Shimla: In collaboration with the Himachal Pradesh Language & Culture Department and The Gaiety Dramatic Society, Shimla,
the Shimla Book Fair 2026 is being organised by Forceone Books
from 13 to 19 June, 2026 at the Iconic Gaiety Theatre, Mall Road.
The Book Fair promises to be a haven for bibliophiles, students, and families, offering a curated selection of titles ranging from contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics. This highly anticipated event will bring a vast collection of literature, knowledge, and culture to the heart of the capital from
For over two decades, Forceone Books has been at the forefront of fostering reading habits across India. With a distinguished legacy that includes the successful organization of more than 50 book fairs.
The company has welcomed over 3 million visitors, facilitated over ₹30 crore in business, and hosted the launch of more than 1,000 books. Having cultivated vibrant literary ecosystems in major cities including Lucknow, Agra, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, Aligarh, Greater Noida, and Delhi,
Forceone Books now brings its expertise to the serene and cool backdrop of Shimla. Thousands of books in Hindi – English from leading Publishers and Distributors from Delhi, Kolkata, Agra, Lucknow Panchkula, Solan, Shimla will be on display and sale during the 7 days Bookfest.
Participants :
National Book Trust, India, Publication Division, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting GOI, Rajpal & Sons, Sasta Sahitya Mandal, Upkar Prakashan, Aadhar Prakashan, Nikhil Publishers & Distributors, Padam Book Co. Ramakrishna Math- Baghbazar, Bharatiya Kala Prakashan, Aughors Adda, Bodh Varsha and Local Writers.
“We are delighted to bring this celebration of literature to the hills,” said Manoj S. Chandel, Convener of the Shimla Book Fair 2026. “Our mission has always been to bridge the gap between publishers and readers, and we invite the community to join us at the iconic Gaiety Theatre to explore, discover, and celebrate the written word.”