Book presentation: El hombre que no se quiso casar conmigo
At the Museo de Historia de Madrid, author Ana Fernández Pardo presents the historical novel about Eugenia de Montijo's youth and first love, set against Madrid's streets and palaces. The event commemorates the empress's birth bicentennial and offers insights into the era that shaped her later life.
Los filos de la noche
Manuel Rico gives a literary reading of Los filos de la noche at the Iván de Vargas Public Library in central Madrid. An intimate evening of prose and poetry with a short Q&A, set inside a historic city-library venue.
¿Qué sabemos de...? Tiburones
CSIC Madrid hosts a book launch for ¿Qué sabemos de...? Tiburones, featuring authors Claudio Barría Oyarzo and Ana Colmenero Ginés. They discuss shark biology and current marine research, presenting a science-forward look at sharks at the CSIC venue in Madrid.
Vamos a cazar un oso
Join a free children's book reading at Madrid's Mario Vargas Llosa Public Library (Centro). Families will enjoy a bear-themed story in the kids' corner (bebeteca), celebrating children's literature with engaging storytelling.
Lectura: Mayo del cuarenta y cinco
Writer Boti García Rodrigo presents a live reading of Mayo del cuarenta y cinco at the Iván de Vargas Public Library in Madrid. The free event starts at 7:00 PM and features excerpts from the novel plus a short discussion with the author in a historic Centro library.
Fanzine deportivo 'Baraka'
Launch of Baraka, a Madrid football fanzine, at the Ana María Matute public library. The evening features a dialogue between Antonio Valderrama and Ángel del Riego, presenting the first issue and offering a free, independent take on Madrid's myths through zine culture.
Las tertulias de Eirene Editorial: mujeres rurales entre dos siglos
Join Eirene Editorial for a literary discussion at Biblioteca Pública Municipal La Chata (Carabanchel) in Madrid. The session focuses on women in rural life across two centuries, featuring Lola and Feminuca from Lydia Media’s Leche con lentejas.
'La silla de Galdós' con Javier Sierra
Spanish author Javier Sierra presents 'La silla de Galdós' at Madrid's Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías (Casa de Fieras) in El Retiro. The talk delves into the book's historical echoes and literary craft, offering attendees an insider's look at a contemporary Spanish thriller, in a historic library setting.
Una bailarina en el ártico
Charo Aladro presents 'Una bailarina en el Ártico' at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Canillejas as part of the 'Cuentos para crecer' series. This children's reading features 15 illustrated stories for ages 6–9 and includes a QR-coded audiobook, promoting empathy, self-esteem, and emotional literacy in a free library setting.
Encuentro con autora: María Elena Naranjo Montero
An author talk at the Madrid public library featuring María Elena Naranjo Montero as she presents Brilla y crece, Crecimiento personal a través de la cultura del vino, and Cuando me olvidé de mí, por amar. A reflective, accessible literary session exploring self-discovery with free entry until capacity.
Pasito a paso
Pasito a paso, part of the V Ciclo Algarabía at Matadero Madrid, invites young readers and their families to enjoy lively storytelling in a warm, family-friendly setting. A vibrant children's literature program with interactive reading in Madrid's cultural hub.
Asalto a la Lectura: Mamá
Join a family-friendly reading at Centro Cultural Clara del Rey in Madrid, headlined by Carmen García Iglesias as she presents Diario de una mamá. The session joyfully explores motherhood, love, and cultures, including how to say 'te quiero' in Slovenian and Quechua, in an inviting, bilingual-friendly atmosphere.
'Cuaderno de 1977' de Juan Pagán
Juan Pagán presents a literary reading of Cuaderno de 1977 at the Iván de Vargas Public Library in Madrid's Centro. The afternoon event features a close reading with brief author commentary in a welcoming library setting, inviting discussion and discovery among attendees.
Recital poético: La magia de la lengua castellana
Madrid hosts a poetry recital led by Enrique Gallud Jardiel at Centro Cultural La Vaguada. The program traces Spanish poetry from the Middle Ages to the 20th century as poems are recited from memory and briefly explained, offering a vivid journey through literary eras.
Cabinas literarias
An immersive, participatory literary experience connecting you with poetry and prose, part of the En los márgenes: Festival Teatro a Pie de Barrio at Centro Cultural in Madrid. Free entry.
Transoceánica
Transoceánica is a cross-Atlantic tapestry of stories told by Estibi Minguez, weaving generations of migrants—from abuelo to mother to daughters—across the Atlantic with warmth and humor. On Día del Libro night at Centro Cultural Ciudad Pegaso in Madrid, this intimate reading blends tender memory with humor and invites you to travel through shared histories.
Todo lo pierdes: Poem Reading by Isabel Silva Cano
Join a free poetry reading by Isabel Silva Cano at Madrid's Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas (Centro). The event presents her poems in an intimate city-center library setting, ideal for literature lovers and Spanish-language poetry fans.
Lectura saludable: Día del Libro y Día de la Salud
Join a health-themed reading event at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ángel González in Madrid, celebrating Día del Libro and Día de la Salud with curated health-related readings and conversations. This free library program invites the community to explore healthy literature and discuss wellness in a welcoming, family-friendly setting.
III Festival Iberoamericano de poesía - Bajo 35
A poetry workshop in Madrid as part of the III Festival Iberoamericano de poesía Bajo 35 at Nébula Espacio. Paula Melchor leads attendees through turning vivid images into poems, exploring how to hold a fleeting image and transform it into verse in an intimate evening session.
De viernes a abril
Raúl Portero headlines a free reading of 'De viernes a abril' at Madrid's Biblioteca Pública Municipal José Saramago. An intimate, bookish evening in a public library venue (Fuencarral-El Pardo), perfect for adults who love contemporary prose and poetry.
'Roto por la vida', de Francisco José Guillem Lanuza.
A Spanish-language literary reading at Madrid's Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ángel González (Latina), featuring works by Francisco José Guillem Lanuza. The free event invites an intimate evening of prose and reflection inside a historic public library.
Esta no es mi mamá – book presentation
A kid-friendly book presentation at Madrid's María Zambrano Public Library for the illustrated album 'Esta no es mi mamá' by Teresa Cámara Rey and Lina Molina. A gentle, reflective tale about growing up and recognizing changes in a mother's behavior, inviting families to discuss time, emotions, and validation.
Algunos Quijotes fueron nuestros, con Félix Martín Franco
Join a literary talk at Madrid's Biblioteca Pública Municipal José Saramago as Félix Martín Franco explores how Quijotes have shaped modern imagination. A thoughtful, accessible discussion on literary history and cultural impact in a free library setting.
Club de lectura de novela negra
Join the Madrid crime-novel reading club at Centro Cultural San Juan Bautista. On the third Thursday of every month at 7 pm, members discuss crime, mystery and suspense titles; registration is required via email, phone, or in person at the center.
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