Liechtenstein Showcases Literary Talent at Leipzig Book Fair

LEIPZIG, Germany — From March 27 to 30, Liechtenstein will highlight its literary scene at the Leipzig Book Fair, focusing on the PEN Club‘s contributions to literature.

This year’s fair follows Liechtenstein’s rich history in book exhibitions, with its first presence at the Frankfurt Book Fair in 1970. Since the 1990s, the country has regularly participated in events in Frankfurt, and since 2014, it has been an annual participant at the Leipzig Book Fair.

The PEN Club of Liechtenstein, a renowned literary organization promoting literature and freedom of expression, will play a crucial role in this presentation. “Our aim is to showcase the literary talent of our nation and highlight the importance of free expression through literature,” said Mirjam Kaiser, representative of the Liechtenstein delegation.

In addition to author panels and discussions, the Liechtenstein exhibit will also feature book signings and networking opportunities for aspiring writers and fans.

Meanwhile, just a few hours away in Neumünster, the Holstenhallen will host the inaugural “Baltic Games Fest” on April 11 and 12, dedicated to independent video game developers and their audiences.

“We want to give indie developers a stage to present their productions to the public and provide them with the know-how and contacts for successful marketing,” said Dirk Iwersen, managing director of Holstenhallen. The expo aims to foster interactions between developers and fans through discussions and workshops.

The two-day event will kick off on Friday, April 11, with a panel discussion and an opening ceremony led by Kiel‘s Economic Minister Claus Ruhe Madsen (CDU). This is followed by an opportunity for developers to engage with visitors at nearly 100 stations featuring new games.

On Saturday, April 12, the venue will continue to welcome visitors to test new games and share feedback with developers, allowing for improvements before the official releases.

The festival will also include booths, workshops, and industry presentations. One notable highlight will be the “Baltic Games Awards” on Friday evening, featuring a concert by the Hamburg band Tag der Helden.

Iwersen described the fest as an evolution of the previous conference model. The event has garnered significant interest, with nearly 50 indie teams fully booked and a waiting list in place.

Tickets for the Baltic Games Fest are available online at www.balticgamesfest.com, which also provides detailed programming and additional information. A day pass is priced at €12 for Friday and €10 for Saturday, with professional visitors charged €145 for both days.