What's on

LBF holds various conferences during the fair and throughout the year, exploring many different topics such as consumer insight, rights, education and inclusivity in publishing. There's something for everyone. 

The range of topics covered in our Insights Seminar Programme is staggering, with 200+ informative seminars. LBF provides insights into every aspect of the book world, especially the ones that are up and coming, such as our live podcasting theatre, which was new in 2019.

LBF offers prestigious award initiatives. The International Excellence Awards is the comprehensive global offering celebrating excellence outside the UK. Additionally, there are the Trailblazer Awards and the Blog Awards. These culminate in ceremonies during the fair.

LBF has supported many book-related charities for as long as the fair has been running. In 2014, we formalised these initiatives somewhat and invited applications to become the annual priority charity. Royal Voluntary Service is our Charity of the Year for 2021.

The objective of the LBF Market Focus is to put the spotlight on publishing trade links with the country or region that is showcased, highlighting its publishing industry and the opportunities for conducting business with the rest of the world. The London Book Fair is delighted have Sharjah as the Market Focus for 2021.

The UK’s Department for International Trade has overall responsibility for promoting UK trade across the world and attracting foreign investment to our economy. DIT are a specialised government body with responsibility for negotiating international trade policy, supporting business, as well as delivering an outward-looking trade diplomacy strategy. Through the Exporting is GREAT campaign, DIT aims to inspire and support UK businesses to sell their products and services overseas. The site offers real-time global export opportunities, support, guidance and details of DIT's national events programme.