BANGKOK
INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR
AND BANGKOK RIGHTS FAIR
The Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT)
BANGKOK INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR (BKKIBF)
The Bangkok International Book Fair (BKKIBF) is the largest book fair in Thailand, organized by PUBAT.
Each year, we welcome around 1.5 million readers and 400 exhibitors,
including international delegates and organizations, generating over 10 million USD in sales.
400+
EXHIBITORS
10 million+
USD IN SALES
1.5 million+
READERS
BKKIBF is more than just a literary event; it’s a thriving marketplace for books. Our commitment to promoting reading habits and cultivating a pervasive reading culture is evident through over 100 engaging activities, cultural performances, academic conferences, and rights trade.
BANGKOK RIGHTS FAIR (BKKRF)
BKKRF is a B2B event for rights trading, held concurrently with the Bangkok International Book
Fair (BKKIBF). Launched in 2024, the fair has quickly gained momentum, attracting publishers
and rights agencies from across the globe. We are committed to fostering dynamic exchanges of
translation rights and establishing Bangkok as the central hub of the Southeast Asian book
market
130+ 14+
COMPANIES COUNTRIES
Translated and imported books dominate the Thai book market, with the majority of Thai publishers focusing on acquiring rights to foreign works. However, we also produce high-quality original content.
Popular genres include Comics and Manga, Psychology, Romance, Horror and Suspense Thrillers,
Children’s Books, Textbooks, Travel, Health, and more.
