Philippine Book Festival 2026: A Thriving Literary Ecosystem

The 4th Philippine Book Festival drew 120,000+ visitors and PHP80M in sales, showcasing Filipino publishing growth, diverse literary offerings, and the 43rd National Book Awards.
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https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/19/philippine-book-festival-2026-industry-growth/

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Thailand’s Bangkok International Book Fair Kicks Off March 26

Southeast Asia's largest book fair returns 26 March–6 April 2026 at Queen Sirikit Centre. Features 1,166+ booths, rights trading, and City Pop theme.
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https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/18/bangkok-international-book-fair-2026-preview/

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Mexico – FILCO 2026: Coyoacán’s Record-Breaking Footfall At The Neighbourhood Fair With International Reach

FILCO 2026 drew 360,000 visitors with 40% sales growth. Lebanon announced as 2027 Guest of Honour. Analysis for publishing professionals.
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https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/18/filco-2026-coyoacan-book-fair-lebanon-2027/

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When Thad McIlroy’s Hamsters Finally Stop Running, What Happens Next?

LBF 2026 was AI's quietest year yet. Thad McIlroy asked what if none of this matters. A Gambian classroom and a pandemic suggest he's closer than he knows.
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https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/17/what-happens-next-lbf-2026-publishing-books-ai/

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Kazakhstan’s Publishing Ambitions: A Strategic Path to Frankfurt’s Guest of Honour Stage

Frankfurt Book Fair Director Juergen Boos discusses Kazakhstan's rising publishing profile and potential Guest of Honor status in exclusive interview with Times of Central Asia.
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https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/17/kazakhstan-frankfurt-book-fair-guest-of-honor-potential/

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Abu Dhabi International Book Fair Postponed Amid Regional Conflict

The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair postpones its 2026 edition due to escalating regional conflict. Publishing professionals await new dates.
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https://thenewpublishingstandard.com/2026/03/14/abu-dhabi-book-fair-postponed-2026/

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Empowering Indie Authors in 2026: Hurdles and Advice From Industry Experts

Strong narratives and belonging help indie authors succeed say industry experts of The Writer’s Scene at the Arizona Author Book Festival.
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https://www.writersdigest.com/empowering-indie-authors-in-2026-hurdles-and-advice-from-industry-experts

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London Book Fair 2026: With a New Director and a Pending Move, the London Book Fair Looks to the Future

Amid all the conversations on tap for this year’s London Book Fair, the future of the event itself will also be a hot topic after fair officials announced plans to move across town to the Excel center in 2027.
The post London Book Fair 2026: With a New Director and a Pending Move, the London Book Fair Looks to the Future appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/london-book-fair-2026-with-a-new-director-and-a-pending-move-the-london-book-fair-looks-to-the-future/

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Publishers See Book Fair Travel Plans Potentially Snarled by Attacks on Iran

The U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran has left travel plans for many traveling in or through the Middle East in jeopardy.
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https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/03/publishers-see-book-fair-travel-plans-potentially-snarled-by-attacks-on-iran/

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