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For roughly the last decade, the HKBF has made a concerted effort to cater to young readers and, in an increasingly digital world, physical media. As of 2022, more than 35 million print copies of YA books are sold per year globally, says WordsRated. Commenting on the importance of children's and YA literature, the HKTDC remarked, "Reading brings joy, inspires, and offers a window into new worlds and new perspectives."

Some of those new perspectives will be shared in the "Storytelling by Celebrities" events - perhaps the most fun part of the fair. This year's speakers include Hong Kong education expert Chan Wai-kai, Wai Yin Association Board of Trustees Chair Mandy Cho, mental health charity Shining Life Chair Jade Kwan, and actor Coco Chiang, to name a few. Nine children's and YA literature authors are featured at the fair, among them Chau Mat-mat, Leong Monk-fung and Poon Kam-ying.