The first annual report on the sales of children’s and young adult books in BookCity stores has been released. Based on data collected and analyzed from 28 BookCity branches across the country, the report reveals that young readers show a strong preference for translated works, while original Persian titles continue to hold a more limited […]

Musa Aswar (1953–2025), translator, poet, and editor, was one of the most distinguished mediators between Arabic and Persian literature. Known for his meticulous precision, deep familiarity with both languages, and lifelong dedication to editing and scholarship, Aswar left a body of translations that set a high standard for literary fidelity and linguistic sensitivity. Following his […]

In the depths of history, where the waves of the seas have long carried messages of friendship between nations, Iran and Japan have always reached for one another across the vastness of geography. From the days when Persian merchant ships left their wake upon the waters of East Asia, to the present when Japanese art, […]

The idea of a book award for teenagers, judged by teenagers themselves, is rooted in a long-standing and valuable tradition: recognizing the “voice of youth” and actively engaging them in the literary field. This approach is an effort to reflect the perspectives, tastes, and concerns of this age group in a genuine and effective way. […]

In collaboration with the Children and Youth Council of BookCity Institute and the Central Bookstore By Tayebeh Ejeie Children’s Section Manager at BookCity Institute Children are introduced to books and stories from a very young age, and their first experiences with literature and storytelling can significantly influence their future reading interests and habits. With the […]