The event is organized by “Foliant,” a multidisciplinary Kazakhstani publishing house that has been active in the industry since 1996.
This year’s fair will welcome 70 participants from Kazakhstan, Türkiye, Russia, Iran, Uzbekistan, Spain, Portugal, and China — including publishing houses, book retail networks, academic and educational institutions, and printing companies.
The exhibition aims to promote reading, foster a culture of conscious reading, showcase new book releases, present technological advancements in publishing, and expand international literary and publishing cooperation.
Highlights of the event include:
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Book presentations for children, teenagers, and adults
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Meetings and autograph sessions with renowned authors and poets
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Thematic roundtables and professional discussions
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Book readings, workshops, and creative events at the children’s zone
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Prize draws and giveaways of valuable and memorable gifts
The official opening ceremony will take place at 11:00 AM on April 23, with the participation of government officials, public figures, celebrated writers, and foreign diplomats.
A key tradition of the fair is the “Best Book of the Year” contest, featuring the following categories:
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Book of the Year
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Best Debut
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Best Fiction Book
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Best Non-Fiction Book
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Grand Prix by TURKSOY (International Organization of Turkic Culture)
