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CIEL — A Book Company

A complete book supply chain

From sourcing and warehousing to data, marketing and delivery — CIEL handles every step so books reach readers, and publishers reach the market.

Booksellers

Wholesale Distribution

A wide-ranging, deep inventory of new releases and bestselling backlist — trade, academic and schoolbooks — supplied to booksellers, schools and libraries across the region.

Publishers

Metadata & ONIX Services

Rich, standards-based bibliographic data in English, French and Arabic, managed and distributed (ONIX 3.0) to retailers and data partners for maximum discoverability.

Publishers

Content Preparation

Title data, cover assets and product information prepared and structured to the standards our channels and customers expect.

Publishers

Inventory & Warehousing

Secure, insured storage and stock management across our warehouses in Dubai, Riyadh and Beirut, close to your customers.

Both

Fulfilment & Delivery

Reliable pick, pack and ship with regional delivery and a clear returns process — high fill rates and prompt turnaround.

Publishers

Marketing & Promotions

Seasonal, themed and channel campaigns, catalogues and trade promotions that connect the right titles with the right buyers.

Publishers

Sales Representation

A dedicated in-house team presenting publishers’ lists to trade, academic, school and retail accounts throughout our markets.

Both

Analytics & Reporting

Clear sales and stock reporting that helps publishers and booksellers plan with confidence.