Book Biennial: See 10 tips to enjoy the visit last weekend

THE Book Biennial takes place at Expo Center Norte in São Paulo since Saturday, July 2nd. The event ends on Sunday (7) and the CNN prepared a guide to help those who want to enjoy their visit after three years without one of the biggest literature parties in the country.

The first days of the Bienal received a large number of visitors of all ages, and queues were registered at the stands.

So far, the event has already had the presence of authors such as Mauricio de Sousa, Valter Hugo Mãe, Lázaro Ramos and Paulina Chiziane. And in this final stretch, personalities such as Luiza Helena Trajano, Abel Ferreira, Ailton Krenak, Conceição Evaristo and Itamar Vieira Júnior will also be there.

Check out the tips:

arrive as early as possible

The first weekend of the Book Biennial received many visitors at Expo Center Norte. The large amount of public can generate stress in the queues and traffic of people inside the event. So, if possible, the best alternative is to arrive as early as possible – the event starts at 9 am.

Set aside a full day for the visit

Do not limit a time for the end of the tour. The space is large and there are many options for shopping, as well as lectures, autograph sessions and other attractions. Therefore, it is a good idea to have plenty of time available to get to know the event without worries.

Go with light clothes and comfortable shoes

One certainty about the Bienal is that visitors will walk long distances. So choosing sneakers or other comfortable shoes is a smart decision. In addition, it is hot inside the space, intensified by exercise – it is important to remember to wear clothes that are comfortable for a day of intense activity.

Bring items to store your purchases

Carrying ecological bags, backpacks or other types of bags can be useful during the Bienal, to store all the purchases in a way that is easier to transport. For those who intend to buy several books, many people take small suitcases with wheels to store their purchases.

plan the visit

The Bienal makes available your site and in the application developed for the event, a map of the stands, the auditoriums and the food court. To make the visit less tiring, it is worth creating a roadmap of the way forward.

Search the prices

Although the price of most titles is similar to those found in bookstores, it is possible to find promotions that are worth it. Before going to the fair, look for the books you want most and see the average price at which they are sold. Some books are available in more than one booth, so it is interesting to visit the desired spaces and find out if there is a cheaper option for the same title from different publishers.

Make a list of the books you want the most.

In a fair with so many options, it is common to want to buy a lot of books. To stay focused and go home happier with your shopping, make a list of the books you want the most and which publishers are published – this way, it’s easier to find the most important booths for your visit.

Prepare to face queues

To enter the stands, to pay for groceries, in the food court… Especially during the weekends, there are queues everywhere at the Bienal. However, in most stands, the lines move quickly and the purchase is efficient.

Check the website’s schedule to choose the time to visit and get tickets for autograph sessions in advance

On the Bienal website it is possible to check the schedule of authors and other guests present at the event. Between lectures, workshops and autograph sessions, there are thousands of activities during the day, and with planning, it is possible to enjoy the best of the fair.

See the schedule of influencers you would like to meet

For those who follow literary influencers on social networks, it is worth checking if there is an opportunity to meet them at the Bienal. Many content creators were invited to the event, and this could be a chance to chat with people who are only seen through screens.

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