In the aftermath of missile attacks and widespread conflict that affected parts of the country and urban infrastructure, six branches of BookCity were damaged, with one store completely destroyed. Despite these losses, BookCity chose not to suspend its activities, and its bookstores remained open to the public. At a time when anxiety and insecurity dominated […]

In a marathon six-hour session at the Malek Theatre, the managers of the BookCity Institute and its nationwide branches gathered under the strategic banner of “The Power of Being Together.” This significant assembly was not merely an administrative meeting but a venue to review three decades of activity, draw the roadmap for 2026, and unveil […]

The “Dialogue on Iqbal’s Works and Thoughts” session, held to commemorate the renowned poet and thinker, took place on Monday afternoon, November 9, 2025, at the Central City Book House. During the program, hosted by Amir Qanaat, Dr. Mohammad Bagaee (Makan), Dr. Hadi Khaniki, Ms. Asmat Hassan Sial, and Nasrin Gholamhosseinzadeh explored various facets of […]

The inaugural *Sand Fox Book Award* concluded with the announcement of its winners in two categories—original fiction and translation. The closing ceremony was held on Friday evening, October 3, 2025, at the Central BookCity. The novels *The Gate of the Dead* by Hamidreza Shahabadi and *Scythe* by Neal Shusterman, translated by Arezoo Moghaddas, were selected […]

In a groundbreaking move that has sent ripples through Iran’s literary community, Hermes Publishing House hosted an unveiling ceremony for their innovative “Edge of Knowledge” book series on May 3, 2025. This pioneering collection represents one of the first structured attempts in Iran to integrate artificial intelligence into the traditional book translation process. A Bold […]

In a landmark step for Iran’s cultural landscape, the inaugural policy-making council meeting for the 2nd National Qeshm Oud Festival was held at the BookCity Institute, marking the official appointment of the festival’s secretary, Mohammad Firouzi, and executive secretary, Mohsen Fattahi. Organized in partnership with the Qeshm Free Zone Organization, the festival will take place on April […]

In a significant recognition of its contributions to Iran’s cultural and economic landscape, BookCity Institute was awarded the highest honor by the Iranian Trade Associations during the National Guilds Day celebration. The ceremony, held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the International Conference Hall of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), saw Mehdi Firoozan, […]