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Book Pride
by Redazione
Book Pride is the National Fair of independent publishing. This year, the IX edition, will be held from 21 to 23 March at the Superstudio Maxi (Via Moncucco 35, Milan – Metro Line M2 Famagosta) in Milan. The literary event is organized with the patronage of the Municipality of Milan and, starting in 2025, will become part of the projects of the Turin International Book Fair. A change aimed at giving solidity and building new...
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