A short guide to content, events and meetings, online. Please tick here if you object to our use of your personal data for direct marketing. General information bologna childrens book fair bologna fiere. Each year, bologna fiera hosts approximately 30 exhibitions bologna childrens book fair, cersaie, pharmintech and eima international among others. If youd like to contact any of the publishers or authors directly, simple click the. With over 25,000 visitors and over 1200 exhibitors in 6 halls, it is the place to buy, sell, connect and create all areas of content for children.
The major event for professionals and young book lovers of all kinds. To view the complete details for the book and its publisher or author, simple click details. It received 5% more visitors compared to its predecessor, and 20% more international participants. Bologna children book fair bologna, italy trade show. The bologna childrens book fair is the largest childrens book fair in the world, attracting around 1,200 exhibitors and more than 25,000 visitors from over 90 countries. The book fair is run by reed exhibitions, which runs the london book fair. In 2016 for the very first time more than 40 exhibitors joined the growing community in the opening of hall 32 in april 2016. The bologna childrens book fair is the worlds leading professional event dedicated to the childrens publishing industry attracting over 1,400 exhibitors and. Exhibitor directory 2019 bologna children bookfair. 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. Scbwi bologna book fair the illustrators exhibition. The childrens book fair in bologna is a meeting point for the sectors top professionals involved in creating and publishing childrens books. Member, revisits her previous guide to bcbf for firsttime visitors to the 2019 fair. To all our dear exhibitors, visitors, partners and friends.
This new hall has come from more than 5 years of experience in setting the conversation for new publishing at the heart of the bologna childrens book fair. The 10 best hotels near bologna fair in bologna, italy. We have spent a marvellous few days talking and working together, as we have always done. Attending the bologna childrens book fair andy musser. We understand that international book fairs are an important part of your marketing plan and represent a substantial investment. With over 50 years of experience, more than 30,000 visitors and 1400 exhibitors all strictly professionals bcbf is the worlds premium exchange hub. With over 50 years of experience the fair has succeeded in bringing together a unique and diverse global audience. Bologna childrens book fair 2016 reservation form for. The bologna childrens book fair s official attendance numbers are in. A bologna local assured me that, it will happen when galvani turns the page.
Trade fairs bologna appointments from september 2020. Bologna licensing trade fair continues on sharing the best of its expertise and know how with the international licensing community. If you would like to view any of our illustrators portfolios during the fair please contact pam smy to arrange an appointment. Bologna childrens book fair bologna, italy trade show. Whether it is to see the newest mobile apps or find the best solutions to your ebook and other digital projects youll find them all. Remember to visit the bologna tourism website for ideas and information. The bologna childrens book fair is pleased to introduce to its publisher and literary agent exhibitors and visitors the brand new bcbf global rights exchange gre, which will go live online beginning on may 4, 2020 powered by the international rights platform pubmatch, based in the u. Get ready for a comprehensive program of meetings, debuts, debates, lectures, awards, launches and panels all at the bologna childrens book fair.
The childrens book fair celebrates its 50th anniversary. If, however, you are a little bit scared, but intrigued and determined to see what the bologna book fair is all about, then read on. Clover kids and junior ffa members not meeting the above age requirements may not participate in the youth fair due to the competitive nature of the. Here, you can browse or search all of the combined book exhibit participants in 2017 bologna childrens book fair. We can also arrange additional exhibitor passes, parking permits, stand. Here, you can browse or search all of the combined book exhibit participants in 2018 bologna book fair. Exhibitors must be at least 9 years old as of aug 31, 2017 or 8 years old and in the third grade but no more than 18 years old as of aug 31, 2017, and below college level to be eligible to show. Exhibition calendar with currently 8 trade fairs from september 2020 in bologna. Bcbf is pleased to introduce to its publisher and literary agent exhibitors and. Mar 30, 2020 check out bologna childrens book fair bolognafiere s. Keep in mind that although the fair is four days, the first three days will be the most helpful for you. Apr 07, 2000 the fair attracted 19,000 visitors, with 1,445 exhibitors from 81 countries. Discovering bologna childrens book fair aldus european.
The most common types of trade fairs in bologna are labeling, beauty and advertising. The bologna childrens book fairs official attendance numbers are in. A special edition, full of initiatives at the fair and in the city. Bologna childrens book fair 2021 bologna event info and. Bologna childrens book fair at outskirtspress self publishing. Exhibiting at the bologna childrens book fair means to take part in the first event in the childrens publishing industry, built around all types of content for children. The exhibitors about 1,200 exhibitors coming from 98 countries and 25, 000 international professional trade representatives in 2016. Exhibitors, list of companies at bologna childrens book. This is a freetouse service when looking for companies at bcbf. Consult your ibpa membership benefits handbook for the ibpa discount code. Bologna childrens book fair in bologna stats address. For 4 days bolognafiere hosted professionals from the international childrens publishing business, including illustrators, authors, exhibitors. In its 53rd edition, the fair offered more than 20.
The ma in childrens book illustration will be showcasing a selection of artwork including dummy books and illustrators portfolios. My trip to bologna and most importantly the bologna book fair. Exhibitor directory and list of 129 exhibiting companies participating in 2021 edition of bologna childrens book fair, bologna to be held in april. The leipzig book fair and bologna book fair have been postponed. Every year the pavilions of bolognafiere host exhibitors from. For questions please contact the fair office 9042841615 of. Whether it is to see the newest mobile apps or find the best solutions to your ebook and other digital projects youll find them all here in hall 26. In our 2019 guide for international publishers on china, produced by pixie b ltd for.
Since the first edition in 1963, the bologna childrens book fair has grown in importance. A short guide to content, events and meetings, online from 4 to 7 may 2020 all events can be accessed free of charge. As a selfpublishing childrens book author trying to launch a successful writing career, you cannot afford to miss the bologna book fair. The fair itself is a marketplace for trading rights for publishing and translations. While mainly a convention for publishers to buy and sell book rights, there are many events and resources especially aimed at illustrators. Every year the pavilions of bolognafiere host exhibitors from all over the world and.
Bologna childrens book fair says goodbye for now to the over 60,000 friends who distant but close met this year, not in bologna but for the special online edition. With over 25,000 visitors and over 1200 exhibitors in 6 halls, it is the place to buy, sell, connect and create all areas of. Bcbf online special edition how to get the best out of this online bcbf. In the recent past, on the fourth day, many exhibitors had left, there were no. Find and access information on all the companies registered to attend the fair. With most of their large exhibitors choosing not to attend, reed exhibitions announced on march 3 that they had canceled the london book fair. A 4 days trade show, bologna children book fair is going to be held in bologna, italy from 30 mar 2020 to 02 apr 2020. Even though the scbwi stand wont be back at the bologna book fair until 2018 we are there every other year. The bologna childrens book fair has been rescheduled. She was of course referencing the stone statue in the middle of town, however i long felt this way about ever getting to see the famous childrens book fair.
If youd like to contact any of the publishers or authors directly, simple click the blue inquiry button on the right hand side of the. Our exhibitors come back every year because we provide the perfect platform to engage with customers, build brand awareness, and do business. The next edition of bologna childrens book fair will be staged between the 26th and the 29th of april 2018. Books exhibited at 2017 bologna childrens book fair. Continued growth at the bologna childrens book fair the. Bologna children bookfair bologna childrens book fair. Since 1963, it is held yearly for four days in march or april in bologna, italy. Bologna childrens book fair says goodbye for now to the over 60,000 friends. We will not send you any promotional and other materials upon receiving your request with no charge. Welcome to the bologna childrens book fair global rights exchange. The bologna childrens book fair is the event in the publishing years calendar, built around childrens content today. The entrance to the bologna childrens book fair in 2008 since 1963, it is held yearly for four days in march or april in bologna, italy. The exhibit has been curated by the fair since 1967.
Mar 31, 2017 opportunities offered by the digital, print and media worlds. The bologna childrens book fair 2021 dates, 12 15 april, will bring to bologna fiera close to 1500 exhibitors and 29,000 trade visitors. The bologna childrens book fair illustrators exhibition is an international showcase on display throughout the fair. The fair tends to draw plenty of international attendees, with 90% of exhibitors traveling from outside italy.
With 1,200 exhibitors from over 70 countries, the bologna childrens book fair is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary in the style that has always made it unique. Selected illustrations are published in the illustrators annual shared with exhibitors at the fair and publishers across the globe. Last weeks show drew 26,743 people, putting attendance 2% higher than at last years event. But the big draw are the beautiful illustrated storybooks that generally target kids between 59. Today, the international largescale event welcomes more than 1,200 exhibitors from all over the world 70 to 80 countries, gathered at the bolognafiere, the citys exhibition centre. Event in bologna, italy by bologna childrens book fair on monday, march 26 2018 with k people interested and 153 people going. Since its launch in 2012 this section of the fair has grown dramatically. Contact info for bologna childrens book fair official web site. By arranging exhibition through outskirts press, your book will receive valuable, faceout exposure on an exclusive shelf with 4 other outskirts press titles. The entrance to the bologna childrens book fair in 2008.
The halls offer multipurpose exhibition space, characterised by good visibility and a variety of sizes, in order to match the needs of large, medium and smallscale events alike. The bologna childrens bookfair celebrates its 50th anniversary a special edition, full of initiatives at the fair and in the city. Browse the 2020 property guide, a catalogue including the hottest brands of the moment bologna licensing trade fair webinar, 4 may 2020. Publishers, authors and agents have said childrens book trade personnel may have to choose between the london book fair lbf and the bologna childrens book. 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. Along with the trade fair itself, it includes meetings and talks, cultural events, business training programs, masterclasses and workshops, a special area devoted to digital media, a set of programs for translators, and more. Bologna childrens book fair 2021 bologna books family. Apr 20, 2016 the bologna childrens book fair is an amazing fair showcasing many thousands i dont know how many because they dont publish this information of books for kids everything from baby books to ya novels. The bologna childrens book fair is key international trade fair dedicated to the childrens publishing and multimedia industry. Click on the show or exhibit you are interested in. The bologna childrens book fairs illustrators exhibition. It is the meeting place for all professionals involved with creating and publishing childrens books, and is mainly used for the buying and selling of rights, 2 both for translations and for derived. The bologna childrens book fair features a wide range of events. Lbf, which in recent years has been scheduled in april, made the switch in order to avoid overlapping with bologna, which also usually happens in.
It was not easy, but it was necessary out of respect for our visitors and exhibitors. Listed below are all the competitive exhibits and shows available for the 2020 fair. Information for bologna fiera in italy fair point gmbh. Italian book fair reschedules because of coronavirus forbes. The personal data made available to bolognafiere s.