« I wanted to respond to a request from Calais residents », says Hannibal with his characteristic smile. For 3 years, the bookseller has made a place for itself within Calaisian culture through selling genre Books (fantasy, science fiction). Last January, Fantasti’Calais was a triumph “ I don’t impose regular events on myself. After Fantasti’Calais and its eight months of preparation, I wanted to return to much simpler things. I wanted to open a space for book lovers, without distinction, where professionals rub shoulders with individuals “, explains Hannibal.
An association in 2025
More than twenty-five exhibitors will be there, including several authors such as Pauline Defachelles and Marie Debray. The space is much larger and there is no competition between enthusiasts. The aim of this meeting is to bring together new, second-hand and book lovers. C’is open to everyone », says Geoffrey.
Over time, Hannibal encountered a form of weariness regarding his work on the internet. “ I need to be in direct contact with people and I really like meeting them at garage sales. In 2025, I will create my association, Vortex, it will be a new adventure. »
Hannibal Reader Book Exchange: Sunday November 17, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Salle du Minck, 101 rue Jean-François et Maurice Delannoy, 62100 CALAIS, free entry
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