Economy sharpens focus at FBF

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Fri, 14/10/2011 - 09:30 Delegates have reported an engaged mood at Frankfurt Book Fair 2011, with tough economic conditions fuelling a more focused approach to the fair, plus a flurry of indie business acquisitions. FBF has seen OBrien Press acquiring Brandon Books, Oxbow Books being bought by Casemate, and SelfMadeHero being snapped up by Abrams, with publishers observing that tough market conditions make change more essential. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-10-14 00:00:00 UTC ]

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