Crossword Bookstores has once again partnered with the Jaipur Literature Festival 2026 as its Official Bookstore Partner, marking a renewed collaboration as the festival enters its 19th edition. The partnership reinforces Crossword’s long-standing association with literary culture and its commitment to celebrating books, ideas and creative dialogue.

As the official bookstore at the festival, Crossword will curate a dedicated retail experience featuring books by participating authors, festival highlights and timeless literary classics. Festivalgoers can also expect a range of engaging activities, including author signings and reader interactions with noted voices such as Banu Mushtaq, Vir Das, Kiran Desai, Rujuta Diwekar, Javed Akhtar, Gaur Gopal Das and Viswanathan Anand.

Commenting on the association, Aakash Gupta, CEO, Crossword Bookstores, said, “As Jaipur Literature Festival celebrates its 19th edition, we are proud to once again partner with a platform that champions ideas, dialogue, and creativity at a global scale. This collaboration reflects our shared belief in the power of books to inspire conversations and connect cultures.”

The Jaipur Literature Festival 2026 is set to bring together an eclectic mix of award-winning authors, poets, journalists, thinkers and emerging voices from across the world. Staying true to its legacy, the festival will continue to explore contemporary global themes across literature, politics, history, science and culture, complemented by music performances and cultural showcases.

With this partnership, Crossword strengthens its presence at one of India’s most influential cultural gatherings, reaffirming its role as a key enabler of literary engagement and reader discovery. The collaboration aims to enhance the festival experience by bringing authors and readers closer through books and meaningful conversations.