Adan Griego, from Stanford University Libraries, recounts his experiences at the Guadalajara International Book Fair. New? An activity space dedicated to e-books, the evident presence of independent publishers, and an exhibits of handcrafted books. Plus the fair's conferences and events.

“After 25 years of spending Thanksgiving weekend at the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL), it still surprises and overwhelms a veteran bibliographer. This, the most important book event in the Spanish-speaking world, will host over 100 U.S. librarians and countless other profesionales del libro for 10 days.” Read the complete story here.