Reading Events "Taoli Has Book Sounds" to Debut in September with 11 Exciting Activities

Taoyuan City Library is set to host the second half of its "2026 Taoyuan Reading Unboxing, Taoli Has Book Sounds" event series, running from September 5 to December 5. This initiative aims to deepen community engagement with literature through a diverse program of 11 distinct activities.

Building on the first half's focus, the latter part of the series expands its scope to explore various facets of Taiwanese culture, craftsmanship, and personal narratives. The program includes six new book sharing sessions, two special projects, two digital reading events, and one lecture. These events are designed to offer readers multiple sensory experiences, incorporating hands-on activities, culinary elements, and cultural immersion alongside literary exploration.

The series kicks off on September 5 with Yang Ting-ya's "Island Artisans," delving into the lives of island craftspeople and their dedication. Subsequent events will feature topics such as the profound connection between humans and the sea in Liao Hong-ji's "Fish Girl," travel, food, and love in Wang Chi-yu's "Snow Rain Kanazawa: They Say Love Is Like a Revolving Sushi," and digital storytelling of love in Wei Ba-MISA's "Borrowing a Sky's Color to Love You."

Further highlights include a sharing session on "The Wine Brewed by the Pandemic" reflecting on reading memories from the COVID-19 era, and Jiang Tai-yu's "It Was These Losses That Saved Me" offering solace. The series also incorporates cultural experiences like a "Woodworking x Tofu Culture Experience Plan" and a "From Sweet Potato to Distilled Liquor: A Cultural Experience of Taiwan's Terroir." The program concludes with a new book sharing by Taiwanese author Chen Ssu-hung, known for his acclaimed novels.