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Istanbul Publishing Booth Joins the Tehran Book Fair
Istanbul Publishing Booth Joins the Tehran Book Fair

The scientific, cultural, and publishing institute Kowsar from Turkey is participating in the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, showcasing its latest published works and books. The head of the Kowsar Cultural and Publishing Institute’s booth told the Tehran Book Fair news desk, "We have been participating in the Tehran Book Fair for five years. At first, we only offered religious books, but in this year’s edition, we have added social books to our collection. Still, most of our books are ...

2025-05-10 16:51
Book Purchase Subsidies for All Visitors to the Tehran Book Fair
Book Purchase Subsidies for All Visitors to the Tehran Book Fair

For the first time in the history of the Tehran International Book Fair, all visitors to the 36th edition of the event will be eligible to receive a book purchase subsidy. According to the media office of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, and in line with goals of promoting social justice and supporting book enthusiasts from various backgrounds, the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has announced that book purchase subsidies will be available to all attendees who wish ...

2025-05-10 10:45
Cultural Connection Between Iran, Russia, and Turkey: How Do Children Read Books?
Cultural Connection Between Iran, Russia, and Turkey: How Do Children Read Books?

On the second day of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, a panel titled “Children Who Read Without Borders: How Do Children Read?” was held, during which authors and publishers from Russia and Turkey exchanged ideas about children’s and young adult literature. According to the Public Relations Office of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, the panel introducing Russian and Turkish authors in the field of children and young adult literature was held this morning, the 18th of Ordibehesht 1404 ...

2025-05-09 16:32
250,000 Book Titles Offered on Virtual Platforms
250,000 Book Titles Offered on Virtual Platforms

According to the Secretary of Digital Publishers at the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, 250,000 book titles have been made available to readers in this section. Ali Mohammadpour, Secretary of Digital Publishers, told the news correspondent of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair that recent legal reforms and the new government’s policies have created an opportunity for digital publishers to have a strong presence at this year’s event. He added that this year, 17 digital book publishers are participating in ...

2025-05-09 16:13
The Russian Book Union to Hold Over 80 Cultural Programs in Tehran
The Russian Book Union to Hold Over 80 Cultural Programs in Tehran

For the tenth consecutive year, the Russian Book Union is participating in the Tehran International Book Fair. This year, during the days of the fair, they will hold over 80 cultural programs at the book fair, as well as in cultural centers and universities across Iran. According to the press office of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, Arezoo Ashtijoo, representative of the Russian Book Union at the fair, said: “This is our tenth consecutive participation in the Tehran International ...

2025-05-09 16:11
An English Publisher’s View on Iranians’ Love for Books
An English Publisher’s View on Iranians’ Love for Books

Tony Hunt, Director of the UK-based Pathfinder Publishing, emphasized the importance of reading during critical historical junctures in an interview with the press center of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair. He stated, “Awareness of history and culture is essential for individuals.”   He added that Pathfinder Publishing, with over half a century of experience, has been active in Iran since 1992, and the Iranian public has shown great interest in its cultural productions.   Hunt also pointed to the ...

2025-05-07 23:50
Qalibaf: The key indicator of progress is culture / Salehi: The book fair is a large social club
Qalibaf: The key indicator of progress is culture / Salehi: The book fair is a large social club

The 36th Tehran International Book Fair officially opened today with the presence of Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, Head of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Parliament, and Seyyed Abbas Salehi, Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance. According to the news headquarters of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, the opening ceremony took place this morning, Wednesday, May 6, with the participation of Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, Seyyed Abbas Salehi, Ahmad Fakak Ahmad (Iraq’s Minister of Culture and Tourism), Mohsen Javadi (Head of the ...

2025-05-07 23:46
Minds and Thoughts of Nations Unite at the Tehran Book Fair
Minds and Thoughts of Nations Unite at the Tehran Book Fair

According to the Public Relations Office of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani stated: “At the Tehran Book Fair, minds and thoughts converge, teaching the world that peaceful coexistence is better than conflict.” Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, Iraq’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, attended the opening ceremony of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair and spoke to reporters on the sidelines of the event. “Iraq is honored to be the Guest of Honor at the Tehran Book Fair. ...

2025-05-07 23:41
Iraq’s Special Pavilion Opened at the Tehran Book Fair
Iraq’s Special Pavilion Opened at the Tehran Book Fair

Seyyed Abbas Salehi, Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, stated: “In our relationship with Iraq, thanks to our deep-rooted historical and cultural commonalities, we have had — and continue to have — broad opportunities for cultural diplomacy.”   According to the Public Relations Office of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, the International Section of the fair and Iraq’s pavilion, as the Guest of Honor of this year’s event, were officially opened this morning, Wednesday, May 7, with the ...

2025-05-07 23:38
“Let’s Read for Iran" Selected as the Motto for the 36th Tehran International Book Fair
“Let’s Read for Iran" Selected as the Motto for the 36th Tehran International Book Fair

Ebrahim Heydari, spokesperson and deputy of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, stated that a call for proposed mottos was published on February 4, 2025. As a result, approximately 1,500 mottos were received. He added that the submitted mottos were reviewed by experts and presented to the Policy Council of the 36th Tehran International Book Fair, which selected "Let’s Read for Iran" from among them. Thus, "Let’s Read for Iran" will be the motto for the 36th Tehran International Book ...

2025-03-12 14:08
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