More books, more free: after the controversies, Di Paolo arrives who will take care of the project with Zanchini
The 'Più libri più liberi' fair in Rome will take place from December 4 to December 8, 2026, with Di Paolo announced as a key figure in the project's management alongside Zanchini.
The upcoming 'Più libri più liberi' fair, dedicated to small and medium publishers, will occur in Rome at Nuvola from December 4 to December 8, 2026. Following some controversies surrounding the event, Raffaella De Santis reports that Di Paolo will oversee the project, collaborating with Zanchini. The fair aims to celebrate the independent publishing sector and engage readers in a dynamic literary environment.
In light of recent discussions in the publishing community, the organizer's decision to bring Di Paolo on board suggests a response to past critiques and a commitment to bolstering the event’s credibility and appeal. The fair has been a significant platform for smaller publishers and emerging authors, fostering a diverse literary culture in Italy.
As the organizer prepares for the fair, additional guest names are to be announced soon, hinting at a promising lineup that could attract a wide audience and enhance the fair's prestige. The combination of established and emerging voices in literature could further enhance the fair's role in Italy's vibrant publishing landscape.