HONG KONG BOOK FAIR 2026 HONG KONG BOOK FAIR 2026 HONG KONG BOOK FAIR 2026
The Hong Kong Book Fair 2026 continues to be one of Asia’s biggest celebrations of books, reading, and culture. Since it was first organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) in 1990, the fair has welcomed readers, authors, publishers, educators, and creative professionals from around the world. Every year, hundreds of exhibitors gather to introduce new titles, exchange ideas, and encourage more people to enjoy reading. With more than one million visitors attending each edition, it has become one of the most recognized public book fairs in Asia.
More than a place to discover new books, the Hong Kong Book Fair creates opportunities for meaningful conversations between writers and readers. Visitors can explore book launches, author talks, seminars, workshops, and publishing exhibits while learning about different cultures and perspectives through literature. Every visit offers something different, making the event an exciting destination for anyone who enjoys stories and lifelong learning. There is many reasons why readers return year after year.
Every great book begins with an idea that deserves to be shared. This year, Kravitz and Sons is proud to showcase I Won’t be Wearing a Bikini, But I’m Going to Keep on Swimming by Lorraine Balch Limero at the Hong Kong Book Fair 2026. I Won’t be Wearing a Bikini, But I’m Going to Keep on Swimming follows one woman’s deeply personal journey through colon cancer, sharing the fears, laughter, pain, and hope she experienced while fighting for her life. As the story unfolds, readers witness the courage it takes to face illness with honesty while discovering that even life’s hardest moments can become sources of strength.
Whether it brings encouragement, comfort, or a fresh outlook on life’s unexpected battles, the book reflects the heart and determination that inspired its creation. We are excited to introduce this meaningful work to readers from different parts of the world and share the journey it has to offer. Every memorable book starts with an author who has something meaningful to say, and that makes it the perfect time to get to know the person behind I Won’t be Wearing a Bikini, But I’m Going to Keep on Swimming, Lorraine Balch Limero.
A Journey That Turned Into Hope
Some books are written from imagination, while others are shaped by experiences that forever change a person’s life. Lorraine Balch Limero spent many years working as a psychotherapist after completing her studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and the University of Houston. Throughout her career, she helped people navigate emotional struggles, but one of her greatest lessons came when she faced her own battle with colon cancer.
Rather than allowing illness to define her, Lorraine transformed one of the most difficult seasons of her life into a story that offers hope to others. Her writing is open, honest, and filled with moments of humor that remind readers there is still room for laughter even during painful times. She writes with compassion, allowing readers to experience both the emotional and practical sides of surviving a life-changing illness.
Although no major literary awards or public achievements have been announced for this book at this time, Lorraine has continued sharing her story through her published works, including Thirteen Years in Psychiatric Hospital, while encouraging readers facing difficult health journeys with honesty and kindness.
Finding Strength One Stroke at a Time
I Won’t be Wearing a Bikini, But I’m Going to Keep on Swimming follows Lorraine as she faces colon cancer from diagnosis through surgery, treatment, and recovery. Along the way, readers meet her supportive husband, caring family members, dedicated doctors, nurses, and close friends who become important parts of her journey. From hospital rooms and treatment centers to the comfort of home, every setting reflects both the physical and emotional challenges that come with serious illness.
The memoir is more than a medical story. It explores fear, uncertainty, faith, friendship, and the small victories that slowly rebuild hope. Lorraine shares moments of doubt alongside moments of unexpected humor, reminding readers that healing is not only about the body but also about the spirit. Her background as a therapist allows her to describe emotions with honesty while making the story easy to relate to for anyone facing hardship.
Above all, the book reminds readers that surviving is not simply about overcoming disease. It is about learning to embrace life again, appreciating the people who stand beside us, and finding joy even after life’s biggest storms. Its message of resilience, gratitude, and courage makes this memoir both inspiring and unforgettable.
A Story That Deserves to Be Shared
The Hong Kong Book Fair 2026 celebrates books that inspire hope, encourage resilience, and connect readers through genuine human experiences. I Won’t be Wearing a Bikini, But I’m Going to Keep on Swimming by Lorraine Balch Limero is one of those heartfelt stories, offering an uplifting reminder that even life’s greatest challenges can lead to remarkable triumphs.