Kitab Lovers brings to you a five-day literary feast at Acropolis Mall, Kolkata
Staff Reporter : Kolkata, 22nd May, 2025 : Book aficionados of the city of joy rejoice . – Kitab Lovers , the book fair organizer, is returning to Acropolis Mall . Load the Box Book Fair with its signature and popular “Load the Box” Book Fair. The 5-day book carnival will be between 21st May and 25th May, and the visitors will get an opportunity to explore a treasure house of books daily from 11 AM to 10 PM.
The present version of the fair comprises over 1 million (10 lakh+) new and used books, which comprise over 20 genres, thereby encompassing readers of different ages and interests under one roof. The major genres are Children’s Books, Young Adult Fiction, New Arrivals, Mystery, Romance, Classics, and Non-fiction, thereby guaranteeing wide variety for everyone, starting from young readers to seasoned bibliophiles.
What is so remarkable about this fair is its creative idea known as “Load the Box.” People have the opportunity to purchase a box and fill it to capacity with as many books as they desire—there are no restrictions, merely the pleasure of discovery and accumulating stories. Three box sizes are offered:
Money Saver Box – ₹1200 (fits approximately 10–13 books)
Wealth Box – ₹2200 (fits approximately 17-20 books)
Treasure Box – ₹3000( fits 30-33 books)
“Being our eleventh Kolkata book fair and second association with Acropolis Mall, the ‘Load the Box’ concept has been an instant success here,” remarked R.K. Sanker, Co-founder, Kitab Lovers. “Kolkata is one of those cities where people from all segments—toddlers to the elderly—have a genuine passion for reading. We are glad to come back to a city that appreciates literature so much. Acropolis Mall has been an excellent partner, and we hope to continue the association in the future editions.”
The fair has been meticulously designed to resemble a library, featuring neatly arranged racks that enable visitors to browse comfortably. Additionally, readers are encouraged to take a moment to pause and read in the cozy corners located within the fair space, which enhances the immersive experience.
Subhadip Basu, Corporate General Manager , – Hospitality and Mall, Merlin Group , stated, “At Acropolis Mall, we are pleased to organize important and innovative events for our customers. With children and youth increasingly immersed in the virtual world, reading is decreasing. This book fair is a strong step towards developing attention, imagination, and study. We are happy to organize such events and keep working towards building reading culture.”
Whether you are a new reader or an avid reader, the “Load the Box” Book Fair at Acropolis Mall promises an experience of richness and satisfaction. You simply cannot miss the chance to find your new favourite book and carry home a box of literary treasures.
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