Submit an online booking for immediate reservation or fill out our online enquiry form and receive a detailed reply promptly. Hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. Nearly 1 million visit hong kong book fair hktdc media room. All visitors are requested to note the emergency measures under the following situations. In its 27 th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc with more than 600 exhibitors from some 30 countries and regions expected to take part, including newcomers from chile, germany, indonesia, iran, portugal. Millions are expected to turn up for hong kongs annual book fair, where you can expect workshops and authors talks alongside the multitude of booths. In 2016, over 28,000 buyers from 114 countries and regions took advantage of this unrivalled sourcing opportunity to learn the latest industry trends. Since this years theme is romance literature, the events art gallery will be highlighting 10 hong kong romance authors, some of whom will be leading seminars specifically about.
Organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc, the hong kong book fair attracted close to one million visitors despite a postponed opening on sunday due to a typhoon. Hong kong book fair is an international book fair and has established itself as a platform for cultural exchange, not just for hongkong but the globe as a whole. Hong kong book fair young post south china morning post. Please do not reply to this email directly as this address is unattended. Hkt e ducation hkte exhibited an array of elearning products at the twoday hong kong book fair 2016 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre in july. Hong kong book fair 2020 will be held from 1521 july at hong kong exhibition and convention centre. Author kelly yang will share her passion for reading and writing, at this years hktdc hong kong book fair, 1622 july. The international publishers association ipa is an international industry federation representing all aspects of book and journal publishing.
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Hong kong, july 9, 2018 acn newswire a strong international lineup of writers will be featured at the 29th edition of the hktdc hong kong book fair, which will gather about 680 exhibitors from 38 countries and regions at the hong kong convention and exhibition. Please tick here if you object to our use of your personal data for direct marketing. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair. Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong books multimedia. Ebook vending machines were also being showcased for the first time. Fair details major exhibits special highlights incentive. University of reading and moved to hong kong in 2014 to complete a journalism masters at the university of hong kong. Hong kong, july 18 xinhua around 680 exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions gathered at the hong kong book fair, which opened wednesday and offered readers an opportunity to explore the world through books and speeches by renowned writers from around the world.
The columnist will feature her bestselling childrens book wheres. Thomas lai, one of the authors of servus hong kong ii. Lang mo and childrens paradise at the hong kong book. I agree that the above information may be used by the hong kong trade development council hktdc for incorporation in its database for sending the information of hong kong book fair to me, and for direct marketing productsservices of hktdc. The exhibition is divided into several themed zones representing various sectors in the world of publishing and ensuring that the hongkong book fair keeps up with trends in the industry. The annual book fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council and takes place over several days.
Venue, hong kong convention and exhibition centre hall 3 3ce02. For one week, residents of hk flock to the convention centre to browse and purchase a huge variety of cantonese and english books. The 27th hktdc hong kong book fair opens next month. Hong kong car service ensures your trip to hong kong is easy, smooth and convenient with professional drivers, excellent condition cars and 24 x 7 customer service. Hong kong, june 28, 2016 acn newswire an annual cultural highlight, the hong kong book fair will run from 2026 july at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre.
The 27th hong kong book fair opens next month hktdc. Volunteer your time for fundraisers like the craft fair and book fairs come to our monthly general meetings. Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you. Bkkibf is the gateway of book fair in asean country. In its 27th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc. Hong kong book fair 2019 prefair highlights youtube. An annual tradition for all book lovers and the perfect opportunity to snap up some bargains. Most of these tend to be about publishing, books, literature, library, linguistics and reading. Create a calendar and print on a printer or send via email. The bangkok international book fair is not only the most dynamic fair, but it is also the hub of book markets in south east asia. Other zones will focus on books related to the chinese mainland, taiwan, teenagers, children and religion.
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A major event, last years showcase of the latest pageturners attracted more than one million attendees and included some 360 cultural events to promote reading. Exhibitors left behind books they failed to sell during the sevenday event as well as wooden bookshelves, plastic bags, and drinks. Readers invited to explore the world at hong kong book fair. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. British writers events at hong kong book fair 2017. Celebrated authors from around the world took part in the 27th edition of the hktdc hong kong book fair. Howe comes to the hong kong book fair to discuss her poetry, which explores the authors dual heritage and return to hong kong in search of her roots.
International publishers association links subscribe to. The 5th edition will be 29 to 31 march 2019, held at hk arts centre. Media in category hong kong book fair the following 43 files are in this category, out of 43 total. The annual hong kong book fair is held at the hkcec in wan chai each summer. Young post covers the latest news, views and stories on hong kong students, school life, sport and local education, as well as keeping tabs on whats hot and whats not. Hong kong, jul 9, 2018 acn newswire a strong international lineup of writers will be featured at the 29th edition of the hktdc hong kong book fair, which will gather about 680 exhibitors. The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its. Certainly when i balk at the aged cabbies, hk convention center, old or new wing. These positions will need to be filled so the pto can continue to support the school with field trips, cultural events, teachers special.