Rushdie to discuss freedom of expression at FBF

Salman Rushdie will discuss the significance of freedom of expression for authors and the book industry in his keynote address at the Frankfurt Book Fair this year. A spokesperson for the Frankfurt Book Fair said: “The publication of polemic literature and its consequences affect not just authors but the entire publishing industry. That’s why freedom of expression and boundaries are the key topics at this year’s book fair.” Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2015-09-29 00:00:00 UTC ]

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Latin American Publishers on Children’s Books, and Markets

For a Latin American publisher, it’s harder to enter Spain than the United States, one children's book publisher said at Bogotá's book fair. The post Latin American Publishers on Children’s Books, and Markets appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-05-20 19:58:13 UTC ]
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Italy Prepares To Be Guest of Honor at Warsaw’s Book Fair

The guest of honor at Warsaw International Book Fair this week is Italy, and Italy's publishers have a 200-square-meter pavilion planned. The post Italy Prepares To Be Guest of Honor at Warsaw’s Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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AAP StatShot: US Book Industry Flat in First Quarter

In its look at Q1 2024, the American publishers' StatShot tracking analysis sees children's and YA books under pressure in March. The post AAP StatShot: US Book Industry Flat in First Quarter appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-05-16 18:51:38 UTC ]
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Italy’s Torino Book Fair Reports 220,000+ Visitors

The five-day Torino Book Fair closed on May 13 after hosting some 4,300 professional meetings and the Aficionado Award celebration. The post Italy’s Torino Book Fair Reports 220,000+ Visitors appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Torino’s 2024 Book Fair Expands Its Professional Program

The rights center having opened today (May 8), the Salone Internazionale del Libro di Torino opens its public-facing fair on Thursday (May 9). The post Torino’s 2024 Book Fair Expands Its Professional Program appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Frankfurt Joins European Network for Youth Reading Events and Festivals

A new concerted effort, opened during Bologna Children's Book Fair by the Montreuil Children’s Book Fair, has 15 publishing event producers. The post Frankfurt Joins European Network for Youth Reading Events and Festivals appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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As Bogotá’s Book Fair Closes: Audiobooks and Localization

The key to audiobooks' future in Latin America, some say, is 'localized' dialects — and more enthusiasm from publishers. The post As Bogotá’s Book Fair Closes: Audiobooks and Localization appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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At PubU 2024, IBPA Members Consider Distribution and B&N

This year's Publishing University drew 325 IBPA members who heard a keynote address by speakers from IPG and Barnes & Noble who discussed how publishers can work with each company to obtain optimum results. The conference was held from April 26–27 in Denver. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Met police to pay ‘five-figure sum’ to French publisher arrested under anti-terror laws

Exclusive: Ernest Moret was held en route to a book fair amid fears police are using counter-terrorism powers to target activistsA French publisher who was arrested in London by counter-terror officers has been awarded “substantial” damages by the Metropolitan police, as new figures reveal... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Beijing Book Fair Expects 70 Nations’ Engagement in June

The 2024 Beijing International Book Fair includes a program for international publishers, with applications open until May 10. The post Beijing Book Fair Expects 70 Nations’ Engagement in June appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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World Book Day: EU to Exclude Book Industry from Late Payment Regulations

Publishers and booksellers worked together to secure an exemption from the EU's late payment legislation, a decision that protects the publishing's unique business model. The post World Book Day: EU to Exclude Book Industry from Late Payment Regulations appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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The Best New Book Releases Out April 16, 2024

A memoir of survival by Salman Rushdie, a Japanese thriller/mystery, a tale of four sisters in Ireland, and more round out today's list of new releases. Which ones are you adding to your list? Continue reading at Book Riot

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BISG Looks to the Future at Annual Meeting

A return to doing industry research and broadening the organization's ties to such industry key players as literary agents and authors are part of the Book Industry Study Group's new three-year initiative. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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At Bologna: PublisHer Names Its Inaugural Excellence Award Winners

Shirley Yvonne Carby, Mitia Osman Tisma, and Anne Friebel win the inaugural PublisHer Excellence Awards at Bologna Children's Book Fair. The post At Bologna: PublisHer Names Its Inaugural Excellence Award Winners appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Bologna 2024: War Leaves a Mark

As expected, this year’s Bologna Children’s Book Fair is itself touched by and reflective of the global political scene, particularly the wars in the Middle East and in Ukraine. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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At Bologna: PublisHer’s Excellence Awards and Panel Discussions

Returning this year to Bologna Children's Book Fair, PublisHer names its award winners and offers a daily panel discussion and networking. The post At Bologna: PublisHer’s Excellence Awards and Panel Discussions appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Antiquarian Book Fair: From Sylvia Plath’s Papers to Vintage Matchbooks

This year’s New York International Antiquarian Book Fair features plenty of quirky items amid the high-ticket treasures. (Poison books, anyone?) Continue reading at The New York Times

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The Best Book Club Books Out in April

The best book club books out this month are by Leigh Bardugo, Salman Rushdie, Alice Wong, Emily Henry, and others. Which ones do you most want to discuss? Continue reading at Book Riot

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17 New Books to Read in April: Salman Rushdie, Emily Henry and More

New novels from Emily Henry, Jo Piazza and Rachel Khong; a history of five ballerinas at the Dance Theater of Harlem; Salman Rushdie’s memoir and more. Continue reading at The New York Times

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China’s Book Industry in 2023: Back in the Black

The Chinese book market in 2023 went from negative to positive in its growth metrics, thanks in part to a fast rise in short-video book promotion. The post China’s Book Industry in 2023: Back in the Black appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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