Book Development Association of the Philippines

31/10/2026

The publishing world is at Sharjah this weekend! The Philippines is well represented at the and the . Our thanks goes to the Sharjah Book Authority for the constant and generous support. We can't wait for the program and meetings to start! Thank you, National Book Development Board - Philippines for cheering us on. 🇵🇭 🇵🇭 🇵🇭

With the active encouragement of the Sharjah Book Authority, the Philippines joins the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2026, one of the world’s largest gatherings of the book trade.

This year's delegation brings together Ambeth R. Ocampo, author and historian; Atty. Andrea Pasion-Flores, author, literary agent and publisher of Milflores Publishing; Kristian Sendon Cordero, author, translator, and publisher of Savage Mind: Arts, Books, Cinema; Claire Betita de Guzman, novelist and editor; Ronald Verzo, author, editor, and publisher of Isang Balangay Media Productions; and Paolo Herras, author and publisher of Komiket, Inc.

Sharjah’s book community has shown keen interest in Filipino writing. Its readers value stories of family, heritage, identity, resilience, faith, and community, and Philippine literature has long been built on these themes.

That interest reflects the standing the country has built as an active and trusted partner in international publishing. At the SIBF, Filipino authors and publishers get to be in the same rooms as the literary agents, rights professionals, and booksellers who gather there each year.

We sincerely thank the SIBF for championing Filipino participation at this year’s fair, and the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP) for its support in bringing Philippine publishing to overseas markets.

30/10/2026

Yesterday's BDAP board meeting is when we try to squeeze everything in before the Christmas party, with this year's party being extra special with the awarding of the Gintong Aklat Awards as part of the celebrations. Looking forward to seeing everyone in December!

17/10/2026

BDAP was at the recently concluded Frankfurt Book Fair 2026. This was at the opening of the reading room at the Philippine Consulate General at Frankfurt.

10/10/2026

Publishers have long endeavored to bring Philippine books to the world. For decades, the pioneers in our industry have pushed carry-on suitcases around the Frankfurt Book Fair, hand carrying our titles, in hopes that our books will someday be read and our stories and ideas contribute to the many conversations around the world that affect our own lives yet have no voice in.

A year after being FBM's guest of honor, after the glitz and programs and the many ube liqueur shots, we know the work goes on. We still have to roll our wheeleys around the fair and push our titles forward. The work involves making good books all the time and showing these books, one by one, to international colleagues. We are more visible, yes (we have a stand now, not just a small booth by the toilets, though we're still--conveniently--next to the toilets), but it feels like we are still a hazy picture to the world.

So, this year, we know the work ahead has not gotten easier. Though we're in the photos, we know it's not about us, it's about the books, the ecosystem around these books, the voice that needs to be carried on a 16-hour flight to reach others doing the same thing we are doing, endeavoring to be seen. The world has gotten more complicated, more difficult to navigate, and the way forward seems extremely fraught. But we keep going like we always have.

Danke, Frankfurt Book Fair. showed us what "the day after" looks like. Everywhere we go our suitcases will be full. This is going to be true next year, and the year after, and the year after that.

10/10/2026

Here's to fostering new collaborations and strengthening ties with the global publishing community!

We, together with the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP), kicked off the Coffee and Books series yesterday at the Philippine Stand with a vibrant networking session. Filipino and Canadian publishers connected in focused, genre-based discussions, paving the way for promising business opportunities and creative partnerships.

The Coffee and Books sessions will continue until October 18, with publishers from Turkey and Singapore featured in the upcoming gatherings.

10/10/2026

DAY 1: The Philippines Is Back at the Frankfurt Book Fair!

Following the Philippines’ historic Guest of Honour Program last year, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) returns to Frankfurter Buchmesse to showcase Filipino books and bring them to a wider global audience.

Led by Executive Director Charisse Aquino Tugade, Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP) President Atty. Andrea Pasion-Flores, and Chairperson of Rex Education and the Godfather of Philippine book publishing, Atty. Dominador Buhain, the Philippine delegation includes NBDB representatives and local publishers. Together, they champion Filipino titles and strengthen connections with the international publishing community.

On Day 1, the Philippine Stand showcases 182 titles across genres, inviting international publishers and rights buyers to explore translation, licensing, and publication opportunities.

Business-to-business (B2B) meetings provide a platform for publishers to discuss collaborations and explore new market opportunities for Filipino books.

Building on 350 rights deals facilitated over the past two years, the NBDB continues to bring Philippine books to international audiences and support local authors and publishers in reaching readers worldwide.

Visit the Philippine Stand at Frankfurter Buchmesse from October 7–11 at Hall 5.1, A95.

27/09/2026

was indeed awesome.

27/09/2026

So this happened onnthe last day of .

17/09/2026

Day 1 of the Asian Rights Fair – Manila 2026 is officially in the books! 📚✨

From powerful opening remarks by our industry leaders to deep-dive sessions exploring the vibrant markets of the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, the energy at SMX last Monday was nothing short of incredible.

We wrapped up an amazing first day looking at academic publishing, cross-border success stories, and how Asia takes its stories to the global stage! 🌏🤝

Swipe through for a quick look at ARF-MNL 2026 Day 1 highlights. Stay tuned for Day 2!

15/09/2026