The National Book Center of Greece, with the cooperation of publishers of children's books and the Circle of the Greek Children's Book (IBBY) , organizes the 3rd Children's and Young Adults' Book Fair. The fair will take place at HELEXPO in Marousi, between 29th of January and the 1st of February 2010.

In the four days of the fair's duration, young and older children will have the opportunity to travel to the wonderful world of children's and young adults' literature. The fair aims to peak their interest, widen their horizons and attract new readers ιn a festive atmosphere that would lure children and adults alike.

Guest of honour this year is France.

During the 3rd Children's and Young Adults' Book Fair, visitors will have the chance to take a closer look at the book production of the country guest of honour and to enjoy a rich cultural programme of events focused on young adult's literature.

What will visitors find at the fair:

• Publishers of children's books who will present their book production.
• A rich cultural programme (132 events)
  Children shows, theatrical and musical events, exhibitions, workshops and seminars.
• Stand of the Country Guest of Honour (France)
  Meetings with French authors and illustrators at the French stand.
• The Writers' Corner
  Meetings with favorite Greek writers and illustrators.
• Illustration exhibition by illustrators-members of IBBY.
• Exhibition of handmade children's books created by students of the TEI School of Graphic Arts.
• Illustrator's Wall
  Meetings with illustrators-members of IBBY.
• Lectures and discussion panels for teachers and parents.
• Showings of famous fairy tales adapted for the National Book Centre of Greece.
• The Greek Organiazation for Transparency
  Lectures on Environmental issues.