The Mallorcan urban music group Fades inaugurated this Friday the 44th edition of the Palma Book Fair with a markedly vindictive opening speech in defense of the Catalan language, local culture, and the role of young creators. The trio, formed by Àngel Exojo, Ferran Pi, and Vicenç Calafell, took advantage of the inaugural event to demand more institutional support for culture made in Catalan and to denounce policies that, in their opinion, contribute to weakening its public presence.

The Palma Book Fair will return this year to Plaça d’Espanya, where from May 29 to June 7 it will bring together 16 bookstores and more than 40 activities in its 44th edition. The program will include literary presentations, workshops, concerts, storytelling, and family activities, with a special focus on local and emerging talent.