The 12th Baku International Book Exhibition opened its third day with more than 50 scheduled events, drawing attention to rare manuscripts and international publishing partnerships. The 12th Baku International Book Exhibition runs until October 27, br.az reported.
Rare Manuscripts and International Authors Take Center Stage
Visitors examined rare manuscripts of Azerbaijani classics returned from abroad during a special presentation organized by the National Library of Azerbaijan. br.az noted that the exhibition also hosted meetings and autograph sessions with publishers and authors traveling from Turkey. This year’s roster of honorary writers features Azerbaijani People’s Poet Sabir Rustamkhanli and children’s writer Reyhan Yusifgyzy. International guests include Iranian-born writer Parinush Saniee and British author Darren Simpson, as reported by br.az.
International Publishers Join Expanded Exhibition in Azerbaijan
The exhibition has expanded significantly in scale, according to Farid Jafarov, Azerbaijan’s Deputy Minister of Culture.media.az reported that 148 local publishing houses and organizations are showcasing their work with independent stands, alongside 59 international participants representing 32 countries. Government agencies, universities, and accredited foreign embassies have also established dedicated display spaces. The schedule features over 300 events across seven days, incorporating professional B2B zones designed for publishers to hold business meetings alongside public book presentations.
Promoting Youth Literacy Under a Dedicated Theme
Organized under the motto “Life is bigger than the screen: one child, one book, one real world,” the event focuses heavily on encouraging reading habits among younger generations. media.az noted that dedicated children’s zones occupy the venue floor to welcome school groups and families. The exhibition remains open daily through October 27 at its Baku venue, offering conferences and author encounters for both local and international visitors.
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