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The 48th Interliber, Croatia’s largest book fair, has opened at the Zagreb Fairgrounds and will run until Sunday, November 15. This year’s edition brings together 319 exhibitors from 14 countries and offers visitors over 200 hours of accompanying programming, including meetings with domestic and international authors, presentations of new releases, and numerous opportunities to explore the world of literature.
The fair is held across four pavilions, covering more than 13,000 square meters of exhibition space. Entrance is free, and this year’s edition introduces several new features—most notably a first-time partnership with the European Commission and the option for young people turning 18 this year to use the Cultural Card.
Across pavilions 5, 6, 7, and 7a—covering more than 13,000 square meters of exhibition space—visitors will have the opportunity over the course of the six-day fair to explore publications from leading Croatian and international publishers, meet their favorite authors, and take part in numerous literary, educational, and entertaining events.
One of this year’s most prominent literary guests is David Szalay, winner of the 2025 Booker Prize for his novel Flesh. Szalay will meet with the Croatian audience on Wednesday, November 11, on the stage in Pavilion 7, where he will discuss his award-winning novel, followed by a session to engage with readers and sign books. He had already addressed the audience via video link during today’s grand opening.
