The 2024 Shanghai Book Fair, the city's premier literary event, began at the Shanghai Exhibition Center on Aug 14 and will run until Aug 20. The event's Jiading district subvenue is offering a rich array of activities for all ages and interests.
The Jiading venue features 53 events to promote a vibrant reading culture, ranging from expert-led cultural lectures to engaging recitation contests.
This year's fair emphasizes interactive and multidimensional experiences. Notable events include new book debuts and book signings, offering attendees the chance to meet authors.
There is also a children's picture book creation contest, sparking young readers' creativity. In addition, families can enjoy traditional bookbinding, book cover design, bookplate printing, and a theatrical performance of The Little Prince at the Jiading Museum.