Author Abere Shiferaw launched his new short story collection, የዕድሜ ገበያ (Age Market), in Addis Ababa on Saturday, July 18, 2026 drawing readers and guests to a literary evening marked by storytelling, music and informal discussion.
The launch took place at the Urban Center in Meskel Square, where the event combined the book introduction with coffee, snacks, games and entertainment in a relaxed cultural setting. Organizers described the gathering as an evening meant to celebrate literature while bringing readers closer to the author’s new work.
የዕድሜ ገበያ is presented as a collection of short stories that explores deep social realities. The book’s title, which translates literally as “Age Market,” suggests themes centered on the human experience, social change and the pressures of everyday life.
The launch comes as local literary events continue to play a growing role in promoting Ethiopian writing and creating public spaces for conversation around culture and society. Such gatherings often serve not only as book promotions but also as opportunities to connect authors with readers and to highlight new voices in contemporary literature.
The event poster featured the book cover, the author’s portrait and selected text, signaling a work positioned around reflection and social observation. With its mix of literature and community engagement, the launch offered a platform for both creative expression and public conversation.
Abere’s new collection enters a literary landscape where short fiction remains an important form for examining social issues in concise and powerful ways. The launch was attended with enthusiasm, according to the announcement, and was presented as a special evening for those interested in books, ideas and artistic exchange.
The new launch also follows the earlier release of Abere Shiferaw’s first book, የበርበሬ ዐውሎ ነፋስ (Chili Peppers Cyclone), which was officially unveiled exactly last year in July 2025, at Walya Publishing House.
