Hong kong international antiquarian bookfair company. Jul 25, 2016 the 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its doors on wednesday to familiar long queues and hordes of special security personnel on watch. Pintado, carlos pinar del rio, cuba,1974 narrador y poeta. Hong kong book fair 2015 with ben okri and keith gary. The annual hong kong book fair is entering its 28th year and hopes to attract readers from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Watch and write a response to finnish director laura neuvonens animated short film the last knit to win fabulous prizes. British writers events at hong kong book fair 2017. The 27th hong kong book fair opens next month hktdc media room. Exhibitors are reminded to return to their booths before the fair reopens to the public. The main activity at the fair is, of course, shopping for books, but other attractions include elearning resources, a and publishing corner, and the spirituality zone. Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you.
Romance literature, the hong kong book fair 2018 south. Mr chip tsao multilingual hong kongbased columnist, broadcaster, and writer. Lang mo and childrens paradise at the hong kong book fair 2011 posted on july 24, 2011 by aileen hurried picture of the barricaded entrance to the hk convention center in wan chai i later learn there were like, a thousand people queueing outside on the first day, hence the umpteen barricades and guards to sort out snaking. Author kelly yang will share her passion for reading and writing, at this years hktdc hong kong book fair, 1622 july.
Ticket holders of hong kong book fair could visit both fairs on the same day. The fair has become an annual major event in hong kong with the number of. There is a dedicated zone in the art gallery showcasing. The 27th hktdc hong kong book fair opens next month.
Jul 11, 2016 the hong kong book fairs theme this year is chinese martial arts literature, the kind that inspired crouching tiger, hidden dragon. We will not send you any promotional and other materials upon receiving your request with no charge. Hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. 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. Booth no 1c a26 english avenue, hall 1 hong kong book fair 2017 scan to go to our. 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. Hong kong book fair will likely to be a medium where many pretty important goods are likely to be exhibited. July thrillerfest, new york city, july 1115 comiccon international, san diego, calif. The hong kong book fairs theme this year is chinese martial arts literature, the kind that inspired crouching tiger, hidden dragon. Frankfurter buchmesse is the worlds most important fair for the print and digital content business, as well as an outstanding social and cultural event. Confessions of a reluctant reader a dialogue with keith gray. Hong kong convention and exhibition centre hall 1 1db32 oxford path booth location.
Our advisors, including china business specialist and mainland government officials, deliver expertise and knowledge in a broad range of areas. 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. Ticket holders of hong kong book fair can visit both fairs on the same day. Most of these tend to be about publishing, books, literature, library, linguistics and reading.
Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair. 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. For details, please visit the website of hong kong public libraries or call 2786 2110. Jun 28, 2016 28 june 2016 an annual cultural highlight, the hong kong book fair will run from 2026 july at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre. The event is organized by the hong kong trade development council, a statutory body that organizes over 30 trade fairs each year to promote hong kong as a platform for doing business.
The fair has become an annual major event in hong kong with the number of visitors reaching new high every year. The 2020 edition of hong kong book fair is held from the 15th to the 21st of july 2020 at hong kong convention and exhibition centre in hong kong island. Free talks and workshops at hong kong central library we are pleased to collaborate with hong kong public libraries to offer the following free talks and workshops for families. 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. Bologna childrens book fair global rights exchange may 04, 2020 beijing international book fair, beijing, china aug 26, 2020. In its 27th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc with. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. Hong kong book fair is going to be organised at hong kong convention and exhibition centre, hong kong from 15 jul 2020 to 21 jul 2020 this expo is going to be a 7 day event. 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.
Lord, hear me now junk boats and english boys crashing out into the mouths electric fences and guns you swallow me im a pill on your tongue. In its 27th 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. At the same time, the organiser requests all activities e. Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong books multimedia. The hong kong book fair is an annual major event in hong kong attracting about a million visitors each year. Its where publishing experts come together with vips from the creative industry to meet authors, celebrities, journalists, and cultural enthusiasts from around the world. 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 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 the top.
Public hosted by discover hong kong australia interested. 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. Frankfurter buchmesse 2020 ideas that move the world. Hong kong book fair young post south china morning post. Hk book fair reading the world browse hong kong book fair onthego with this app. Lang mo and childrens paradise at the hong kong book. The 23rd hong kong book fair attracted 900,000 visitors with 300 cultural events and book signing opportunities with authors from around the world. For one week, residents of hk flock to the convention centre to browse and purchase a huge variety of cantonese and english books.
Route 105r and 111r, from the hong kong convention and exhibition centre hkcec to mei foo and kwun tong respectively on 22 and 23 july for the extended opening hours of the hong kong book fair 2016. Jul 12, 2018 the annual hong kong book fair is entering its 28th year and hopes to attract readers from diverse cultural backgrounds. More information regarding the 6th edition in 2020 will be coming soon. Here, you can browse or search all of the combined book exhibit participants in 2017 hong kong book fair. The british council is proud to bring two uk writers, ben okri and keith gary to the hong kong book fair this year for a series of talks and events.
Book fair retrospective hktdc hong kong book fair 2020. Nwfb operates special route 105r and 111r for hong kong. The annual hong kong book fair is held at the hkcec in wan chai each summer. Jul 25, 2018 the annual weeklong hong kong book fair drew a record 1. Hong kong convention and exhibition centre hall 3 3db12 oxford.
Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. Subscribe book fair news the format of the email address provided is incorrect 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. 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. Hktdc hong kong book fair 2016 autograph session arrangement. 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. The hong kong book fair 2020 details china highlights. All visitors are requested to note the emergency measures under the following situations. To view the complete details for the book and its publisher or author, simple click details. 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. Nwfb operates special route 105r and 111r for hong kong book.
Jul 31, 2012 the 23rd hong kong book fair attracted 900,000 visitors with 300 cultural events and book signing opportunities with authors from around the world. The hong kong book fair is one of the worlds largest and most famous international book fairs. Jul 16, 2015 the british council is proud to bring two uk writers, ben okri and keith gary to the hong kong book fair this year for a series of talks and events. Writers conferences, festivals, and book fairs in 2017. Please tick here if you object to our use of your personal data for direct marketing. Jul 24, 2011 lang mo and childrens paradise at the hong kong book fair 2011 posted on july 24, 2011 by aileen hurried picture of the barricaded entrance to the hk convention center in wan chai i later learn there were like, a thousand people queueing outside on the first day, hence the umpteen barricades and guards to sort out snaking.
The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its doors on wednesday to familiar long queues and hordes of. 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 partners. Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you go. Hong kong book fair, 29th hong kong book fair 2018.
Be a part of the executive board or be a chair person for one of our open fundraisersevents. Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong island tradefest. 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. 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. 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. Volunteer your time for fundraisers like the craft fair and book fairs come to our monthly general meetings. Jun 02, 2014 author kelly yang will share her passion for reading and writing, at this years hktdc hong kong book fair, 1622 july. These positions will need to be filled so the pto can continue to support the school with field trips, cultural events, teachers special. The first hong kong book fair was held in 1990 and this year it is its 27th year. Hong kong international antiquarian bookfair company limited. The hong kong book fair 2018 will be held from 1824 july at hong kong convention and exhibition centre in wan chai.
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