Upcoming Shanghai Book Fair Highlights August
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- 05 Aug 2024
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The 20th installment of the Shanghai Book Fair will take place at the Shanghai Exhibition Center from August 14 to 20, the municipal government announced on Tuesday. Online ticket sales will kick off at 5 pm on Damai.cn.
In addition to online sales, more than 30 Xinhua Book Stores around the city will also offer tickets for the Shanghai Book Fair. This year's event promises a vibrant array of activities and exhibitions. Aside from the main showcase, an international exhibition of books on art and design will take place at the Shanghai Center, located just across the street from the Shanghai Exhibition Center. During this period, colorful book launches and other reading events will also occur in bookstores and public libraries throughout the city.
An integral part of the book fair for the past 14 years, the Shanghai International Literary Week will feature more than 30 writers from home and abroad. Among the distinguished participants are American poet Forrest Gander and Angolan author Jose Eduardo Agualusa.
This year's fair is set to be a hub of literary activity, showcasing a rich tapestry of global and local voices and celebrating the world of books and design.
