Creativity Foundation, Sana'a
In the Niche of Tam, 2020
Biography featured in Encyclopedia of Yemeni Figures and Authors, Lebanon, 2018
Awards and Recognition
Yemen First Poetry Festival Award, Taiz, 1998
Best Poets Award, Al-Thaqafiyah Weekly Newspaper, 2002
Al-Osrah Magazine Poetry Award, 1st Place (Poem on Darfur Tragedy)
Appreciation Certificates from Sana'a and Taiz Universities
Ministry of Culture Poetry Shield, Sana'a, 2006
Office of Culture Shield, Taiz, 2018
Treme Hadramout Shield, Islamic Culture Prophetic Poetry, 2006
Best Poem on Arabic Language Award, Mirrors Literary Association, Iraq, 2019
Tam Literary Movement Award (Best Five Poems on Peace), Marib, 2020
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in English Language Studies, Sana'a University, 1994-1995
Freelance Interpreter (Assisting international delegations in Yemen, including Larry Frolick), 1998-2010
Cultural Editor and Journalist, Yemen Times, 1998-2001
Staff Editor, The Family and Development Journal, 2004
Published over 150 articles (Arabic & English) on social issues, women’s rights, and folklore
Trainer of English Teachers and Mentor in Education, Taiz Province
Lecturer in Translation, Al-Saeed University, 2018
Former Lecturer of English Literature, National University, Taiz, 2005-2006
Unpublished Works
1. Names Based on Adam – Poetry
2. Rhythms of the Other – Articles in English
3. Literary Media – Articles in Arabic
4. Water Headache – Poetry in English
5. Treasures of Bilquis – Translations from English to Arabic
6. Spouts in Wrinkles of Darkness – Poetry
Studies on His Works
Sufism in the Poetry of Mohammad Noaman Al-Hakimi, Dr. Itidal Omar Al-Kathiri (Ember Journal, University of Aden)
Analysis and lectures by local and international intellectuals on his poetry, presented at various universities.
Memberships
Member of the Union of Yemeni Writers and Authors
Secretary General of the Folk Literature Association, Taiz
Languages
Arabic: Native proficiency
English: Fluent (with extensive experience in translation and literary analysis)
Contact Information
Email: writerhakimi@gmail.com
