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Jujuy and Chacarita Book Fairs Showcase Ancestral Rituals and Indie Publishing Achievements

Ritual sahumado enhances the 21st Feria del Libro Jujuy, showcasing local heritage; in Chacarita, FED25 draws record crowds with awards presented to Los Confines, De Parado, Cele Barta, Powerpaola.

Overview

  • Ritual sahumado and ancestral music have enlivened the 21st Feria del Libro Jujuy despite weather disruptions that moved many activities indoors.
  • Jujuy’s Dirección de Educación Privada is leading inclusive pedagogical programs that involve private and social schools in sensory reading workshops and a traveling literary corner.
  • FED25 honored Los Confines with the Labor Librera prize, granting 2 million pesos for book purchases and a 50% discount on participating stands, and recognized illustrators Cele Barta and Powerpaola with its Best Poster award.
  • The Rumbo a Guadalajara award went to publisher De Parado, securing its participation at the Guadalajara International Book Fair.
  • FED25’s opening day drew 4,250 visitors, marking a 25% increase from the same day in 2024.