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Publishing is navigating a lot right now—AI is reshaping discovery, podcasts are rivaling traditional PR, and readers are building communities that are redefining how books are sold. The 2026 U.S. Book Show is where the industry comes to figure out what to do about it. We're not ready to announce everything just yet—but here's a first look at what's headed to New York City on June 2–3. | |||||||||
CEO TALK Publishing leaders. Unfiltered.Madeline McIntosh, Dominique Raccah, and David Shelley will weigh in on everything from AI to crafting strategy in an unpredictable market—to the opportunities and pitfalls of publishing books during an unprecedented moment in American and world history. Expect an intimate, engaging, and unscripted conversation, moderated by PW Editorial Director Jonathan Segura. | |||||||||
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RAISING READERS The future of the book business starts with the next generation of readers.Publishing is facing a ticking demographic timebomb: young people aren't reading like they used to. As time spent reading for pleasure plummets and screen time skyrockets, what can be done to instill a love of books in kids? This session explores why recreational reading matters—not only for academic success, but for emotional development, empathy, economic opportunity, and long-term happiness. | |||||||||
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From SEO to GEO: Optimizing Books for AI Discovery Search is changing forever. If your titles aren't optimized for AI-driven discovery, they're effectively invisible. This session explores Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)—where being "searchable" is no longer enough. You must be "citable." | |||||||||
The New Book Tour: How Podcasts Are Revitalizing Your Entire List In a fragmented media landscape, podcasts have become a sanctuary for building trust between authors and their audiences. This session shows publishers how to move beyond the one-off interview and build a scalable strategy that drives ROI for both frontlist and backlist. | |||||||||
Reading is Social Again: Building Community in the Platform Age The tried-and-true playbook for building an audience no longer works. Leaders from Kickstarter, Podium Entertainment, and beyond weigh in on best practices for reaching today's consumers—and building communities that last well beyond launch. | |||||||||
The World is Listening: Audio's Global Moment The audiobook category is booming internationally—and publishers who move now will own the opportunity. This panel explores emerging markets, the Spanish-language boom, and how AI-assisted translation is breaking down barriers to global reach. | |||||||||
Optioned: A Publisher's Guide to the Adaptation Boom This year's flood of book-to-screen adaptations shows no sign of slowing. What are producers looking for, where is IP headed, and what does navigating this landscape look like on the business end? | |||||||||
Little Listeners: How Audio Is Creating the Next Generation of Readers Children are increasingly discovering stories through sound—via audiobooks, read-along formats, and screen-free devices—often before or alongside traditional print. This panel explores what the audio-first shift means for publishers, libraries, and the future of children's reading. | |||||||||
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QUESTIONS? Interested in attending, exploring sponsorship opportunities, or bringing a team? Let's talk. Contact us at eventsupport@publishersweekly.com | |||||||||
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This year’s fair addresses the global decline in reading among young people and the evolving role of AI in publishing, while recognizing rising talent and industry leaders. MORE »
Now in its sixth year, BolognaBookPlus, the Bologna Children’s Book Fair’s general trade publishing initiative, continues to grow and is offering its most ambitious program yet. MORE »
Is romantasy still leading the pack in YA deals? Is middle grade making a comeback? We asked agents, scouts, and rights directors attending this year’s Bologna Fair to discuss the trends they’ve been tracking. MORE »
A new 150-page report on literary translation in Europe finds a growing gulf between translations involving major languages and those serving smaller populations, a divide exacerbated by AI. MORE »
Read about a YA fantasy duology by Namina Forna (l.), described as Black Panther meets Crazy Rich Asians; Erin Madison's sapphic romance set in the world of women's pro soccer; We Need Diverse Books founding member Ellen Oh's multigenerational middle grade novel; a children's book from Shelia P. Moses that centers Gullah Geechee customs; and other noteworthy deals. MORE »
A partner at renowned design firm Pentagram, Stout arrives in Bologna for the first time this week as a featured participant in the Designer Studio, a new program within BolognaBookPlus dedicated to art direction, editorial design, and illustration for the general trade market. MORE »
From presentations on licensing and literacy and roundtables on AI and audiobooks, to prestigious award announcements and panels with top-tier talent such as Jacqueline Woodson (l.) and Cátia Chien, here are our picks from this year’s program. MORE »
Registration is open for the 2026 U.S. Book Show. Join 800+ publishing professionals in New York City for two days of candid conversation, forward-thinking strategy, and high-impact networking. From AI and discovery to audio, distribution, and audience growth, this is where the book business moves forward. Early Bird pricing available through April 30. MORE »
#1 It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny by Marilyn Sadler, illus. by Roger Bollen. MORE »
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