AFCC 2024 Book Fair
| Date: | 23–26 May 2024 |
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| Time: | 10am - 6:30pm |
| Venue: | Plaza, National Library Building |
The Asian Festival of Children’s Content (AFCC) is the leading event of children’s content which highlights Asia’s rich culture and tradition by showcasing some of the best Asian writers, illustrators and content providers, promoting new materials that have been produced. It is organised by the Singapore Book Council (SBC). The Country of Focus for AFCC 2024 is Philippines and will see involvement from Filipino publishers, writers and illustrators.
With an annual attendance of close to 500 authors, publishers, distributors, institutional buyers, literary agents, multimedia producers and educators from up to 11 countries gathering in Singapore for the Festival, it is the event to create awareness about your product or organisation.
The AFCC Book Fair will be held at the Plaza of the National Library Building which has a pre-COVID annual visitorship of about 4 million people. It has allowed industry players to showcase, network and trade, and with a strategic venue such as the National Library with its high human traffic, exhibitors have found it expedient to promote their books and products to the public as well.
Exhibitors
Festival Bookstore: Closetful of Books
Closetful of Books is a specialist children's bookseller started by Denise Tan and Kelvin Ng. They grew up accompanied by magical stories, and continue to believe in the power of reading for pleasure. Closetful of Books also visits schools with a vast and specially-curated selection of picture books, novels, non-fiction titles and graphic novels, and extends library consultancy services to schools.
360Pro Solutions
360Pro Publishing is a dynamic publisher dedicated to the production, distribution, and licensing of books and related merchandise. Their mission is to support independent authors by providing comprehensive services that help bring their stories to life and reach a wide audience across Asia. They specialise in the production of high-quality books and branded merchandise that captivate readers' imaginations.
Website: https://360pro.solutions/360pro-publishing
Contact Email: sean@360pro.solutions
Epigram Books
Epigram Books was started in July 2011 to champion Singaporean literature. With over 450 titles, including award-winning novels, children's books and cookbooks, Epigram Books has garnered local and international acclaim. Some of their notable winning titles are The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye (winner of three Eisner Awards); Ministry of Moral Panic (Singapore Literature Prize for English Fiction); The Way of Kueh (Singapore Book Awards’ Book of the Year); and The Rock and the Bird (Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Awards).
Website: https://www.epigram.sg
Email: hello@epigram.sg
IBBY
The International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) is a non-profit organisation founded in Zurich, Switzerland in 1953 which represents an international network of people from all over the world who are committed to bringing books and children together. Today, it is composed of 84 National Sections all over the world. It represents countries with well-developed book publishing and literacy programmes, and other countries with only a few dedicated professionals who are doing pioneer work in children's book publishing and promotion.
Website: https://www.ibby.org/ibby-worldwide/national-sections/philippines
Email: rblim@ibby-philippines.org
JSIM Education
JSIM Education Pte Ltd is the Publisher of BBC Earth Magazine (Asia edition). With 20 years of experience in the publication sector, the co-founder incorporates fun into learning, provides reading and writing programmes for schools and education centres. As a leading books and magazines Distributor, they specialise in educational titles. Their aim is to help readers to cultivate lifetime reading habits, so they could enrich their life, mind and soul. Their motto: I think, I read, I write.
Website: www.jsimeducation.com.sg
Email: enquiry@jsimeducation.com.sg
Maha Yu Yi
Maha Yu Yi Pte Ltd is a family-run business established in 1969. It has a lovely Chinese children’s bookstore for 0-12 years old, and a traditional Chinese bookstore for teenagers & adults. It also sources books for National Library, tertiary institutions, international schools, local schools, and preschools.
Website: www.yuyi.com.sg
Email: online@yuyi.com.sg
Vibal Foundation
Fine Philippine Books showcases a diverse selection of titles encompassing arts and culture, history, architecture, trivia, gastronomy, comics, and children's literature. It celebrates and promotes the rich literary heritage of the Philippines and provides readers with a broad array of genres that highlight the country's unique stories and creative talents.
Website: www.vibalgroup.com
Email: rblim@vibalgroup.com