Thessaloniki Book Fair (TBF) takes place in May at Helexpo exhibition center. It offers visitors an opportunity to get acquainted with the latest releases of publishers from around the world.

• Take your time to roam around the publishers' stands.
• Choose from a varied programme of cultural events.
• Join in discussions with writers from Greece and abroad, and ask them to sign their books for you.

Discover the world of books at TBF!

Guest of honour

China will be the guest of honour at the 7th Thessaloniki Book Fair, creating a significant attraction for book trade professionals and for the reading public. Chinese delegates in Thessaloniki will focus on the dynamism of their book market and the multifaceted culture of China itself. Following Greece's great success as guest of honour at the Beijing Book Fair in 2008, and in line with continuing cultural relations between the two countries, Thessaloniki will showcase Chinese culture in general and literature in particular. The 500-square-metre Chinese national stand is being organised by the Chinese Culture Ministry and the Beijing Book Fair (www.bibf.net) to highlight both a vast market and a country steeped in tradition and history. More than 200 Chinese publishers, writers, artists and government delegates will be in Thessaloniki to present the traditions and contemporary profile of China in a rich cultural programme.

Tips for Greek publishers

Greek publishers will be able to gain access to the massive Chinese book market, thanks to the collaboration EKEBI has established with Chinese rights agent Chen Feng, who is familiar with the Greek publishing scene. She will propose two books a month to publishers who are interested in publishing Chinese books in Greek. Please note that EKEBI is still running the programme that supports translations of Greek titles into Chinese.

Books about China

In addition to the guest of honour's stand, there will be another stand displaying books about China that have been published in Greece. Greek publishers are invited to send EKEBI books related to China and Chinese works of literature that have been translated into Greek. The titles of the books will be posted on the TBF website.

Children's corner

The Children's Corner at Thessaloniki Book Fair is always full of youngsters. Every year more children visit the fair to get to know the magical world of books and meet their favourite writers. If you want to arrange an organized visit for the pupils of your school, contact: Ms. Evi Gerokosta - tel. 210 92 00 332 e-mail: egerokosta@ekebi.gr

Theme exhibition

2010 Exhibition Theme : Antiquity and us. With China the guest of honour at the fair, the exhibition will use Greek publications to present ancient civilizations and the interaction between them. The exhibition includes works of literature, essays, illustrated volumes, all Greek publications, which refer to ancient civilisations, their history, traditions and continuity over time. Exhibits, book presentations, round table discussions and numerous parallel events will be organised to attract the public and make their visit to the exhibition stand a valuable experience. Use the following application form to send proposals and books to EKEBI, attention Myrto Tzannetaki, tel. 210 9200337, email mtzannetaki@ekebi.gr by March 1st, 2010