18 – 22 March

Geneva Book Fair — 40th Edition

Join a wide literary gathering bringing together nearly 800 authors for meetings, signings and themed exhibitions. Guests of honour include Laure Adler, Patrick Chappatte, Hélène Dorion and Douglas Kennedy. The programme offers photo and drawing displays, storytelling and creative workshops, mystery trails, dictations, dedicated youth areas and the presentation of six literary and artistic prizes. Designed for readers of all ages, the fair fosters exchange, discovery and community around books and ideas.

Route François-Peyrot 30,
1218 Le Grand-Saconnex
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