**FIL Guadalajara 2024 Unveils Poets Set to Participate in the Poetry Salon**
The Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL) has continued its poetic tradition by announcing the 2024 Poetry Salon. Under this program, 26 poets from 9 different countries will present their works from Saturday, November 30th to Sunday, December 8th, 2024.
“For the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL), the promotion and dissemination of contemporary poetry and its protagonists have always been a core mission. To achieve this, the Poetry Salon was created 17 years ago, serving as an intimate space where poets share their voices and works with their audience,” stated FIL Guadalajara.
This year’s program will feature poets from Canada, Chile, Cuba, Ecuador, Spain, Mexico, Poland, Syria, and Venezuela. There will be three daily sessions where these poets will read their works aloud.
The scheduled line-up includes:
– **Saturday, November 30**: María Baranda, Luis Armenta Malpica, Ana María Hurtado, and Ricardo Castillo.
– **Sunday, December 1**: Benito Taibo, Ada Salas, and Tomasz Różycki.
– **Monday, December 2**: Jorge Ortega, Manuel Vilas, and Garry Gottfriedson.
– **Tuesday, December 3**: Pilar Adón and Silvia Tomasa.
– **Wednesday, December 4**: Legna Rodríguez Iglesias, Paloma Chen, and Raquel Lanseros.
– **Thursday, December 5**: Francisco Antonio León Cuervo, Pol Guasch, and Paula Illabaca.
– **Friday, December 6**: Irma Pineda, Ángela Segovia, and Luis Ángel Vargas.
– **Saturday, December 7**: José María Muñoz Quirós, Blanca Llum Vidal, and Ariruma Kowii.
– **Sunday, December 8**: Nouri Al-Jarrahy and María Ángeles Pérez López.
FIL Guadalajara assured that the invited poets will enrich the diversity of voices and styles in the 2024 Poetry Salon edition.
Spain, being the Guest of Honor, will be well-represented with a delegation of over 150 authors who will participate in various activities and programs of FIL Guadalajara. The Poetry Salon will witness the presence of both new voices and established poets from Spain, such as Pilar Adón, Raquel Lanseros, and Manuel Vilas, among others.
The 2024 Poetry Salon is made possible thanks to support from the Ministry of Cultures, Arts, and Heritage of the Government of Chile; the Ministry of Culture of Spain and Acción Cultural Española (AC/E); the Polish Embassy in Mexico; the Polish Book Institute; Banipal magazine and Blue Metropolis; Vaso Roto Ediciones; Grupo Planeta; Lugar Común-Alliteration; Fondo de Cultura Económica; the Directorate of Publications and Editorial Promotion and Books UNAM, and Salto Mortal.
For the complete program and to attend any of the 26 sessions, interested individuals should register by emailing [email protected].
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**Secondary Article: Additional Information on FIL Guadalajara 2024**
As FIL Guadalajara 2024 approaches, the excitement builds with various notable events and special programs beyond the Poetry Salon. The fair is known globally for its vibrant convergence of literary, cultural, and educational activities.
**Key Highlights:**
1. **Guest Country Spain**: Spain’s extensive involvement means a larger footprint at the fair, with over 150 authors scheduled to participate in discussions, readings, and panels. Their representation aims to showcase Spanish literature’s recent and classical works.
2. **Children’s Pavilion**: The Children’s Pavilion will feature engaging workshops and storytelling sessions designed to foster a love for reading among young attendees. Authors of children’s books from around the world will be reading and interacting with children.
3. **Literary Awards**: The fair will honor various award recipients, including the prestigious FIL Literary Award in Romance Languages, previously won by acclaimed writers like Mia Couto. This year’s winner will be celebrated in a grand ceremony.
4. **Academic Conference**: There will be a series of academic talks and scholarly discussions on contemporary literary themes, publishing trends, and the future of books in the digital age. These sessions provide deep insights into the industry’s direction.
5. **Exhibition Site**: The fairgrounds will host hundreds of exhibitors from publishers and book retailers, offering the latest releases, classic literature, and rare finds. The space is designed to facilitate a seamless experience for browsing and purchasing books.
For continuous updates and more information about FIL Guadalajara 2024, visit the official website of the fair and follow their social media channels. Whether you are a casual reader or a literary enthusiast, FIL Guadalajara 2024 promises a diverse and enriching experience.