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Jeffrey tam is a writer and musician born and living in hong kong. Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong books multimedia. Most visitors to the fair were drawn by the lure of new books releases. The hong kong book fair ended its sevenday run on tuesday with a record 1. 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. Here, you can browse or search all of the combined book exhibit participants in 2017 hong kong book fair. The yearly hk book fair, i soon learn, is where many locals buy books in bulk on the cheap. In its 27th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development. 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. From 16 22 july, we were at our booth to help parents plant the seeds of reading this summer.

Lgbt books banned at hong kong book fair newnownext. The fair, at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre hkcec, continues through 22 july. In view of the latest situation of covid19, library facilities including hong kong central library and the six major libraries city hall, kowloon, tsuen wan, sha tin, tuen mun and ping shan tin shui wai public library reopened earlier this month will be temporarily closed starting from march 23 monday. Planting the seeds of reading was blooming clubs slogan at hong kong book fair 2014. 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. Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you. Ebook vending machines were also being showcased for the first time. Create a calendar and print on a printer or send via email. From sara wheelers adventure in antarctic to tim moores travel riding across europe on a bicycle, and from sophie hannahs rewriting of agatha christies legendary detective characters to her poetry work on modern marriage and everyday experiences, the british writers events organised by the british council and the. The government continues to enhance hong kongs accessibility. Our business network reaches across hong kong, mainland china and overseas, also stretches to united kingdom, the united states of america, shanghai and shenzhen, offering our customers comprehensive banking services with convenience.

The hktdc sme centre, in alliance with mainland government bodies, offers free china business advisory service to help fair participants overcome the business challenges and acquire latest market intelligence on doing business in the chinese mainland. At the guadalajara book fair, the capital of spain is guest of honor, and the rights center looks strong with tables booked, 31. The 2014 hktdc hong kong book fair will be a very special event. French consulate at hong kong book fair 2014 on 1622 july. The annual book fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council and takes place over several days. The first hong kong book fair was held in 1990 and this year it is its 27th year. Shanghai commercial bank limited has been one of the most distinguished local chinese banks in hong kong. Hong kong book fair 2019 prefair highlights youtube. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair. Hong kong, july 24, 2018 acn newswire the 29th hong kong book fair and the second hong kong sports and leisure expo, organised by the hktdc, concluded today with the sevenday book fair. Hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. The annual exhibition at the city hall organised by the hong kong publishing federation could be regarded as the predecessor of the hong kong book fair. Guadalajara international book fair welcomes guest of.

Author kelly yang will share her passion for reading and writing, at this years hktdc hong kong book fair, 1622 july. In 2016, over 28,000 buyers from 114 countries and regions took advantage of this unrivalled sourcing opportunity to learn the latest. The 27th hong kong book fair opens next month hktdc. Scifi and mystery reading the world when fantasy meets reality. The 25th edition of the hong kong book fair promises to be the most international yet with a strong line up of awardwinning authors includi. If youd like to contact any of the publishers or authors directly, simple click the blue inquiry button on the right hand side of the entry. Most of these tend to be about publishing, books, literature, library, linguistics and. Hong kong book fair exhibitors list 20140722 inbooker. Hong kong public libraries reading activities of hong.

International publishers association links subscribe to. As the hong kong book fair 2018 opens, here are 5 events. Nationals from some 170 countries can visit hong kong visa free for periods ranging from seven to 180 days. As for mainland visitors, the quota of the hong kong tour group scheme of mainland visitors was abolished in january 2002. Certainly when i balk at the aged cabbies, hk convention center, old or new wing. Chrissie chau kicked out of the hong kong book fair cnn.

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 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 5th edition will be 29 to 31 march 2019, held at hk arts centre. The fair has become an annual major event in hong kong with the number of visitors reaching new high every year. In 2018, there were a high of 680 exhibitors from 39 countries and regions, attracting more than one million visitors to the fair. The 27th hktdc hong kong book fair opens next month. A record number of about 680 exhibitors will present a wide range of books from 37 countries and regions. To view the complete details for the book and its publisher or author, simple click details. The columnist will feature her bestselling childrens book wheres. Be a part of the executive board or be a chair person for one of our open fundraisersevents. These positions will need to be filled so the pto can continue to support the school with field trips, cultural events, teachers special.

The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its doors on wednesday to familiar. 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. Hong kong book fair 2020 hongkong bucher multimedia. In feature articles by adam critchley november 9, 2017. Last year, lang mo photo albums at the hong kong book fair were the talk of the town, drawing crazy huge crowds whenever the leng mo had a book signing.

The annual hong kong book fair is held at the hkcec in wan chai each summer. Book fairs and writers conferences, 2014 our listing of book fairs and writers conferences coming to a city near you. 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 2018 adult ticket redemption offer. Lang mo and childrens paradise at the hong kong book fair 2011. Alongside hong kong book fair 2018, there was a monthlong festival cultural july, joyful summer reading, featuring over 330 seminars and other cultural activities throughout hong kong. The hong kong book fair officially kicks off on july 18, running until july 24 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre. The international publishers association ipa is an international industry federation representing all aspects of book and journal publishing. Book your space to meet thousands of eager readers and make vital regional industry. For one week, residents of hk flock to the convention centre to browse and purchase a huge variety of cantonese and english books. Lgbt books banned at hong kong book fair banned titles included a gentlemans wedding, gay soldiers diary and crying girls. Please do not reply to this email directly as this address is unattended. 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.

The hong kong book fair has decided to ban publicity activities which they deem indecent and crass, in particular, lang mo book signings. You are receiving this trade promotion information since your contact resides in the database of hktdc. We will not send you any promotional and other materials upon receiving your request with no charge. Media in category hong kong book fair the following 43 files are in this category, out of 43 total. 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. Please tick here if you object to our use of your personal data for direct marketing. Chic ideas for homes asias leading houseware event, the hktdc hong kong hosueware fair offers buyers the most comprehensive selection of products for homes from over 2,100 exhibitors, revealing trendy, chic ideas fresh in the market. Guadalajara international book fair this year welcomes guest of honor madrid. 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.

More than 300 cultural events are taking place over the next seven days. But the fair isnt just about picking up discounted books by your favourite authors. Lang mo and childrens paradise at the hong kong book. The consulate general of france in hong kong and macau will participate in the hktdc hong kong book fair 2014 from 16 to 22 july. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. At the same time, the organiser requests all activities e. Hong kong book fair, 29th hong kong book fair 2018. It was wonderful to meet many of you at our booth at hong kong book fair 2014. Volunteer your time for fundraisers like the craft fair and book fairs come to our monthly general meetings.