Write a paragraph on "A Book Fair".

A Book Fair

A book fair is of fairly a recent origin. It is a fair where different types of books are displayed for sale. Nowadays book fair has become very popular. A book fair is usually held in the months of January and February. In our country it is held in almost all cities and towns. The largest book fair is organized by Bangla Academy on the occasion of the 21st February. It is called the "Amar Ekushe Boi Mela". It has created a sense of interest for books amongst the general mass. In a book fair various types of pavellions are set up. Different sorts of books like fictions, text books, dramas, children books, reference books etc. are displayed catagorically. There are also snacks, food and drink stalls. A book fair becomes crowdy specially in the everning. Customers. irrespective of age, gender, caste and creed gather at a book fair. Renowned and promising writers visit the fiar regularly. Seminars and cultural programmes are held. The main purpose of a book fair is not only sale but it offers a rare opportunity to assess the advancement made in publication of books. It helps to create new writers as well as new readers. It inspires all sections of people to form the habit of reading. A book fair bears the testimony of the refined tastes and varied culture of a country. A book fair reminds us that books change our outlook on life and widens our domain of knowledge. Readers get these best friends at a cheaper rate from a book fair. Thus, book fairs are of great value as they help to build an enlightened society and nation.