London Book Fair’s International Excellence Awards: Deadline Friday

In last year's International Excellence Awards, Europe and Asia were prominent among winners, with Bonnier taking the inclusivity prize. The post London Book Fair’s International Excellence Awards: Deadline Friday appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

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Baltic Crossroads at London Book Fair: Writers from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania

'We are a little isolationist,' Ivars Ījabs says to fellow from the Baltics in a session of constructive candor on 'the paradox of the open culture' at London Book Fair. The post Baltic Crossroads at London Book Fair: Writers from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania appeared first on Publishing... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Chloé Esposito 'bad twin' trilogy bags over £2m at London book fair

Thriller series Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know sets publishing showcase buzzing, but there’s cash left for a novel from Bake Off’s Nadiya Hussain, a Little Prince sequel and a pride of literary lionsWest London has been filled in the past week with publishers offering first hints about new books... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Rights Rising in the Spanish Language: ‘A Universe in Itself’ at London Book Fair

Foreign rights buyers are turning their attention to the language of Borges and Bolaño — At last! say agents and publishers. The post Rights Rising in the Spanish Language: ‘A Universe in Itself’ at London Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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‘The Wisdom of the Crowds’ at London Book Fair

How pure a play is crowdfunding? As Unbound's John Mitchinson says, "We still decide" which books are taken forward. And #LBF16-goers crowded a session on it. The post ‘The Wisdom of the Crowds’ at London Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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At London Book Fair Thursday: Kalimat & Quarto Announce Joint Imprint

Telling Publishing Perspectives about her 'good, great partnership' with London's Quarto, Sharjah's Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi announces that Kalimat Quarto will begin distribution in early 2017. The post At London Book Fair Thursday: Kalimat & Quarto Announce Joint Imprint appeared first... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair 2016: Librarians Respond to Hachette CEO's IPA Speech

The International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) is pushing back against Hachette CEO Arnaud Nourry's suggestion that proposed "vast exceptions to copyright law for libraries," would devastate European publishers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Readings Carlton crowned the world's best bookstore at the London Book Fair

Forget your Foyles of London or that Barnes & Noble on New York's Union Square, the top shop sits on Lygon Street, Melbourne. Continue reading at The Sydney Morning Herald

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London Book Fair 2016: Meet the Woman Who Could Revolutionize Indian Publishing

Chiki Sarkar, the former publisher of Penguin Random House India, is launching Juggernaut Books this month. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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At London Book Fair: AmazonCrossing in Translation Expansion

With a sharp eye for languages 'under-represented in translation' and a huge response to its call at Frankfurt Book Fair for submissions, AmazonCrossing, the new leader in translation publication, arrives at London Book Fair in rapid expansion. The post At London Book Fair: AmazonCrossing in... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair 2016: LBF Opens with Wind at Publishers' Backs

After years of sales declines in the U.K., the London Book Fair opened Tuesday with U.K. sales on the rise. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Quantum’s Quandary: London Book Fair’s Careful Conference

In a day of congenial panel discussions and reassuring pep talks, London Book Fair's Quantum Conference threw an amber-warm light on tricky times for publishing. The post Quantum’s Quandary: London Book Fair’s Careful Conference appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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At London Book Fair: The Unfunny Plight of Women in Comics

Tuesday, April 12, at #LBF16 in Olympia London's National Hall Gallery: "Women in Comics: Is the Graphic Novel Industry Failing To Recognise Female Creators?" The post At London Book Fair: The Unfunny Plight of Women in Comics appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Digital 2016: The Markets to Open 2016 Frankfurt Book Fair

Last year the Frankfurt Book Fair and Publishing Perspectives launched a new conference, the Markets: Global Publishing Summit. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Exploring the Role and Craft of Translation at London Book Fair

"Reflecting the sector's growing significance," translation and the work of translators have a strong presence in 2016 London Book Fair programming. The post Exploring the Role and Craft of Translation at London Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair 2016: Hachette CEO Presses Chinese Publishers, Blasts EU Copyright Proposals

Hachette CEO Arnaud Nourry said defeating the European Commission's copyright proposals should be the IPA's "number one" goal. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Jacks Thomas: A Few Words With London Book Fair’s Director

'My personal highlight will be meeting the amazing Judith Kerr,' Jacks Thomas tell us in a pre-London Book Fair chat. She's readying, again, 'a global platform' for the books industry. The post Jacks Thomas: A Few Words With London Book Fair’s Director appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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My Job In 5; Helen Clifford, Marketing Manager, The London Book Fair

This week in honour of The Bookseller magazine's London Book Fair special in print, and with it being a week before the fair itself, I thought it would be great to interview LBF's marketing manager Helen Clifford on what her job entails and her advice to those looking to get a job in books. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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China leads LBF International Excellence Awards nominations

China leads the nominations for the London Book Fair International Excellence Awards 2016 with five nominations, while the USA and Australia are "not far behind" with four each. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Sharjah Hosts Its 34th International Book Fair

This year's Sharjah International Book Fair, now in its 34th year, was the largest ever drawing 1,547 participating publishers from 64 countries. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Camels, Falcons, Oh My! Entertainment at the Sharjah International Book Fair

The Sharjah International Book Fair kept international delegates entertained with a visit to an oasis, camel rides and 'falcon petting.' The post Camels, Falcons, Oh My! Entertainment at the Sharjah International Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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