The much-awaited book sale is back in Manila, and it is open to the public from June 23 to July 3 (10 am to 1 am) at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Forum Tent in Pasay. It offers over 2 million books, including children’s books, fiction, autobiographies, graphic novels, self-help books, references, and many more, with discounts of up to 95%.
Apart from the beloved discounts, the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale in Manila offers rare and hard-to-find titles that booklovers will surely enjoy.
Here are some highlights of what you can find at the Big Bad Wolf Manila 2023:
1. Pop Culture: Delve into autobiographies featuring KPop group EXO, Lady Gaga, Daniel Radcliffe, Muhammad Ali, Nelson Mandela, Princess Diana, and other personalities who have shaped and shaken up the music, entertainment, politics, sports, and other industries.
2. Graphic Novels: Dive into discounted comic books from DC, Marvel, Star Trek, The Simpsons, and more. Expand your collection and indulge in the pleasure of reading. If you’re lucky, you might even find a book featuring posters of Marvel heroes or a Star Wars 40th-anniversary box set containing the film book and a doodle book.
3. Fiction Galore: Big Bad Wolf Manila 2023 is a haven for those seeking discounted best-selling novels and hard-to-find titles. Discover novels adapted into movies like Twilight, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Dune, Silver Linings, Divergent, and many more. Enjoy novels spanning various genres, including crime, fantasy, drama, and others suitable for teens, young adults, and mature readers.
4. Proudly Pinoy Books: Joining this year’s Big Bad Wolf are Adarna House (an educational publication that promotes values, culture, and history), Anino Comics (showcasing Filipino talents through captivating stories and artwork), Precious Hearts Romances (Filipino romance novels), and Apop (a publication based in the Philippines that focuses on translating Korean bestsellers into English).
5. Kid and Family-Friendly Books: Big Bad Wolf Manila offers a variety of books for parents who want their children to start reading at an early age. Explore books from Adarna House that teach values, trivia books from Ripley’s Believe It or Not, and basic books that help develop skills in writing, numbers, and other areas like cooking and gardening. There are also self-help books available for parents who want to learn new things.
Additionally, there is a performance area where visitors can watch live artists, as well as reading areas where they can check some of the books before making a purchase.