Bologna Children's Book Fair 2021

If you are looking to keep up with the latest trends in children’s publishing, Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2021 is the place to be. Unfortunately, the restrictions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic have led to the cancellation of the fair’s dates for the second year in a row. Instead the Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2021 dates - 14 to 17 June - and the accompanying Bologna Licensing Trade Fair and BolognaBookPlus events will be held in a digital-only format.

Every year publishers, authors, illustrators, designers and agents gather at the Bologna Fiera to form partnerships and shape the future of the business. With children remaining the largest reader group, BCBF is a must-attend for everyone in the industry. From marketing strategies, through illustration techniques and digital technologies, to the latest content trends, the programme of the fair includes meetings and discussions on all topics of interest.

Supporting events that seek to drive the sector’s future at BCBF include the Flagship Conferences, where renowned industry figures and insiders discuss major issues and the hottest topics. The “BCBF visual identity workshop”, which has been part of the fair for its past few editions, is an excellent opportunity for growth and professional advancement, with its selection of a newcomer artist to design the BCBF’s visual identity for the following year.