Chiari opens its small-press fair with more than ninety publishers at Villa Mazzotti
After the 6 November preview, the twenty-fourth edition gathers readers in the province of Brescia on 7 and 8 November.
In Chiari, Lombardy, Italy, the Italian Small Press Fair brings more than ninety independent publishers to Villa Mazzotti Biancinelli on 7 and 8 November. The programme, covered by BSNews on 5 November, distinguishes the weekend exhibition from the opening on 6 November at the Istituto Salesiano San Bernardino, featuring Carlo Cottarelli and his book L’economia facile. Risposte semplici per capire il mondo. Inspired by Pirandello, the twenty-fourth edition makes room for diverse voices and publishing lists. Alongside author talks, readings and workshops for children and teenagers, visitors can meet the people who choose and publish the books. Admission is free and stalls are open from 9.30am to 7.30pm.