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Eva Baltasar brings a novel written in Catalan to the International Booker Prize 2023

The Catalan writer is nominated along with several writers whose work has been translated into English.

Interview: Álvaro Ortiz Talks Revisiting ‘Ashes’ For Translation & How Travel Influences His Art

On March 1, we featured an exclusive preview of the award-winning graphic novelist Álvaro Ortiz’s Ashes.

At Bologna: Spain’s Publishers Report Growing Children’s Book Exports

GEE reports that Spain’s exports of children’s books increased by 3.4 percent, to €24.2 million in 2021, with Mexico as a primary market.

Spain leads digital reading revolution in Spanish language market beating Mexico

THE Spanish digital book market is growing at an unprecedented rate globally and the latest report released on Thursday, March 9 revealed that Spain is leading the charge. According to the Annual Digital Book Report by Libranda, Spain sells the most digital books out of the Spanish-speaking world.

Spain’s Leisure-Time Reading Is Up 5.7 Points in 10 Years

The new ‘Barometer of Reading Habits’ in Spain sees younger readers, especially ages 15 to 18, increasing their engagement with books.

Antonio Muñoz Molina, CEDRO 2023 Award

The authors and editors of the CEDRO Board of Directors have agreed to award the writer Antonio Muñoz Molina with the CEDRO 2023 Award for his defense of copyright and the work of authors, and for his constant militancy in favor of a sustainable culture.

“Siéntate a leer” (sit down to read) aims to promote a love of reading through libraries and local bookstores.

The 'Siéntate a leer' campaign is part of the actions of 2023, the Year of Commerce in Madrid and the 'Everything is in Madrid' program

The Cambra del Libre of Catalonia predicts a successful Sant Jordi 2023

More than 360 linear meters of professional space are expected, representing an increase of 10.7% from last year.

Inside the bookstore: Olavide | Bar de Libros

Raquel Garzón, bookseller in Olavide | Bar de Libros: «Book clubs are having a special attraction for people. Generally, reading is a solitary pleasure and what we are noticing is that people want to share how books make them feel. »

Comic Day and other events

Exhibitions, conferences, and different events, along with the official celebration of Comic Book and Comic Book Day next Friday, March 17.

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