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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Former Fair Trade Commission Chairman Kim Hyung-bae publishes the 3rd edition of 'Theory and Practice of Fair Trade Law'

Kim Hyung-bae, former chairman of the Fair Trade Commission, has released the third edition of his book reflecting recent changes in fair trade laws and regulations.

Mar 22 • 23:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Elias Hirschl: What power does language have over us?

A discussion at the book fair delves into the absurdity of linguistic philosophy and the complexities of language.

Mar 22 • 14:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: Should We Be So Explicit?

The Leipzig Book Fair has sparked discussions around the controversial remarks of the German Minister of Culture, prompting mixed reactions from attendees.

Mar 22 • 14:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: The Revenge of the Book Industry

The Leipzig Book Fair 2026 witnessed heated political debates with Wolfram Weimer as a controversial figure, reflecting tensions within the book industry.

Mar 22 • 12:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

50 years since the coup d'état: the second edition of the Human Rights Book Fair is held with international guests

The Human Rights Book Fair is taking place at the ex-ESMA in Argentina, featuring over 120 publishers and discussions led by notable authors, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1976 coup.

Mar 20 • 21:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Live Interviews at the Leipzig Book Fair: Voices that Explain Our Present

The Leipzig Book Fair, a massive celebration for readers, features live interviews conducted by Süddeutsche Zeitung with authors discussing their newly released works.

Mar 20 • 17:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: 'Leipzig is not Weimar'

The Leipzig Book Fair 2026 showcases a vibrant atmosphere with a long queue of young attendees, book prizes for stories of escape, and protests against government authority.

Mar 20 • 13:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: Detention in Neon Light

Cultural Minister Wolfram Weimer faces protests at the Leipzig Book Fair as demonstrators track his appearance at a panel discussion.

Mar 20 • 12:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sebastian Guggolz: He gives Wolfram Weimer a good comeback

Sebastian Guggolz strongly criticized Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer at the Leipzig Book Fair, speaking against the involvement of the German constitution protection agency in literature.

Mar 20 • 12:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

At the Leipzig Book Fair: The Most Important Novels of Spring

The article discusses the ten most significant novels of Spring 2026, highlighting their diverse themes including the German reunification, the Carnation Revolution, and interpersonal relationships.

Mar 20 • 08:28 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Weimer: In Leipzig 'you can also be booed'

Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer emphasized the significance of the German National Library during a discussion at the Leipzig Book Fair, expressing hopes for its expansion.

Mar 19 • 21:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Awards: All that glitters is indeed Goldstrand

The Leipzig Book Fair has announced its prestigious awards for fiction, non-fiction, and translations, creating buzz in the literary community.

Mar 19 • 16:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Novel 'Goldstrand': Katerina Poladjan wins the Leipzig Book Fair Prize

Katerina Poladjan has been awarded the Leipzig Book Fair Prize for her novel 'Goldstrand', which takes readers on a journey from Odessa to Bulgaria.

Mar 19 • 16:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Literature: Leipzig Book Fair Prize goes to Katerina Poladjan

Katerina Poladjan wins the Leipzig Book Fair Prize in the fiction category for her work 'Goldstrand'.

Mar 19 • 16:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sebastian Guggolz: "Weimer also discredits us as a Publishers Association"

Sebastian Guggolz discusses the controversial response to Wolfram Weimer at the Leipzig Book Fair, emphasizing the complexity of public opinion and the need for discourse.

Mar 19 • 13:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

At the Leipzig Book Fair: The Most Important Non-Fiction Books of Spring

This article discusses ten must-read non-fiction books debuting this spring in connection with the Leipzig Book Fair.

Mar 19 • 09:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wolfram Weimer Against Everyone: Boo, Boo, Book Fair!

Culture State Minister Wolfram Weimer faces boos during the opening ceremony of the Leipzig Book Fair, highlighting tensions in the cultural sector.

Mar 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wolfram Weimer Against Everyone: Then the Applause Turns into a Boo Storm

Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer faced a harsh reception during the opening ceremony of the Leipzig Book Fair, where attendees booed him.

Mar 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Opening of the Leipzig Book Fair: Don't Count On It

The Leipzig Book Fair inauguration was marked by a vibrant ceremony overshadowed by controversies surrounding Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer, who faced public backlash.

Mar 18 • 23:36 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Book Industry: Twice Good Comic News

The German comic industry celebrates a significant milestone with Barbara Yelin becoming the country's first comic professor, while simultaneously facing challenges as the Swiss comic magazine 'Strapazin' struggles financially, although there is substantial support for its revival.

Mar 18 • 11:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Book Fair and the Legacy of a Splendid Woman

The article reflects on the legacy of María de Villarino, the first and only president of SADE, celebrating her contributions as the Book Fair marks its 50th edition.

Mar 18 • 03:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bahia Book Fair 2026 will feature Julia Quinn, Ailton Krenak, Raphael Montes and more; see attractions

The Bahia Book Fair 2026 will host a variety of notable authors and cultural figures from April 15 to 21 at the Salvador Convention Center.

Mar 17 • 23:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Program cut: Weimer cancels tour at the Leipzig Book Fair

Wolfram Weimer has canceled his scheduled tour at the Leipzig Book Fair due to a debate in the Bundestag.

Mar 17 • 19:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Criticism of the Minister of Culture: Weimer Cancels Tour at Leipzig Book Fair

Germany's Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled his planned tour at the Leipzig Book Fair due to a parliamentary debate, amid growing criticism from the cultural sector.

Mar 17 • 19:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Criticism of the Minister of Culture: Weimer Cancels Tour at the Leipzig Book Fair

Germany's Minister of Culture, Wolfram Weimer, has canceled his tour at the Leipzig Book Fair due to a Bundestag debate, amidst ongoing criticism from the cultural sector.

Mar 17 • 19:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: The War Still Rages Within Him

Miljenko Jergović, a Bosnian author, is awarded the Leipzig Book Prize for European Understanding at the Leipzig Book Fair, highlighting the enduring themes of war in his works.

Mar 17 • 13:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Book Fair: the names of the six winners of the first cultural event fellowship have been announced

Six international editors have been awarded fellowships to participate in the Buenos Aires International Book Fair, designed to enhance international business connections in the publishing industry.

Mar 17 • 11:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

London book fair roundup: Idris Elba’s thriller deal, the rise of romcom, and fights against censorship

The London Book Fair highlighted major publishing trends, including Idris Elba's thriller deal and an increase in romcom popularity.

Mar 16 • 10:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Prison libraries are a right - school libraries should be too say experts

Experts at the London Book Fair argue that while prison and public libraries are considered a right, school libraries should be legally recognized as one to protect freedom of expression for all children.

Mar 13 • 11:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Justinas Vinciūnas Preparing for the Premiere of 'Trukdžio': 'First, I Need to Tire My Mind – Only Then Does Directing Begin'

Justinas Vinciūnas discusses his creative process and the influences of literature on his upcoming theatrical production during the Vilnius Book Fair.

Mar 12 • 11:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Heartstopper author Alice Oseman shares major film and book update amid finale

Alice Oseman provided significant updates regarding the final chapter of the Heartstopper series and the upcoming feature film at the London Book Fair.

Mar 12 • 08:31 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

"Don't Steal this Book": About the Authors' Protest at the London Book Fair Against AI Exploitation of Their Content

Authors at the London Book Fair are protesting against AI companies exploiting their works without permission, with nearly ten thousand writers participating in the 'Don't Steal This Book' initiative.

Mar 11 • 21:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Cultural beacon of the region. The writer Sergio Ramírez nominated the Buenos Aires Book Fair for the Princess of Asturias Award

Nicaraguan writer Sergio Ramírez has nominated the Buenos Aires International Book Fair for the prestigious Princess of Asturias Award in the Communication and Humanities category, highlighting its cultural significance in the region.

Mar 11 • 20:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Bookstore Prize: "We would prefer Mr. Weimer to resign"

Ahead of the Leipzig Book Fair, the Börsenverein demands that Wolfram Weimer retract his exclusion of three winners from the German Bookstore Prize.

Mar 11 • 16:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's ambassador opens Ukrainian stand at London Book Fair

Ukraine's ambassador to the UK inaugurated the Ukrainian stand at the London Book Fair, emphasizing the power of literature and truth amidst the ongoing war.

Mar 11 • 16:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Podcast: 'On Point': Cultural State Minister Weimer: Overwhelmed in His Position

Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled the German Bookstore Prize for 2023 due to a controversy surrounding the exclusion of three nominated bookstores.

Mar 11 • 15:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Cancellation of the Award: Wolfram Weimer's Bookshop Incompetence

Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled a prestigious bookshop award ceremony, citing various difficulties and controversies surrounding his tenure.

Mar 10 • 16:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: Weimer Cancels the Presentation of the Bookstore Prize

Wolfram Weimer, Germany's Minister of Culture, has canceled the presentation of the German Bookstore Prize at the Leipzig Book Fair due to a controversy surrounding the removal of three nominations.

Mar 10 • 12:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: Weimer cancels the awarding of the bookstore prize

Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled the awarding of the German Bookstore Prize at the Leipzig Book Fair due to controversies surrounding the removal of three nominations.

Mar 10 • 11:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Should a novelist and AI co-write the theme text for a book fair?… Netizens debate pros and cons

A heated debate has sparked among netizens regarding the co-authored theme text for the 2026 Seoul International Book Fair, written by novelist Kim Yeon-soo and AI, igniting discussions about the role of AI in literature.

Mar 10 • 06:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

14 Czech Authors and Creators to Present at Leipzig Book Fair

This year, 14 Czech authors will represent their literary works at the Leipzig Book Fair, showcasing the attention Czech literature is receiving in German-speaking countries.

Mar 9 • 16:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greece at the London Book Fair 2026

Greece will participate in the London Book Fair 2026 from March 10 to 12, aiming to strengthen its presence in the global publishing community.

Mar 8 • 11:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cabo Frio writer launches book about Nero at the London Book Fair

Izabelle Valladares, a writer from Cabo Frio, Brazil, is launching her new book at the London Book Fair, which intertwines fiction with historical events of Roman Emperor Nero's reign.

Mar 7 • 21:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Viktorija Jakučinskaitė appeared with her rarely seen daughters: "They gave me a gift"

Designer Viktorija Jakučinskaitė shared a heartwarming moment with her daughters at a book fair in Vilnius, expressing her joy and gratitude for their presence.

Mar 6 • 17:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘If you give me one rice cake, I won’t eat you’ Lee Eok-bae’s ‘Brother and Sister Story’ wins Special Award at Bologna Ragazzi Award

Lee Eok-bae's picture book 'Brother and Sister Story,' based on the traditional Korean tale, has won a Special Award at the Bologna Children's Book Fair.

Mar 6 • 05:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Current Lexicon: What is the German Bookstore Award?

The German Bookstore Award will be held for the eleventh time at the Leipzig Book Fair, recognizing about 100 independent bookstores in Germany.

Mar 5 • 14:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

20th Munich Children's Book Fair: Fantastic Journeys for Young Readers

The 20th Munich Children's Book Fair features around 4,000 children and youth books from 80 publishers, alongside interactive sessions with authors, readings, and workshops from March 7 to 15.

Mar 5 • 13:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Ultramarathon runner A. Sorokinas said several times halfway that this would be his last time

Three Lithuanian endurance athletes discussed their experiences at the Vilnius Book Fair, highlighting their motivation and overcoming challenges in extreme sports.

Mar 5 • 07:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The 26th Book Fair, lasting four days, has concluded in Vilnius: a multitude of firsts and a hint of politics

The major book fair in the Baltic states, the Vilnius Book Fair, attracted 55,000 visitors and featured over 300 participants, highlighting a diverse cultural exchange.

Mar 3 • 10:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The scene at the book fair outraged K. Kukliauskaitė: the answer is with the author herself

The presentation of a northern white-faced owl at the Vilnius book fair raised concerns about the appropriateness of such a setting for a nocturnal predator.

Mar 2 • 17:39 UTC

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