Tbilisi Book Fair საქართველოს წიგნის ასოციაციის ერთ-ერთი მთავარი პროექტია და საქართველოში წიგნისა და ლიტერატურის სფეროში მნიშვნელოვანი ყოველწლიური ღონისძიებაა. ის ქმნის სივრცეს, სადაც ერთმანეთს ხვდებიან გამომცემლები, წიგნის მაღაზიები, ავტორები, მთარგმნელები, მკითხველები და წიგნის ინდუსტრიის სხვა წარმომადგენლები.
Over the years, the format of the fair has evolved significantly. Today, it is not only a space for book exhibitions and sales but also a diverse cultural and educational platform that promotes literature, strengthens professional networks, and contributes to the development of the book industry.
The fair brings together both major publishing houses and independent publishers, bookstores, and distributors, offering visitors a wide selection of Georgian and international literature.
The programme includes meetings with authors, new book launches, literary discussions, professional networking events, educational programmes, as well as children’s activities and creative workshops.
The Tbilisi Book Fair attracts tens of thousands of visitors every year and has become an important cultural event that brings together book lovers, industry professionals, and representatives of the literary community.
The goals of the Tbilisi Book Fair are:
- The popularization of the culture of books and reading;
- Support and development of the Georgian publishing sector;
- Facilitation of direct communication between readers and authors;
- Showcasing new publications and contemporary literature;
- Strengthening local and international literary connections.
Today, the Tbilisi Book Fair represents one of the key platforms of Georgia’s book industry, supporting the exchange of knowledge and ideas, encouraging new literary initiatives, and strengthening the role of books in society.
Frankfurt Book Fair მსოფლიოში ერთ-ერთი ყველაზე დიდი და გავლენიანი საერთაშორისო წიგნის ბაზრობაა, რომელიც ყოველწლიურად, როგორც წესი, ოქტომბერში, გერმანიის ქალაქ ფრანკფურტში იმართება.
With a history spanning centuries, the event has become one of the most important global platforms for the publishing industry, bringing together publishers, authors, literary agents, translators, book distributors, cultural professionals, and media representatives from around the world.
The main objectives of the Frankfurt Book Fair are to promote international publishing cooperation, facilitate the exchange of books and publishing rights, showcase literature from different countries, and create new partnerships among professionals in the book industry. The fair provides an important platform for presenting new publications, exchanging copyright and translation opportunities, and strengthening literary connections worldwide.
The Georgian Book Association and its member organizations traditionally participate in the Frankfurt Book Fair every year.
Through Georgia’s collective national stand, Georgian publishers introduce international audiences to the country’s publishing sector, Georgian literature, contemporary authors, translated works, and new publications.
Participation in Frankfurt represents a significant opportunity for Georgia’s book industry to strengthen its international presence, build cooperation with foreign publishers, literary agents, and professional networks, and expand opportunities for the translation and international distribution of Georgian books.
Book Fairs in the Regions of Georgia
The Georgian Book Association periodically organizes book fairs in various regions of Georgia, aimed at promoting the culture of books and reading, increasing the accessibility of books, and supporting literary processes in local communities.
Regional book fairs create opportunities for readers of different ages and interests to directly familiarize themselves with contemporary Georgian and foreign literature, meet publishers and representatives of the book sector, and participate in cultural and educational activities.
Within the framework of the fairs, a book exhibition-sale is held, showcasing publications of various genres and themes, as well as meetings with authors, presentations of new books, literary events, discussions, children's workshops, and creative activities.
By organizing book fairs in the regions, the Georgian Book Association facilitates the rapprochement of representatives of the book industry and local readers, supports the development of local cultural spaces, and creates opportunities for books and literary experiences to become more accessible to people living in various cities of Georgia.
European Authors Day
ევროპელ ავტორთა დღე European Authors’ Day was established in 2023 at the initiative of the European Commission. It aims to promote European literature and a culture of reading, while strengthening direct connections between authors and readers.
The initiative places particular emphasis on children and young people, providing them with opportunities to discover the diversity of European literature.
Since 2025, the initiative has been carried out under the #ReadForReal slogan, bringing together schools, libraries, bookstores, cultural and educational organizations, authors, and readers across different countries. One of its key principles is the active involvement of local participants, allowing each country and organization to develop a programme of activities that reflects its local context and the interests of its audience.
საქართველო, საქართველოს წიგნის ასოციაციის ძალისხმევით, ინიციატივას 2025 წელს შეუერთდა და Georgia, through the efforts of the Georgian Book Association, joined the initiative in 2025 and serves as one of its national hubs. As part of European Authors’ Day, events — including those in Georgia — take place annually during November-December period.. ევროპელ ავტორთა დღის ფარგლებში ღონისძიებები – მათ შორის საქართველოში – ყოველწლიურად ნოემბერ-დეკემბრის თვეში ტარდება.
Declaration on the Authorized Distribution of Books
The Georgian Book Association has developed a Declaration on the Authorized Distribution of Books, which has already been signed by 23 member publishers and book distributors of the Association.
The main purpose of the Declaration is to protect the book market from counterfeit products, promote respect for copyright, and ensure that readers have access to high-quality, licensed, and reliable publications.
The document represents a shared commitment of book industry stakeholders and contributes to creating a transparent, fair, and sustainable publishing environment in Georgia.
The Declaration is open for signature by both authorized publishers and book distributors. Starting in September, the Georgian Book Association launched the creation of a unified “Authorized Distributors” Registry, which will be published on the Association’s official website and social media channels. The Registry will help readers easily identify trusted distributors and purchase legally published books.
The full text of the Declaration is available at the following link... იხილეთ აქ…