Issue December
Book Fair
The future starts here: international book markets 2068
Dream or nightmare - what does the future hold for the industry? We venture a look ahead and have asked experts from all over the world to describe their future scenarios for their region. 
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Perfect planning: deadlines for the Frankfurt Book Fair 2009
The year is coming to an end, and all around commentators are reviewing the events of 2008. But for those who prefer to look not back but ahead, we have put together the most important details and deadlines for the Frankfurt Book Fair 2009 more...
International Activities
"Spotlight on Rights": KITAB supports rights trade in Abu Dhabi
Exhibitors and trade visitors at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair ADIBF (17 to 22 March 2009) who successfully acquire rights or licences for Arabic titles or translations into Arabic during the fair can apply for subsidies of up to 1,000 US dollars. more...
Translating professionally: the Book Fair's Goldschmidt Programme
Every year and under the guidance of experienced literary translators, young talents from Germany and France can practice the art of translation. The ten candidates for the Book Fair's 2009 sponsorship programme have now been selected. more...
New York, New York: international publishers' trip focusing on non-fiction
For May next year, the Frankfurt Book Fair is organising a publishers' trip to the city that never sleeps. Places are still available. The wide-awake can find more information on the programme and how to register here. more...
ReadOn
Ten years of the German Book Office (GBO) New York
Only three per cent of all titles published in the USA are translations. The German Book Office (GBO) New York has ten years of experience in getting German titles past the US American "hurdle". GBO Director Riky Stock provides valuable insights. more...
Trade Information
International: Dutchman as new IPA president
Herman P. Spruijt not only celebrates his 60th birthday next year, he also takes over as president of the International Publishers Association (IPA). He has been familiar with the publishing industry for many years and with the Association as well. more...
International: Networks across borders - young publishers
Networking is decisive in the book industry too. Be it in the UK or Germany - young people in the business have recognised this and are increasingly pushing for worldwide networks. more...
Germany: Börsenverein goes international
The Basel-based Schwabe AG has long since wanted to join the German Publishers & Booksellers Association - Börsenverein. Now, its wish has come true. As from October, membership in the German Association has been open to foreign companies. more...
Tips & dates
Make a note now: "Hong Kong Antiquarian Bookfair" more...
Register now for the 2009 APE conference more...
Launch of "Europeana" online library more...
Award-winning books and authors more...
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