The countdown is on, and excitement is building across Shanghai! In just three days, the China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair (CCBF) 2025 will once again open its doors at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. Taking place from July 18 to 20, this globally renowned event is the largest fair in Asia dedicated exclusively to children’s books and content. According to its official organizers, CCBF has become the region’s cornerstone for children’s publishing, serving as both a celebration of reading culture and a thriving international copyright marketplace.
Every year, the fair transforms its exhibition halls into a vibrant world of imagination, connecting readers, authors, illustrators, publishers, and educators from across continents. Visitors can expect an extraordinary showcase of picture books, educational titles, comics, digital content, and creative learning materials—all designed to ignite curiosity and inspire young minds. The fair isn’t just about books; it’s about storytelling in every form imaginable.
The China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair (CCBF) is approved by Shanghai Press & Publication Administration, organised by Shanghai Xinhua Distribution Group Co., Ltd., China Education Publishing & Media Group Ltd., and China Universal Press & Publication Co., Ltd., co-organised by Ronbo BolognaFiere Shanghai Ltd. Launched in 2013, CCBF has quickly become an important event for the global publishing industry. It is the leading fair entirely dedicated to books and specific contents for children in Asia Pacific.
Over its ten years of development, CCBF has thrived to accomplishing its motto—Embracing the Future. Not only is the fair a leading copyright hub for children’s books, but it is also a premium platform offering marketing solutions and crossover possibilities for a wide range of industries. CCBF plays an important role in promoting quality children’s literature and encourages reading culture among young children. Since 2018, it has entered into close cooperation with Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) organized by BolognaFiere.
With a history of 60 years, the BCBF is the largest children’s literature fair in the world. This exciting association also aims to better serve the current strategy of China’s publishing industry—disseminating original content worldwide and bringing the best international books to local readers—also known as the “go global, bring in” policy.
For families and readers, the fair is an immersive experience. Kids will love the storytelling sessions, art workshops, and the Young Illustrators Competition exhibition—where future artistic stars display their creations. Parents and teachers can attend educational talks, explore the Reading Promotion Area, and discover tools that make reading both fun and meaningful.
As the countdown begins, take time to prepare for this three-day adventure. Bring your passion, your curiosity, and your love for books. Most importantly, don’t miss your chance to visit ARPress at Hall 1 – Booth 2A17– Copyright Zone, where imagination finds new homes and stories reach global audiences.
Three days left until Shanghai becomes the world’s playground for young readers and storytellers!
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