Karya Raya 2026

Every year, thousands of young creators write and illustrate their own books and Karya Raya is where their stories come to life.

Join Karya Raya

What You’ll Experience

Thousands of original books written and illustrated by children

A colorful exhibition filled with imagination and confidence

Storytelling shows, performances, and creative workshops for kids and families

A warm family experience connecting creativity, confidence, and community

Complete Kit

Unlock your creativity with the complete book-making kit from Book A Book! Craft your unique story, write, and illustrate it in high- quality hardcover format from Book A Book. Share your creation with the world through our Karya Raya exhibition and Book A Book By Me website.

Here's what you'll receive in the
By Me Complete Kit:
• 1 creativity journal
• 1 tutorial book
• 1 pack of 12 washable markers from Book A Book
• 1 set of story template sheets
• 1 set of story prompt sheets
• 1 set including a pencil, pencil sharpener, art stencil, ruler, and eraser

Additionally, the kit includes:
• 1 completed book in high-quality hardcover finish
• Entry to the Karya Raya exhibition at the Jakarta Public Library (PerpusJKT).

Basic Kit

Unlock your creativity with the complete book-making kit from Book A Book! Craft your unique story, write, and illustrate it in high-quality hardcover format from Book A Book. Share your creation with the world through our Karya Raya exhibition and Book A Book By Me website.

Here’s what you’ll receive in the By Me Basic Kit:
• 1 set of story template sheets
• 1 tutorial book
• 1 completed book in high-quality hardcover finish
• Entry to the Karya Raya exhibition at the Jakarta Public Library (PerpusJKT).