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Manila International Book Fair 2026

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2026-09-12 03:10 UTC → 2026-09-16 08:25 UTC · added removed

The 2026 Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City features concluded with an estimated turnout of approximately 235,000 visitors. Held from September 9 to 13 under the theme ‘Get Lit: Reading in a New Light,’ the event featured a wide array of international and local literary content. Early highlights include content, including the ‘Read Sweden’ booth, booth and various book launches. Senator Loren Legarda noted that the high attendance reflects a collaboration between “sustained interest in physical books” and presents a growing opportunity for the Embassy Philippine literary and publishing sectors. She emphasized the necessity of Sweden strengthening the local book ecosystem, spanning writing, publishing, distribution, and Fully Booked Philippines, showcasing Nordic noir accessibility within schools and children’s literature, alongside book signings by Dr. Michael W. Wesley Sr. Under communities. This momentum follows the theme ‘Get Lit: Reading Philippines’ role as Guest of Honour at the 2025 Frankfurter Buchmesse, which provided increased international exposure for Filipino creatives. Attendees demonstrated significant interest in a New Light,’ history, culture, and fiction. Notable highlights included the event includes over one hundred publishers Ateneo de Manila University Press and ADMU Journals booth, which drew crowds for signings with figures such as National Book Store historian Ambeth R. Ocampo and various university presses. The author Edgar Calabia Samar. Popular reading trends identified at the fair emphasizes a mix of traditional literature and contemporary pop included works on Philippine history, social issues, regional culture, including manga, graphic novels, and indie komiks. Scheduled activities include the launch of ‘How I Became a Writer 2,’ edited by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard. academic journals covering management and historical viewpoints.

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