Bologna Children's Book Fair

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In collaboration w/ @unpublications, we present the "Turning the Page on Change" exhibition. 173 illustrated books from around the world explore the #GlobalGoals through powerful storytelling, artistic excellence and cultural diversity. Plan your visit: un.org/visit

Our #BolognaGrandTour concludes in New York 🇺🇸 From February 20th, we’ll be at the headquarters of @UN with a special exhibition dedicated to children’s books and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. An exciting final stop with a project we’re especially proud of 💖 #bcbf26

The 2026 #BOP - Bologna Prize for the Best Children’s Publishers of the Year shortlist is here! Publishers from six regions have selected the very best in children’s publishing worldwide. The winners will be announced at #BCBF26 👑 👉 bit.ly/BOP26SL

La @BoChildrensBook ha annunciato le opere vincitrici della Mostra Illustratori: 75 set di illustrazioni, opera di 75 autori e autrici da 31 Paesi e regioni del mondo, che verranno esposti in fiera dal 13 al 16 aprile 2026. Tra questi, sei dall'Italia.👇 giornaledellalibreria.it/news/fiere-e-s…

Hello Nuremberg 🇩🇪 The #GrandTour continues at #Spielwarenmesse with a new publishing × toys collaboration and a panel on stories across media on 30 Jan, 10:30. More info: bit.ly/GT26_SM #BCBF26

Just a week left to submit nominations for the Accessible Books Consortium International Excellence Award 2026 🏆 ➡️ Help shine a light on publishers and initiatives working to increase the availability of digital books for persons : ow.ly/zi1H50XHjEj

The time has come. Meet the 2026 #IllustratorsExhibition finalists: bit.ly/IE26Winners #bolognachildrensbookfair #BCBF26

BCBF prep starts now and yes, tickets are on the list! Buy yours by 15/02 to get the discounted rate and start planning your visit. Head to the website (or check out our stories) for all the details: bit.ly/BCBF-Tickets #BCBF26 #BBPlus26 #BLTFK26

The numbers are in! From 4,158 illustrators and 20,790 submissions across 95 countries and regions, the 2026 #IllustratorsExhibition finalists have been selected. Discover the full list on our website: bit.ly/FinalistsIE26

🎄We’re taking a short break to recharge, get inspired and start shaping what’s next for 2026. Warm holiday wishes from all of us at BCBF, @bolognabookplus and the Bologna Licensing Trade Fair/Kids ✨📚 #BCBF26 #BBPlus26 #BLTFK26 @BolognaFiere

Open for nominations: Accessible Books Consortium International Excellence Award 2026 🏆 The award recognizes publishers and initiatives advancing access to digital books and publications for persons who are blind, visually impaired or print-disabled. Winners are invited to the awards ceremony and gain international visibility for their work. 🔗 ow.ly/P9Tx50XrKCw

Next stop on our Grand Tour: Mexico!🇲🇽 From 29 Nov to 3 Dec, BCBF lands at @FILGuadalajara with exhibitions, workshops, portfolio reviews + panels on illustration, censorship, agents & the future of children’s books, all leading to #BCBF26. More info here bit.ly/GT25_FIL

The next Grand Tour stop is a special one: we’re heading to #CCBF in Shanghai, where we don’t just exhibit… we co-organise! 🇨🇳 Expect exhibitions, business lounges, global guests and a spotlight on Norway, Guest of Honour at #BCBF26. More info here: bit.ly/GT25_CCBF

Next stop: Frankfurt! 🚀 From 15–19 October we’ll be at @Book_Fair with previews of #BCBF26, the stunning books of IBBY Italia Choice & much more. More info here:👉 bit.ly/GT25_buchmesse #bolognachildrensbookfair

Norway takes the stage as Guest of Honour at the @BoChildrensBook in April 2026. We are now proud to announce the participants in our Illustrators Exhibition, a prestigious showcase celebrating artistic excellence from Norway! 🎨 norla.info/Illustrators20… #NorwegianKidLit

Calling Irish publishers and resource organisations - @culture_ireland and @kidsbooksirel are looking for you to join them at @BoChildrensBook! 📅April 13-16, 2026 For more information: cultureireland.ie/ireland-at-the…

BCBF lands in Toulouse for #CartoonForum (15–18 Sept)! We’re joining as an official partner, spotlighting our TV/Film Rights Centre and leading a delegation of Italian publishers. Further info here: bolognachildrensbookfair.com/media/libro/pr…

Across countries, across industries, beyond the book: that’s the journey of #BCBF. Thanks to @euroanimationj for this inspiring interview with Elena Pasoli on how the fair is building bridges between publishing, audiovisual and licensing worldwide. 🔗issuu.com/bmsrl/docs/eaj…

BolognaFiere China’s ‘Shanghai Illustration and Pop Show’ | @Porter_Anderson publishingperspectives.com/2025/09/bologn… @BoChildrensBook #BCBF25 @ccbookfair #CCBF25 @BolognaFiere | A new undertaking in illustration—BolognaFiere China aims to expand the sphere of world book fairs and trade shows.