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Poet Hữu Thỉnh releases book to honour soldiers, wounded servicemen

Saturday, Jul 04, 2026

Renowned poet Hữu Thỉnh has released his debut novel, Thép Dưới Cỏ (Steel Beneath the Grass), as a tribute to readers and a heartfelt gift to the soldiers who rested forever in the embrace of the motherland, as well as...

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Bilingual book, exhibition honour Hồ Chí Minh’s legacy

Tuesday, Jun 02, 2026

A Vietnamese-Russian bilingual book titled “Nguyễn Ái Quốc – Hồ Chí Minh and Russia” was launched in Hanoi on June 1 alongside a photo exhibition featuring 115 images of President Hồ Chí Minh''s activities at the Presidential Palace.

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Artbook released to tell story of a 'superman' overcoming life challenges

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The highlight was the launch of the art book by co-writers Bùi Mạnh Hà and Lê Thị Minh Nguyệt with illustrations by Funtikid and published by Hà Nội Publishing House.

News

Human library tells stories of Southern land

Thursday, Apr 23, 2026

The Nguyễn An Ninh Digital Library, specialising in southern documents, has launched a Human Library project telling stories of the Southern land at the HCM City Book Street on Wednesday.

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Books turn over a new leaf in Hà Nội’s digital age

Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026

The annual programme aims to promote reading habits and highlight the role of books in modern society. It also reflects efforts to connect traditional reading culture with digital transformation.

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Book and Reading Culture Day connects knowledge, spreads reading culture in the digital age

Thursday, Apr 16, 2026

At the event, speakers and young people will discuss new reading trends, as well as how to choose appropriate books and knowledge sources in a context of increasingly diverse and abundant information.

Travel

From Everest to inner journeys: Nguyễn Mạnh Duy’s Himalayan story

Sunday, Apr 12, 2026

Việt Nam News and Law reporter Lê Hương speaks with Nguyễn Mạnh Duy, who has conquered three Himalayan mountains over 8,000 metres high, including Everest, about his new book.

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Turning the page on history at the National Book Awards

Monday, Mar 09, 2026

This is a significant cultural event that honours books and publication series distinguished by outstanding intellectual, informative, and aesthetic value those that have wide-reaching influence and a positive impact on social life.

Entertainment

Books of President Hồ Chí Minh reprinted for 14th National Party Congress

Monday, Jan 19, 2026

The books are authentic documents that embody profound theoretical and practical values, affirming the great stature of President Hồ Chí Minh as inseparably linked to the nation’s destiny.

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VNA Publishing House releases photo books to celebrate 14th National Party Congress

Friday, Jan 16, 2026

The three publications take readers on a journey across the beautiful land of Việt Nam and mark the achievements of the nation under the leadership of the Party and commemorate the 14th NPC on January 19, 2026.

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Night tour at Temple of Literature offers fresh cultural experience

Saturday, Jan 03, 2026

Organised by the Temple of Literature-Quốc Tử Giám Cultural and Scientific Activities Centre to welcome the 2026 New Year, the programme blends traditional Vietnamese music with the site’s architectural and historical setting, creating an immersive heritage experience after dark.

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Two Vietnamese writers honoured with S.E.A. Write Award

Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025

The S.E.A. Write Award has become a cherished tradition that celebrates exceptional literary voices and works reflecting the depth of the human experience, helping to enrich the spiritual life and fostering a shared cultural voice across ASEAN.

Entertainment

Book detaling historic development of relations between Việt Nam–Cuba launched in Hà Nội

Thursday, Nov 13, 2025

The book, entitled "65 Years of Fostering the Exemplary and Loyal Friendship between Việt Nam and Cuba", was jointly compiled and published by the Sư Thật (Truth) National Political Publishing House and the Embassy of Cuba in Việt Nam.

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The history of Sài Gòn – HCM City told through its rivers

Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025

The book not only evokes urban memories but also reflects the hopes that residents place in the future of the city. It combines rich textual and visual documentation with unique current events.

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Novels reflecting different fields of life honoured with prizes

Friday, Oct 10, 2025

Best works were honoured while authors received awards of the first Novel Writing Competition on October 10 in Hà Nội.