the london book fair
10–12 March 2026
Olympia London
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We are aware of fraudulent emails circulating that claim to be related to the London Book Fair Writers’ Summit. 

All legitimate emails from the London Book Fair or RX Global will only be sent from official addresses like [email protected]

Please note that marketing emails for the Writers’ Summit will never reference your individual book or title. The only way to register for the Writers' Summit is via www.londonbookfair.co.uk . No other parties are involved in the sale of tickets. 

If you believe you have received a scam email or are unsure about the communication you have received, please contact LBF Customer Services as soon as possible.

The London Book Fair Awards

The London Book Fair believes in celebrating industry professionals and their outstanding achievements.

Every year, we host our Trailblazer Awards to recognise and celebrate those who are taking the industry by storm, and honour an inspiring individual who has made a mark in the publishing world, with The London Book Fair Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Trailblazer Awards

The Trailblazer Awards celebrate professionals who have demonstrated creativity and innovation, and have achieved notable accomplishments in the book industry. Nominees should be in their first 10 years of working in the industry, have demonstrated the ability to inspire others, and have had a positive impact.

The awards are run by LBF in partnership with the Publishers Association, supported by the Society of Young Publishers and BookBrunch.

Submissions are now open for 2026 and will close February 6th 2026.

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The London Book Fair Lifetime Achievement Award

The London Book Fair Lifetime Achievement Award recognises an individual who has made a significant mark in the international book industry. Previous winners of this award have included Klaus Flugge, Hiroshi Hayakawa, Margaret Busby, Nigel Newton, Dorotea Bromberg and Youngsuk ‘YS’ Chi, Our 2025 winner was Gloria Bailey, MBE, Associate Director for Export Services at the Publishers Association.

It is open to anyone in the business of books: publishers, agents, translators, distributors, printers, reviewers, librarians, association leaders, festival or awards founders - anywhere around the world.

Submissions for 2026 are now closed.

The London Book Fair

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