Literary Calendar
Margaret Atwood at the Guardian Hay FestivalFind out about literary events throughout the year
5 March 2009
World Book Day
World Book Day was designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, and is marked in over 100 countries around the globe. World Book Day 2007 in the UK and Ireland will take place on Thursday 6th March. It is a partnership of publishers, booksellers and interested parties who work together to promote books and reading for the personal enrichment and enjoyment of all. A main aim of World Book Day is to encourage children to explore the pleasures of books and reading by providing them with the opportunity to have a book of their own.
17 March 2009 - 22 March 2009
Abu Dhabi Book Fair
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, an annual event run by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH). Initially established by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1981 the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair has grown from a small fair dealing mainly with publishers from Egypt and Lebanon to an international book fair looking to become the gateway to the Middle Eastern and North African publishing markets.
23 March 2009 - 26 April 2009
Bologna Children's Book Fair
The Bologna Children's Book Fair is the world's leading children's publishing and multimedia products event. 2008 will be its 45th edition. Every year in the spring, publishers, authors, illustrators, literary agents, TV and film producers, licensors and licensees, packagers, distributors, printers, booksellers and librarians meet in Bologna to develop new business opportunities and learn about the latest trends and developments.
20 April 2009 - 22 April 2009
The London Book Fair
The London Book fair is the global publishing community's leading spring forum for booksellers, publishers, librarians and book production services worldwide. Ideally timed to provide you with a concentrated 3-day trading and educational platform offering access to the world's books, real business contacts and shared knowledge. Everything you need to compete effectively in today's fast paced marketplace.
