The fair hosts hundreds of fair exhibitors who compete in various 4h, agricultural and domestic divisions, showcasing lincoln countys best craftsmanship, animals, vegetables, plants and flowers. Arts where to get books delivered to your home in hong kong. There will be no admission to the venue 45 minutes before the announced daily closing time of the fair. Vidal is of korean and filipino ethnicity with british nationality. Hktdc hong kong book fair 2016 from 20 to 26 july 2016 hong kong, hong kong s. The theme for this year was chinese martial arts literature and to promote this, hong kong book fair organised a series of seminars for visitors to explore chinese martial arts literature across different times.
Enjoy the vibes of hong kong book fair organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc and the many smart features. The hong kong book fair is happening now at the hong kong convention and exhibition center. Most visitors to the fair were drawn by the lure of new books releases. British writers events at hong kong book fair 2017. 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. Hong kong book fair 2019 prefair highlights youtube. Hong kong convention and exhibition centre 1 expo dr, wan chai.
Celebrated authors from around the world took part in the 27th edition of the hktdc hong kong book fair. This year marks the 30th edition of the hong kong book fair, proving that print is far from dead at least in this part of the world. Hong kong book fair free pass program for librarians. The hong kong book fair will take place on 7 days from wednesday, 15. Exhibitors are reminded to return to their booths before the fair reopens to the public. Most of these tend to be about publishing, books, literature, library, linguistics and reading. Beijing international book fair 2016 promote books with cbe. Please tick here if you object to our use of your personal data for direct marketing. The archaeology of an imaginary city and the recently published virtu, offers insights into writing and on what inspires him. Latest news, event schedule, floor plan, exhibitors discount coupons and new book releases are all at your fingertips. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books.
Awardwinning writer dung kaicheung is this years hktdc hong kong book fair author of the year. All visitors are requested to note the emergency measures under the following situations. The banned books now on sale at hong kongs biggest book fair. Dastaan stories that define the spirit of south asia by hktdc. She is now a freelance journalist, and over the last. French consulate at hong kong book fair 2014 on 1622 july. The hong kong book fair 2020 details chinahighlights.
Hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. On 15,16,19 and 20 of july the book fair opened until 22. Its also our pleasure to announce the presence of 3 french authors francois dremeaux, david foenkinos and olivier lebe. Fair details hktdc hong kong toys and games fair 2021. Hong kong book fair free pass program for librarians about ala. French writers at hong kong book fair 2016 fr the consulate general of france in hong kong and macau participated in the hong kong book fair 2016 from 20 to 26 july this year. One of the summers hottest annual cultural events is back for its 27th year. National archives virtual genealogy fair national archives. International features galore at hong kong book fair. The hong kong book fair is pleased to offer the free pass program for librarians for its 26th annual fair, which will be held in the hong kong convention and.
Tracing a 7th century chinese monks journey to india. Rebel aunt an inspiration hong kong book fair 2016. The english and chinese editions of hong kong 2016 and about 100 other government titles, cds, vcds, dvds will be on sale at the information services department booth stall b38 in hall 1b, hong kong convention and exhibition centre during the hong kong book fair from tomorrow to july 25. The 27th hong kong book fair opens next month hktdc media room. Hong kong archives duke university libraries blogs. Epd promotes use less, waste less message at hong kong book fair with photos the environmental protection department epd is participating in the hong kong book fair again this year by promoting the use less, waste less and clean recycling green messages through an exhibition, a game kiosk and other activities. The hong kong book fair ended its sevenday run on tuesday with a record 1. Renowned uk authors to feature at hong kong book fair. 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. Hk book fair reading the world browse hong kong book fair onthego with this app. Ticket holders of hong kong book fair can visit both fairs on the same day. Jul 25, 2016 hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. The hong kong book fair was held from 15 to 21 of july at hkcec, wan chai. The 27th hong kong book fair opens next month hktdc.
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. A showcase of exhibitors from across the world will enjoy frontrow access to the industrys top buyers, in search of spectacular high quality jewellery raw materials. The hong kong publishing market may be smaller than that of mainland china or taiwan, but its annual book fair which is organized by the hong kong trade development council and held every summer at the hong kong convention and exhibition centeris definitely a mustsee travel destination. 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.
Calvin ng china daily a man purchases a stack of books on the first day of the book fair, at hong kong convention and exhibition center, hong kong, on july 17, 2019. The 27th hktdc hong kong book fair opens next month. The annual book fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council and takes place over several days. The hong kong book fair is pleased to offer the free pass program for librarians for its 26th annual fair, which will be held in the hong kong convention and exhibition centre, july 2026, 2016. 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. Enjoy the vibes of hong kong book fair organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc and the many smart features of the app. A onestop shop for everything digital, this festival dazzles the public and seasoned professionals alike with stateoftheart technologies and the latest industry trends. The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its. Beijing international book fair 30 august 3 september. 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 electronics fair spring edition features nextgen electronics and pioneering new ideas from exhibitors over the world. Entering its 27th edition this year, the fair continues to present a vast variety of publications and over. The author of two hong kong crime books after suzie and hong kong murders she was on staff at the south china morning post and then editor of cathay pacifics inflight magazine discovery. Hong kong book fair 2020 will be held from 1521 july at hong kong exhibition and convention centre. Trade shows by industry trade shows by month trade shows by location trade shows by organizer. Among the highlights is the international cultural village, which will spotlight consulates and cultural promotion. When fantasy meets reality hong kong book fair 2019. In its 27th edition, the fair is organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc with.
Howe comes to the hong kong book fair to discuss her poetry, which explores the authors dual heritage and return to hong kong. 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. The fair also includes a kidult world featuring hobby. Venue, hong kong convention and exhibition centre hall 3. Home affairs bureau publications and press releases press. Hong kong book fair will likely to be a medium where many pretty important goods are likely to be exhibited. Jul 26, 2016 martial arts was the theme of a book fair coming to a close in hong kong. Running from july 1723, 2019 at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre, heres what you need to know about the everpopular book fair. The fair will provide selected librarians from the u. The guadalajara international book fair is the most important publishing gathering in iberoamerica. Created 34 years ago by the university of guadalajara, the fair is aimed at professionals and the general public alike, a characteristic that sets it apart from other book fairs around the globe. Hong kongs beloved book fair is back for its 27th year, and this time, bigger and better. Cpce holds quiz competition to promote basic law with photos 18 april 2016. The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its doors on wednesday to familiar.
County residents, young and old, bring their best to the fair in an effort to win that blue ribbon. Readers invited to explore the world at hong kong book fair. The hong kong sports and leisure expo will be held concurrently with book fair. Sedate start to hk book fair amid protest calls rthk. The event provided a golden opportunity to demonstrate hkt e ducations onestop elearning solutions, while collecting information from attendees about elearning.
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. On the 17,18 of july the book fair opened until midnight. We will not send you any promotional and other materials upon receiving your request with no charge. The 30th hong kong book fair, organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc, will be held from 17 to 23 july wednesday to tuesday at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre. New zones include multimedia, featuring ebooks, online publishing, audiovisual learning aids and educational software. Applications invited for funding scheme for exchange in belt and road. Jul 21, 2016 the banned books now on sale at hong kongs biggest book fair. Civic education exhibition to be held at hong kong book fair. Hong kong book fair opens next month with about 670 international exhibitors. The annual hong kong book fair got off to a smooth start in wan chai on wednesday morning, amid fears that it could be marred by protests targeting publishers controlled by beijing. Cape town book fair 30 july 2 august now in its fifth year, this is a combined trade fair and literary event open to the public, which aims to be the big book fair for africa. Arts heres how you can enjoy and support the arts during the pandemic. Hong kong book fair 2016 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.
Big crowds line up at the entrance of the 30th edition of hong kong book fair, at hong kong convention and exhibition center, hong kong, on july 17, 2019. In light of the development of the coronavirus outbreak, the hong kong fur federation treats the safety of our exhibitors, buyers and members as our top priority. The 25th hktdc hong kong book fair opened from 1622 july. Smart food at hong kong book fair 20, grand hall, hong kong convention and exhibition centre. If you are an author or a publisher looking for the next great.
Apart from books in chinese, there are also plenty of english books at bargain prices. See previous fair posters, session videos, and handouts free of charge from the links below. Organised by the hong kong trade development council hktdc, this years event welcomes a. Hong kong book fair 2014 parents, their children and teachers converged on the hkt e ducation booth at the hong kong book fair 2014, which ended on july 22, 2014. Arts hong kong book fair 2019 hong kong book fair hong kong authors literature books writers. 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.
Grabbing the right opportunity when it comes by makes all the difference. The 2016 hong kong book fair has been scheduled to be held at the hong kong convention and exhibition center from july 20 to 26. Her twin sister janice vidal is also a singer in hong kong. Year 2019, year 2018, year 2017, year 2016, year 2015, year 2014, year 20 the national archives has hosted a virtual genealogy fair via a live webcast since 20.
Besides selling and exhibiting new books and media products, there are reading and writing workshops, seminars, and autograph sessions for book lovers. Whether youre a bibliophile or a causal reader, hong kong book fair is sure to please. French writers at hong kong book fair 2016 consulat general. Pacific as the worlds inland sea hong kong book fair 2016. But being the city it is, there had to be some politics on display, reports tzuwei liu of bbc chinese. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair.
More information regarding the 6th edition in 2020 will be coming soon. 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 public libraries reading activities of hong. Hong kong book fair hong kong 2020 trade fair dates. Hong kong book fair 2019 at hong kong convention and exhibition centre is back. Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong books multimedia. The hong kong book fair is back again with lectures, book signings, and other events with acclaimed authors including local awardwinning writer albert tam as well as plenty of books to purchase at discounted prices, of course. Sermon on the ultimate truth about money at union church hong kong 2019.
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