# International book fairs and literary events in Turkey > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-book-fairs-in-turkey > Updated: 2026-10-26T08:00:00.000Z. Sources: 53. Developments: 9. Various international book fairs and literary events continue across several Turkish cities. In Kahramanmaraş, a UNESCO City of Literature, the 11th International Kahramanmaraş Book Fair has concluded its 10-day run at KAFUM. Held under the theme ‘Gel ve Fark Et’ (Come and Notice), the event attracted nearly 400,000 visitors and featured approximately 150 publishing houses. In Malatya, the 12th Malatya Book Fair has opened at Mişmiş Park under the theme ‘A City Strengthened by Books.’ The event features 300 publishing houses and 300 authors, with 350 book signing sessions and 75 talks planned. Additionally, a new comprehensive City Library has been opened in Malatya to serve youth 24/7. The 13th Konya Book Days recently concluded after a 10-day event. Organized by the Konya Metropolitan Municipality, the festival featured 116 publishing houses and 147 authors, showcasing 230 works published in 16 different languages. Notably, the Presidency of Communications Publications made its debut at the event, providing academic resources on Turkish history, foreign policy, and strategic communication. Simultaneously, the city hosted the 60th Konya Folk Poets Festival (Âşıklar Bayramı) in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, celebrating traditional folk poetry through symposiums and musical performances. Other regional activities include the 2nd Balıkesir Book Fair, the 16th International Kocaeli Book Fair, the 16th Antalya Book Fair, and the 2nd Uşak Book Fair. In Ankara, the ‘Young Minds in the Library’ program continues at the 100. Yıl Youth Library. ## Claims - The 3rd Ortahisar Writer Meetings in Trabzon is dedicated to the memory of Sabahattin Ali. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Ortahisar event is scheduled to last for three days. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Georgian author Archil Kikodze and Tunisian author Mohamed Amine Lajili participated in a writing residency in Kahramanmaraş. (single source) - The writing camp in Kahramanmaraş included 20 young writers from the earthquake zone. (single source) - The Ortahisar program includes panels, talks, poetry readings, and signing sessions. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Konya hosts 13th Book Days and 60th Folk Poets Festival Konya hosted the 13th Book Days, featuring the debut of Presidency of Communications Publications, alongside the 60th anniversary of the traditional Konya Folk Poets Festival. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/konya-hosts-13th-book-days-with-350000-visitors ### 2026-10-25: Kahramanmaraş hosts 11th International Book Fair The 11th International Kahramanmaraş Book Fair drew nearly 400,000 visitors and 150 publishers to the UNESCO City of Literature. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kahramanmara-hosts-11th-international-book-fair-4 ### 2026-10-23: Turkey hosts multiple regional book fairs and library initiatives Multiple book fairs and library programs are being held across Turkey, including major events in Kahramanmaraş, Malatya, Balıkesir, and Konya, to promote literacy and cultural reconstruction. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malatya-hosts-12th-book-fair-to-support-cultural-reconstruction ### 2026-10-23: Literature events held in Kahramanmaraş and Trabzon Literary events are taking place in Turkey, featuring international authors in Kahramanmaraş and a three-day festival in Trabzon dedicated to Sabahattin Ali. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/literature-events-held-in-kahramanmara-and-trabzon ### 2026-10-20: Kahramanmaraş hosts 11th International Book Fair The 11th International Kahramanmaraş Book Fair is ongoing at KAFUM, featuring prominent authors and discussions on literature, family, and personal development in Turkey’s sole UNESCO City of Literature. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kahramanmara-hosts-11th-international-book-fair-3 ### 2026-10-18: Kahramanmaraş hosts 11th International Book Fair The 11th International Kahramanmaraş Book Fair is ongoing in Turkey, featuring student visits and cultural discussions on individual and societal development. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kahramanmara-hosts-11th-international-book-fair-2 ### 2026-10-16: Kahramanmaraş hosts 11th International Book Fair The 11th International Kahramanmaraş Book Fair has launched in Turkey's UNESCO City of Literature, featuring 400+ authors and 150 publishers. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kahramanmara-hosts-11th-international-book-fair ### 2026-10-03: Turkey hosts various regional book fairs and literary festivals Multiple cities in Turkey, including Kocaeli, Kahramanmaraş, and Bursa, are hosting major book fairs and literary festivals featuring hundreds of authors and cultural workshops. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kahramanmara-to-host-11th-international-book-fair-in-october ### 2026-10-02: Kocaeli Book Fair to host ‘İnsan Hatırlar’ opening program The 16th International Kocaeli Book Fair will run from October 3–11, featuring an opening program titled ‘İnsan Hatırlar’ on October 2. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kocaeli-book-fair-to-host-insan-hatrlar-opening-program --- Cite as: International book fairs and literary events in Turkey. 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