ZenFlip Weekly Publisher Insider #3

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Bogota's 38th FILBo fair opened with India as Guest of Honor. Rabat, Morocco, celebrated its status as the 2026 World Book Capital. Trade updates confirmed the Abu Dhabi Book Fair’s strategic move to a September 13–18 autumn schedule.

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1. The 38th Bogota International Book Fair (FILBo) remains the week's most significant ongoing event. Running from April 21 to May 4, 2026, the fair has transformed the Colombian capital into a literary p. 4
2. This year, FILBo proudly celebrates the literature and culture of India as its Guest of Honor, bringing a rich tapestry of South Asian narratives to the heart of the Spanish- speaking world.p. 4
3. April 23, 2026, marked the 32nd global celebration of World Book and Copyright Day. This year's World Book Capital is Rabat, Morocco.p. 5
4. The city launched its "Rabat: The Written City" program this week, with key initiatives including the digitization of ancient manuscripts from the Al- Qarawiyyin Library and a citywide "Books in the Sp. 5
5. One of the most discussed trade updates this week was the finalization of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) schedule.p. 7
6. Traditionally a spring event, the 35th edition has been officially moved to September 13–18, 2026. By moving to September, ADIBF avoids the crowded spring window and positions itself as the primary aup. 7