Durango book fair The first Durangoko euskal Liburu eta Disko Azoka was held in 1965. It was one of the first events organised by the recently founded Gerediaga Elkartea. Under the Franco dictatorship, the fair had one main objective: to publicise the literary and record production of the Basque Country. In addition, Gerediaga Elkartea strove to ensure that during those days Durango became a meeting place for the different sectors of Basque cultural activity. Durango, little by little, beyond books and records, has become a meeting place for the different agents of Basque culture. [...]

Ljubljana book fair Over 20 editorials from all over Europe gathered for a B2B meeting as part of the Ljubljana Book Fair, a celebration that coincided with the beloved tradition of Book Day. This unique convergence of business and culture highlighted the enduring importance of books and the collaborative spirit that drives the publishing industry. The B2B meeting in Ljubljana brought together a range of publishers, editors, and literary agents from across Europe. This event served as a ground for networking, knowledge exchange, and strengthening new partnerships. Participants had the opportunity to discuss current trends, explore potential collaborations, and [...]

Galeusca Plus The Galeusca Plus event is a biannual meeting of publishers from Basque Country, Galicia, Catalonia and Valencia in which, EDITOREAK organises a B2B publishers forum discussion for exchange of knowledge and experiences to expand the business possibilities of small and independent publishers.

KROKODIL FESTIVAL The 16th Belgrade International Book Festival was the environment chosen to celebrate our LIT-UP authors and editors B2B meetings, among other international activities. From June 21st to 23rd, 2024, authors and editors from LIT-UP project partners gathered at the Krokodil Festival in Belgrade to support this market of minority languages. LIT-UP facilitated valuable B2B meetings on Friday, June 21st, offering a dedicated space for them to connect and explore market opportunities. This facilitated networking helped bridge the gap between creators and publishers, potentially fostering future collaborations and publications. Beyond the Meetings: A Festival Filled [...]

Turin Book Fair Within the framework of the Turin Book Fair, ILV organized a B2B meeting between publishers from the partner countries and facilitated meetings with other publishers present at the Fair. LIT-UP editors actively participated in the event's offerings, attending two insightful workshops. The first, titled "A ROAD MAP FOR YOUR TRIP TO AN INTERNATIONAL BOOKFAIR: Tips and Tricks for Successful Participation," provided valuable guidance on navigating and maximizing the benefits of attending international book fairs. This workshop likely covered topics like booth setup, networking strategies, and deal negotiation tactics, providing LIT-UP editors with the knowledge to ensure [...]

Literary festival Meet me at the Lighthouse The enchanting island of Schiermonnikoog hosted the Meet me at the Lighthouse (MMATL) festival once again! From November 9th to 12th, 2023, the festival offered a unique experience for literature enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Literary figures like author and journalist Adriaan van Dis, philosopher and writer Eva Meijer, poet Myron Hamming, and writer-gardener Mariken Heitman are just a few of the distinguished names gracing the program. But MMATL 2023 had something even more exciting in store for LIT-UP editors and publishers! Building upon the success of its first workshop held at [...]