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Sep 2, 2026 | Audible, Audiobooks
Bonnier’s Nextory Deal Isn’t a Subscriber Story — It’s a Vertical Integration...
by Mark Williams | Sep 11, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 |
As for “private institutions are strongly urged”, what an admission of failure. Private schools will use the best content available, because paying parents demand excellence, not administrative convenience. Per...
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Sep 4, 2026 | Book Fairs, Iraq, MENA publishing, Middle East | 2 |
The 27th Baghdad International Book Fair draws 600+ publishers, Oman as guest of honour and strong Iraqi demand—key insights for global publishing professionals on markets, culture and opportunities.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Sep 2, 2026 | Audible, Audiobooks | 2 |
Bonnier’s Nextory Deal Isn’t a Subscriber Story — It’s a Vertical Integration...
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Sep 2, 2026 | The New Publishing Standard | 0 |
I used to say that my life in The Gambia was the two week holiday in paradise that never ends. Nowadays it’s more being the proverbial frog in the pot of water on the stove.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 30, 2026 | Africa, Nigeria | 0 |
The NPA challenges NERDC’s compulsory textbook ranking fees in Federal High Court, questioning statutory authority and the legality of retroactive compliance costs.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 28, 2026 | Africa, Awards, Poetry | 0 |
Three poets — James Ngwu Eze, Ogaga Ifowodo and Tares Oburumu — shortlisted for the $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature 2026 poetry cycle after 223 entries.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 26, 2026 | Europe, Moldova | 0 |
Moldova’s Ministry of Culture opens 2027 translation funding for foreign publishers. Apply by 26 Oct for up to MDL 300,000 to publish Moldovan literature abroad.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 26, 2026 | Bangladesh, Book Fairs, South Asia | 0 |
Amar Ekushey Book Fair sales plunged to Tk 17 crore in 2026 amid inflation, piracy and digital shifts. Publishing professionals examine structural challenges and recovery paths in Bangladesh’s creative book market.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 26, 2026 | AI, S.E. Asia, Vietnam | 0 |
Vietnam’s amended Publishing Law, effective March 2027, introduces strict AI labelling, robust digital copyright safeguards, and streamlined administration.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 26, 2026 | Arab publishing, Book Fairs, Turkey | 0 |
The 11th International Istanbul Arabic Book Fair closes with 140,000–150,000 visitors, Syria as guest of honour, and 300+ publishers from 30 countries.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 26, 2026 | Book Fairs, S.E. Asia, Singapore | 0 |
Singapore’s first Indie Bookshop Day unites 20 independents for community-focused events, drawing on UK and US models. Insights for publishers on supporting local booksellers.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 25, 2026 | Book Fairs, Europe, Montenegro | 0 |
The tenth “In Cyrillic” Festival opens in Budva’s Old Town, offering literature, theatre, music and heritage programmes that affirm the living strength of the Cyrillic script.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 24, 2026 | Africa, Book Fairs, Ghana | 0 |
Ghana International Book Fair director Yvonne Bossman urges reading as a national development priority at the 23rd edition launch, highlighting youth literacy initiatives and industry growth.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 24, 2026 | S.E. Asia, Vietnam | 0 |
Ho Chi Minh City’s publishing and distribution sector posted nearly VND3 trillion in H1 2026 revenue. Key figures, challenges and national context for industry professionals.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 24, 2026 | Book Fairs, Caribbean, Cuba | 0 |
The 34th Havana International Book Fair’s capital stage ends with over 95,000 books sold, Russia as guest of honour and a national tour ahead, despite economic pressures.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 21, 2026 | Arab publishing, Book Fairs, United Arab Emirates | 0 |
Applications open for 15th Sharjah Publishers Conference, 1–3 November 2026. Focus on translation, rights trading, and the $300k SIBF Translation Grant.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 18, 2026 | Africa, Book Fairs, Togo | 0 |
SALIJEL 2026 gathers 30 exhibitors in Lomé from 14–17 October to strengthen West African children’s publishing and professional networks.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 16, 2026 | AI, Publishing Controversies | 1 |
A sharp look at AI slop detection on LinkedIn, why watermarks miss the point, and how false flags hurt global authors.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 15, 2026 | Book Fairs, Philippines, S.E. Asia | 0 |
The Philippine Readers & Writers Festival returns August 14–16 with a historic Komikon partnership, 40+ events, and industry programming for authors, illustrators, and publishers.
Read Moreby Mark Williams | Aug 15, 2026 | Arab publishing, Book Fairs, Turkey | 0 |
The 11th Istanbul International Arabic Book Fair opens 15 August 2026 with 300 publishers from 30 countries, cementing its status as the largest Arabic book fair outside the Arab world.
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