In parallel, bologna licensing trade fair as well awaits all the professional community in 2021. If you would like to view any of our illustrators portfolios during the fair please contact pam smy to arrange an appointment. The fields included in the program of the event are teaching resources, youth books and books for young people. Bologna childrens book fair 2021 bologna event info and hotels. Mar 11, 2020 in parallel, bologna licensing trade fair as well awaits all the professional community in 2021 it is with great sadness that bolognafiere announces the decision to cancel the 57th bologna childrens book fair bcbf. Bologna childrens book fair in 2020 bologna, italy, 04. Literature event in bologna, italy by bologna childrens book fair and bolognafiere on monday, may 4 2020 with 3. In parallel, bologna licensing trade fair as well awaits all the professional community in 2021 it is with great sadness that bolognafiere announces the decision to cancel the 57th bologna childrens book fair bcbf. This is the trade show that should be highlighted in your agenda as it is the most important and influential international event that is dedicated to the childrens publishing and multimedia. By arranging exhibition through outskirts press, your book will receive valuable, faceout exposure on an exclusive shelf with 4 other outskirts press titles.
The organizers of bologna childrens book fair sure do, since theyve been organizing the worlds leading childrens book expo for over half a century. Sep, 2016 illustrators annual 2016 bologna childrens book fair on. As a selfpublishing children s book author trying to launch a successful writing career, you cannot afford to miss the bologna book fair. Childrens publishers say the bologna book fair s postponement until may because of the coronavirus is a real blow but they will find new ways to market their titles to clients in the. Bologna childrens book fair top 5 tips for illustrators. The childrens book fair in bologna is a meeting point for the sectors top professionals involved in creating and publishing childrens books. The publishing event was most recently set to run from may 4 to may 7, after. Bologna childrens book fair 2020 will take place between the 4th and 7th of may at bologna fiera and will continue the tradition of being the most important meeting spot for authors, agents and publishers in the industry by hosting over 1,200 exhibitors from around the world. International publishers association 2010 ipa ftp prize. Edition number one of bologna childrens book fair was placed in year 1964. Mar 11, 2020 the rescheduled bologna childrens book fair has been cancelled following the coronavirus outbreak in italy. Bologna childrens book fair enjoys international attention from every professional in childrens publishing and exhibitors have hopes to network with literary agents, translators, licensors and licensees, illustrators, mobile developers, graphic designers, printers, distributors, audiobook professionals, teachers and librarians. With italy imposing national restrictions in an attempt to contain the coronavirus, the bologna childrens book fair has been cancelled.
A twoyear tour of the 2020 bologna childrens book fair exhibition of illustrations is to follow its initial show in march and april. The bologna childrens book fair is the worlds leading professional event dedicated to the childrens publishing industry attracting over 1,400 exhibitors and. It is with great sadness that we announce our decision to cancel the 57th bologna children s book fair. Lbf moves back to march for 2019 and 2020 the bookseller. Bologna children s book fair and fundacion sm, whose intention is to promote childrens books and reading, have launched in 2009 the international award for illustration bologna children s book fair fundacion sm, designed to discover, encourage and support new talents in illustration. The 57th bologna children s book fair or bcbf is the event that the entire children s publishing world awaits. Take note on the latest publishing trends in childrens literature not just in your region, but in all international markets at bologna childrens book fair. It is with great sadness that bolognafiere announces the decision to cancel the 57th bologna childrens book fair bcbf. Bologna childrens book fair, bologna, italy international publishers. The fair itself is a marketplace for trading rights for publishing and translations. The ma in childrens book illustration will be showcasing a selection of artwork including dummy books and illustrators portfolios. Bologna childrens book fair 2021 bologna event info and.
Bologna childrens book fair announces 2020 exhibition illustrators. As a consequence, bologna licensing trade fair has either been cancelled. Bologna childrens book fair 2020 will take place between the 4th and 7th of may at bologna fiera and will continue the tradition of being the most important. On the occasion of the 29th istanbul book fair, the 2010 ipa freedom to publish prize special award was given to turkish publisher irfan sanc.
Based in bologna fiera, it is held once every year. Mar 09, 2018 dates for 2019s bologna childrens book fair have been confirmed for 25th 28th march 2019 less than two weeks after lbf. Bologna childrens book fair 2020 has been cancelled. The exhibit has been curated by the fair since 1967. The bologna childrens book fair has been entirely called off today in an update from its earlier postponement. The result is the worlds premium exchange hub when it comes to publishing which also extends to current multimedia and licensing businesses for children s stories, illustration, animation and related areas. Illustrators annual 2016 bologna childrens book fair on. Bologna childrens book fair and fundacion sm, whose intention is to promote childrens books and reading, have launched in 2009 the international award for illustration bologna childrens book fair fundacion sm, designed to discover, encourage and support new talents in illustration.
Bologna childrens book fair at outskirtspress self publishing. It is the meeting place for all professionals involved with creating and publishing childrens books. Bologna childrens book fair in italy best hotel rooms. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Bologna, italy trade fairs and congresses taking place. Bologna childrens book fair cancelled for 2020 quill and quire. A great amount of successful projects originate during the book fair in bologna. For more than half a century bologna childrens book fair has been the main location, on a global level, in which to learn about the latest trends in illustration and to discover new talents. The announcement of bolognas postponement now is following the decision of taipei international book exhibition to move its event from its original february 49 dates to the new dates may 712 this year.
Since 1966, the bolognaragazzi award has been among the worlds most highly regarded international prizes in the sector of childrens publishing. Bologna, italy book your hotel rooms for the leading trade fairs sana 2020 bologna 03. Bologna childrens book fair bologna childrens book fair, since 1964. Bologna childrens book fair 2019 reservation form for. To all our dear exhibitors, visitors, partners and friends, it is with great sadness that we announce our decision to cancel the 57 th bologna childrens book fair unfortunately, the spread of the coronavirus epidemic both in italy and internationally has dashed our hopes of holding the fair even on the recently announced rescheduled dates of 47 may. Bologna childrens book fair is a principal event in the paper, book and printing industry. Then uncover the images from our previous showcases here.
The 2020 bologna childrens book fair, which had originally been pushed back from march 30april 2 to may 47, has now been cancelled outright. T oday february 25, as international publishing industry professionals await more details on the news that bologna childrens book fair has postponed its 57th outingoriginally set for march 30 to april 2the london book fair s organizers have issued an overnight statement of assurance to news media that london will go forward on schedule. Bologna goes digital with virtual fair and rights platform. We hereby inform all exhibitors and visitors that due to the covid19 coronavirus emergency bologna childrens book fair has been rescheduled for monday 4 thursday 7 may 2020. Mar 11, 2020 the bologna childrens book fair has been entirely called off today in an update from its earlier postponement.
Significant space and priority is given to the professional category of illustrators, who can find at the fair in bologna and during the international tour during the months that follow, support and encouragement to develop their work and opportunities to meet with other operators in the publishing. The crucial gathering for childrens publishers had been previously rescheduled from march 30 to may 4. If you are looking to keep up with the latest trends in childrens publishing, bologna childrens book fair 2021 is the place to be. In bologna authors, illustrators, literary agents, licensors and licensees, packagers, distributors, printers, booksellers, and librarians meet to sell and buy, find the very best of childrens. Bologna childrens book fair february 6 in 2020 the world of cinema celebrates the 100th birthday of maestro federico fellini, and so we do with the special category of the bolognaragazzi award dedicated to. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Bologna childrens book fair cancelled over coronavirus the. The bologna childrens book fair is a dedicated platform for the childrens publishing and multimedia industry. Bologna childrens book fair hotel booking in italy.
Every year publishers, authors, illustrators, designers and agents gather at the bologna fiera to form partnerships and shape the future of the business. Bologna childrens book fair may 4 may 7 2020 bologna the bologna childrens book fair is the most important international event dedicated to the childrens publishing and multimedia. The only international marketplace exclusively for childrens material. Sharjah international book fair sharjah international book fair. It has succeeded in attracting book professionals and an audience from different corners of the globe, making this event a truly global affair for childrens. A fair which will encompass the entire childrens publishing industry, and will attract close to 30,000 visitors and over 1,800 exhibiting companies with their latest. The bologna children s book fair is an industry leading event that has succeeded in bringing together a unique and diverse global audience thanks to over 50 years experience. The bologna childrens book fair is the most important international event dedicated to the childrens publishing and multimedia industry. The 2019 childrens book fair will be staged from the 1st to the 4th of april.
In over 50 years of its history, the bologna childrens book fair has managed to attract an increasing number of operators, extending the scope of its activities to include the world of digital publishing, apps, animation and licensing, becoming a unique and nottobemissed event, and the world leader in the sector for kids and young adults. As a selfpublishing childrens book author trying to launch a successful writing career, you cannot afford to miss the bologna book fair. Selected illustrations are published in the illustrators annual shared with exhibitors at the fair and publishers across the globe. Bologna childrens book fair in bologna stats address.
The 57th bologna childrens book fair or bcbf is the event that the entire childrens publishing world awaits. Apr 01, 2020 organisers of the bologna childrens book fair bcbf will launch a series of new digital initiatives on 4 may, reports publishers weekly in light of the cancellation of this years fair, organisers have revealed plans for a virtual book fair, including stages and exhibitions, as well as an online platform that will allow opportunities for licensing and other business transactions. Dear friends, we report the official communication from bolognafiere about the 57th edition of the bologna childrens book fair. Bologna childrens book fair bologna 2021 leading international event for childrens content publishers. Full speed ahead t oday february 25, as international publishing industry professionals await more details on the news that bologna childrens book fair has postponed its 57th outingoriginally set for march 30 to april 2the london book fair. Over 1200 exhibitors and nearly 27,000 trade visitors and representatives will attend the expo, according to estimates. The bologna childrens book fair 2021 dates, 12 15 april, will bring to bologna fiera close to 1500 exhibitors and 29,000 trade visitors. Bologna childrens book fair encourages international dialogue and collaboration, and provides an excellent atmosphere for meetings. The bologna childrens book fair is the most important international event dedicated to the children. Every year publishers, authors, illustrators, designers and agents gather at the bologna. Since 1963, it is held yearly for four days in march or april in bologna, italy. The centre of this virtual fair will be bologna childrens book fair global rights exchange, a hub for the exchange of online rights that will remain open throughout the year, created in collaboration with the consolidated pubmatch platform, based in the united states.
Organisers noted that in the years before 2006, london book fair was. Learn more about bologna childrens book fair in bologna, italy and book your hotel accommodation. Bologna childrens book fair announces 2020 exhibition. A highlight of the timehonored gathering of childrens publishers in bologna, italy, the illustrators annual juried every year from the finest art at the showcelebrates debut and storied talent from around the world. Apr 04, 2019 i went to the bologna children book fair to promote my books to different publishers from all over the world. Hotel bookings for bologna childrens book fair 2021 proxpo. Apr 09, 2019 my top 5 maybe a few more because i tend to ramble sorry. Bologna childrens book fair 2020 in bologna hotel booking. Each edition of the international book fair outlines the developments and opportunities in childrens publishing, while enabling participants to form business connections, gain inspiration or present their work. The bologna children s book fair, 55 years of history the bologna childrens book fair is the most important international event dedicated to the children. The bologna children s book fair is a dedicated platform for the children s publishing and multimedia industry. Scbwi will not have a booth at the 2020 bologna book fair, but well be back again in 2022 need to discover more about bologna. In this vlog i explain how the children book fair is structured and tell you what are.
Publishers and illustrators from around the world put the fair on their agenda every year and attend, among other events, bcbfs illustrators exhibition, the popularillustration for children. Important the 2020 edition of bologna childrens book fair is officially cancelled by the organisers due to coronavirus. A program on african innovators in news by porter anderson february 21, 2020 leave a comment the 2020 edition of bologna childrens book fair will feature four of the most visible publishing leaders in todays african markets. The 2019 children s book fair will be staged from the 1st to the 4th of april. Bologna, italy trade fairs and congresses taking place in. The bologna childrens book fair supports various special shows and awards throughout the days of the. The bologna childrens book fair is the most important international event dedicated to childrens publishing. The annual bologna childrens book fair held in bologna, italy, is the perfect literary event for those looking to promote their childrens book. Hotels near bologna childrens book fair 2021 in april. A single notice stands on the bologna childrens book fair home page at this point. We will be releasing further organisational details in a few hours. Over 1200 exhibitors and nearly 27,000 trade visitors and representatives will attend the expo. The bologna childrens book fair is the worlds leading professional event dedicated to the childrens publishing industry attracting over 1,400 exhibitors and around 30,000 visitors from around 80 countries. Over 1,400 exhibitors from 80 countries and 28,000 international publishing industry professionals are expected to attend the 57 th edition of the fair in 2020.
For more than half a century bologna children s book fair has been the main location, on a global level, in which to learn about the latest trends in illustration and to discover new talents. And the company is tweeting the change in english and italian so that world publishing rights directors, illustrators, authors, editors, publishers, vendors, and others can alter travel arrangements. Celebrating debut and storied talent from around the worldtalent poised to engage a whole new generation of book loversthis glorious compendium can be read cover to cover or browsed through at random. It is with great sadness that we announce our decision to cancel the 57 th bologna childrens book fair. The sharjah international book fair sibf is a 10day event and is considered to be the 4th largest fair in the world drawing 2. Significant space and priority is given to the professional category of illustrators, who can find at the fair in bologna and during the international tour during the months that follow, support and encouragement to develop their work. The bologna children s book fair is the most important international event dedicated to the children. But even if a book hadnt come to fruition, the inspiration and knowledge gained by being in the heart of the childrens book world forever changed my outlook and was worth every penny, and even the wringing of hands. Bologna childrens book fair announces 2020 exhibition illustrators in news by porter anderson february 11, 2020 leave a comment a twoyear tour of the 2020 bologna childrens book fair exhibition of illustrations is to follow its initial show in march and april.
In 2005 the bologna childrens book fair and the unesco clearing house for literary translation have launched the first world directory of childrens book translators dedicated to all professionals in childrens publishing. A highlight of the timehonored gathering of childrens publishers in bologna, italy, the illustrators annualjuried every year from the finest art at the showcelebrates debut and storied talent from around the world, the talent that engages a whole new generation of book lovers. A highlight of the timehonored gathering of childrens publishers in bologna, italy, the illustrators annual is juried every year from the finest art at the show. The book fair issued a press release announcing the cancellation, began, it is with great sadness that bolognafiere announces the decision to cancel the 57th bologna children s book fair. For the bologna childrens book fair, for which 90% of exhibitors arrive from abroad, it would have been unthinkable for us to propose an event at which participants would not be able to take part with the necessary peace of mind and in the atmosphere of friendship and collaboration that characterizes this great international community that each year comes together in bologna, he said. Get ready for a comprehensive program of meetings, debuts, debates, lectures, awards, launches and panels all at the bologna childrens book fair.
Bologna s book fair 2021 will be staged between the dates of the 12 th to 15 th of april at bologna fiera. Scbwi bologna book fair the illustrators exhibition. Mar 12, 2020 the wave of literary event postponements and cancellations in response to the spread of covid19 continues. This glorious compendium of 2015s artwork and artist profiles can be read cover to cover or browsed through at. Unfortunately, the spread of the coronavirus epidemic both in italy and internationally has dashed our hopes of holding the fair even on the recently announced rescheduled dates of 47 may. The bologna childrens book fair illustrators exhibition is an international showcase on display throughout the fair.