Liber generates moderate optimism among Spanish publishers
With more than 700 publishers and other sector companies represented, Liber 2008 was the most participative edition yet in the fair’s history.
Over 12,000 trade visitors, 8% more than the previous edition, and numerous business contacts generated moderate optimism in view of the current economic situation. Liber has established itself as the most important trade fair for publications in Spanish.
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The next Barcelona fair will be held in 2010
A feature of Liber is that it alternates each year between Madrid and Barcelona. After next year’s show in Madrid, Liber will be returning to Barcelona in 2010.
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Québec, the guest of honour
The guest culture of honour at this year’s edition was Québec, the French-speaking Canadian province, which planned an extensive programme of cultural activities in Barcelona to publicise its literary, artistic and linguistic situation.
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Figures for Liber 2008
· More than 700 publishers and
sector companies from 16 countries
· Over 12,000 trade visitors (8% up
on 2007)
· More than 600 invited buyers from
60 countries
· Over 50 activities
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Outstanding individuals and institutions were distinguished for their work in support of books and reading.
See the list of prize-winners in 2008