The Kuwait International Book Fair is set to launch its 49th edition on November 18 and will run until November 28. The event will be held at the International Exhibition Grounds in the Mishref area. This year's fair will feature 592 participants from 34 countries, including 19 Arab countries and 15 foreign countries. A total of 32 new participants will also be joining the event.
The theme of this year's book fair is "We Read... We Rise". Qatar will be the guest of honor at the event, showcasing its intellectual and literary production. The country will also present various cultural activities that highlight the diversity of its cultural scene. This participation aims to strengthen the brotherly relations between Kuwait and Qatar and promote cultural cooperation between the two countries.
The book fair will cover an area of 20,000 square meters and will have several halls dedicated to different categories. Hall 5 will host Arabic book publishers, while Hall 6 will feature Kuwaiti, Gulf, and foreign book publishers. Hall 7 will be dedicated to government agencies, regional organizations, and public benefit associations. The fair's foyer will host children's book publishers.
The event will be accompanied by over 60 cultural activities, including intellectual seminars, poetry evenings, workshops, and cultural meetings. These activities will take place at the cultural café within the fair. There will also be activities for children and young people, as well as programs for different segments of society, including people with disabilities.
This year's book fair will honor Dr. Khalifa Al-Waqian as its personality of the year, in recognition of his cultural contributions. The fair's halls 5, 6, and 7 will be named after the poet Abdullah Al-Faraj, poet Moathi Al-Obeidi, and historian Ahmed Al-Bishr Al-Rumi, respectively. This is a tribute to their memories and appreciation for their contributions to Kuwaiti culture.
The book fair will also host a professional program for Arab publishers, which will discuss topics such as intellectual property, legal aspects, marketing, distribution, technology, artificial intelligence, financial management, business development, and partnerships. This program aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of publishers and promote the development of the publishing industry.
The Kuwait International Book Fair is organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts, and Letters in Kuwait. The event provides a platform for publishers, authors, and readers to come together and celebrate literature and culture. With its rich program of activities and diverse participation, the fair is expected to attract a large audience and contribute to the cultural and intellectual life in Kuwait and the region.
Key points
- The 49th Kuwait International Book Fair will feature 592 participants from 34 countries.
- Qatar will be the guest of honor at the event.
- The book fair will include over 60 cultural activities.
