Walking Book Fairs is a unique, independent bookstore and mobile library founded in 2014 by Satabdi Mishra and Akshaya Routray in Odisha, India, aimed at making books accessible to everyone. Starti...
Walking Book Fairs is a unique, independent bookstore and mobile library founded in 2014 by Satabdi Mishra and Akshaya Routray in Odisha, India, aimed at making books accessible to everyone. Starting with backpacks, they transitioned to a travelling truck cove ring over 20 states, while also maintaining cozy physical stores in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. Fiercely independent, women led bookstore with a curated selection of books highlighting diverse voices from around the world. Key aspects of Walking BookFairs include: The Travelling Library: A book-filled vehicle that journeys to remote areas, enabling people to browse and read for free. Mission: To promote reading culture, particularly storybooks, in both urban and rural settings. Physical Stores: Cozy, curated bookstores in Bhubaneswar (Khandagiri) and Cuttack that offer a wide variety of books and a peaceful atmosphere. Activities: They organize book signings, author interactions, and the Walking BookFairs Travel Writing Festival. Accessibility: They offer books at discounted prices and focus on bringing literature to places where it is not readily available. []