A Place for Stories, Discovery and Connection
Organised by Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Selangor (PPAS), Selangor International Book Fair brings together over 300 exhibitors and more than 10 literary experts from 10 countries, alongside activities for families, young readers and publishing professionals.
Come with family, meet up with friends, discover a new favourite book or simply follow your curiosity. SIBF is a place to share experiences, explore ideas and make meaningful memories together.
27 November – 6 December 2026
Setia City Convention Centre, Shah Alam
For Families — Discover Together
Give your children a day of stories, experiments and creativity. Listen to Malaysian folktales, enjoy children’s theatre, or get hands-on with pottery, batik painting, origami and Petrosains STEM activities.
Parents can explore parenting talks and sessions on supporting children with special needs, including sensory play activities. There are plenty of opportunities to discover your child’s interests and try something new together.
For Youth — Find Your People and Your Next Favourite Read
Meet fellow readers, explore new fiction and connect with the people behind the stories. The programme includes a novel-adaptation cast meet-and-greet, a session featuring Hanna Alkaf, and creative opportunities such as Canva graphic design, zine-making and picture-book workshops, along with gaming, film screenings and conversations with novelists.
Whether you come for books, creative skills, live music or a day out with friends, SIBF offers different ways to get involved—and inspiration to create stories of your own.
For Book Professionals & Creatives — Connect Across Borders
With over 300 exhibitors and more than 10 literary experts from 10 countries participating, SIBF creates opportunities to meet publishers, authors, illustrators, editors, booksellers and librarians from Malaysia and abroad.
The Selangor International Fellowship Programme, business-matching sessions and publishing discussions provide spaces to exchange expertise, introduce new work and explore potential collaborations. Browse the work of established and independent publishers, join conversations about writing and illustration, and build relationships that can help Malaysian stories reach new readers and international markets.
Empowering communities through knowledge, fostering creativity, and driving sustainable economic growth across Selangor
Our Impact
Creating meaningful change through books, collaboration, and community empowerment
Economic Empowerment
Supporting local economies through opportunities for book sellers, food vendors, and related businesses, creating a vibrant and inclusive environment that benefits the entire community.
Entrepreneurial Growth
Inspiring book-themed ventures while creating jobs for event staff and marketing professionals. Our fair boosts local tourism, benefiting hotels, cafes, and transport services.
Creative Collaboration
Connecting authors, publishers, and book sellers in a shared space to collaborate and create meaningful, high-quality content that benefits and educates society.
Who We Are
Organized by Selangor Public Library Corporation
The Selangor International Book Fair (SIBF) is proudly organized by the Selangor Public Library Corporation (PPAS) / Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Selangor, an organization dedicated to fostering a reading culture and empowering knowledge within the community.
As a library, we see ourselves as facilitators, working alongside many others to create a space where knowledge, creativity, and economic growth can thrive together.
Learn More About PPASThe Journey of SIBF
From humble beginnings to international recognition
From SBF to SIBF
Before becoming the Selangor International Book Fair in 2022, our event was known as the Selangor Book Fair (Pesta Buku Selangor) — a beloved state-level celebration that has grown exponentially over 16 remarkable years.
Humble Beginnings
Launched at Kompleks PKNS Shah Alam, establishing the foundation for what would become Selangor's premier book celebration.
Expansion to SACC
Moved to Shah Alam Convention Centre, marking significant growth in scale and ambition.
Record-Breaking Year
Achieved unprecedented success with over half a million visitors.
515,801 VisitorsInnovation During Pandemic
Successfully launched as Malaysia's first hybrid book fair, featuring "Hati & Minda Sasterawan" with distinguished literary figures.
6 National Laureates 5 Renowned AuthorsGoing International
Rebranded as Selangor International Book Fair, expanding reach to welcome international participants and publishers.