Thank you!

The first edition of the Goa Book Fair and Children’s Literature Festival has now concluded.

We thank everyone who made this possible and a success with a wonderful time enjoyed by all.

Presented by @ravindra_bhavan_margao in association with Publishing Next, the event was conceptualised and curated by the Margao (Goa, India) based @the_dogears_bookshop.

A special thanks to our partners @thebirdsandbeestalk and @cccacreative, our sponsors @penguinindia, @tulikabooks, CD Homes, @harpercollinsin, @goafudge, @wonderhousebooks and Goa Knowledge Foundation, and our programme associates @zeitgeistgoa, @bookwormgoa, @afpanjim, @rotaryclubmargaosunrise, Katharsis and @cosfestgoa and @quriousmind_goa. Together all contributed towards a fabulous programme appreciated by everyone who attended.

@joelr.sunshine manages the website keeping you all informed with what has been happening.

A big thank you to the many who contributed to our crowdfunding campaign. You convinced us there are people who believe in this cause.

We are also deeply grateful to the many people who made sure it all came together – staff of The Dogears Bookshop, the many volunteers, friends, and venue support staff.

We wanted to provide a platform for talented individuals to come forward and do their thing, while kids had a blast of a time appreciating the transformative power of books. We believe both happened, and it took collaborations on many levels to make it happen.

Now, we set our sights on the 2026 edition and on how we can work with our partners, collaborators, and sponsors to make it even better!

Our hearts are full, and we are indeed very grateful.

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Events Schedule

Note the schedule may change, so please do check in again as we get closer to the start of the Goa Book Fair 2025.

What’s In Store

Wide Participation

Our participants page lists many of the publishers and authors who will be present in this year’s edition of the festival and book fair.

Books For All Tastes

There will be books available in English, Konkani, Hindi, and Marathi. There will be plenty for children as well as adults.

Focus on Children

In addition to many children’s book publishers taking part, there will be many programs to keep the kids engaged and interested. See our schedule for more.

Author Events & Activities

We have several author events and fun activities for all ages lined up. Take a look at our extensive schedule linked above.

Meet The Participants

Harsha Shetye

A Konkani author from Goa, Harsha Shetye is celebrated for her poetry, short stories, essays, & children’s literature. Through works like Mhoji Mati Mhoje Mollob and the Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar- winning Ek Ashille Bayul, she aims to introduce children to Goan culture.

Nandita da Cunha

Nandita da Cunha is an award-winning children’s book author based in Mumbai. She has written picture books, short stories and chapter books, and has shared these stories in sessions at schools and literature festivals across the country.

Fiona Fernandez

Fiona Fernandez is a vibrant storyteller, chronicler and journalist passionate about Mumbai’s rich heritage. With previous works like Ten Heritage Walks of Mumbai and Bombay Meri Jaan, Fiona inspires children to explore the treasures of their city. Join her at the festival for a delightful experience filled with stories and discovery!