2026 Bologna Childrens Book Fair (BCBF)

2026 Bologna Childrens Book Fair (BCBF)

Exhibition Information
Bologna Children’s Book Fair is an annual hub for professionals in children’s publishing, including authors, illustrators, editors, and literary agents. The event provides an ideal platform for scouting talent, negotiating rights, and exploring new intellectual property opportunities. It blends creative inspiration with strong commercial focus, allowing publishers to launch products, expand into new formats, and engage with global markets. Attendees benefit from curated showcases, vibrant illustration exhibits, and practical sessions designed to translate creativity into marketable content. The fair celebrates storytelling craft while maintaining a professional environment that encourages networking and business growth.

Exhibition Categories
The Core areas include picture books, middle grade, young adult, educational content, and nonfiction. Rights and licensing extend to translation, merchandising, audio, and screen adaptation. Illustration portfolios, art prints, and design services meet production needs, while digital platforms, AR, and interactive storytelling broaden reach. Professional services cover literary agencies, distributors, metadata management, and marketing solutions. Accessibility, diversity, and inclusive narratives receive focused attention, alongside workshops addressing editorial trends, discoverability, and brand-building strategies for libraries, schools, and retail.