The 42nd International Istanbul Book Fair is being held from December 13 to 21, 2025, at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul, Turkey. LU Xianhe, the General Editor of Tsinghua University Press (TUP), attended the exhibition with a selection of high-quality books covering various fields such as science, technology, and culture. The showcased books, featuring distinct professional characteristics and content, attracted significant attention from readers and publishing professionals at the fair.
The 42nd International Istanbul Book Fair
TUP's Booth
Research on the Turkish Book Market and Publishing Landscape
During the delegation's tour, LU Xianhe visited several publishing and cultural institutions, including Red Cat Publishing House and the Robinson Crusoe Bookstore in Turkey, and engaged in in-depth discussions on publishing cooperation and cultural exchange. The delegation also conducted a detailed investigation into the ecosystem of Turkey's book market, covering aspects such as reader demographics, reading habits, and trends in new technology applications. Additionally, they conducted on-site visits and observations of the operational models and current status of local brick-and-mortar bookstores. These exchanges provided valuable insights for TUP to learn from advanced industrial experience and expand international cooperation.
Discussion at Red Cat Publishing House
Group Photo of the Delegation at Red Cat Publishing House
Group Photo of the Delegation at the Robinson Crusoe Bookstore
The Istanbul International Book Fair is Turkey's largest and most influential event in the publishing industry, serving as an essential platform that connects the cultural markets of Europe and Asia. Organized by TüYAP, the fair has been held annually since its inception in 1982. As a hallmark cultural event in Istanbul and one of the largest book fairs in Europe, it attracts nearly 500,000 visitors each year, including publishing professionals, readers, and other visitors. The fair has become a vital international platform for fostering global literary dialogue and cultural collaboration.
