Manila, Philippines - September 2019 - From September 11 to 15, at the "SMX Convention Center" in Manila, the 40th edition of the International Book Fair was held, one of the most awaited for annual events in the Philippines. The "Word & Life Publications", publisher of the Province of the Northern Philippines, took part in the event. In the five days of the fair, "Word & Life" welcomed visitors of all ages to its stand, people who wanted to learn about the activity of this publishing house, which has always been at the service of evangelization and catechesis. "Word & Life", directed by Fr Salvatore Putzu, Salesian, this year also celebrates an important anniversary: 30 years since its foundation.