The Art of Publishing at Bologna Book Plus
“Collectible, beautifully designed books are thriving in China, particularly in nonfiction history. As readers seek aesthetic and emotional value, publishers are engaging niche audiences with premium materials and intricate designs. ”
At Bolonga Book Plus in the heart of Italy, we explored the art of publishing and the beauty of curating a list for the perfect bookshelf, in a great conversation on stage with Tom Walker (The Folio Society), Sara sarin (Camelozampa), Christopher MacLehose (MacLehose Press), Yuan Nan (Phoenix Publishing), and our founder Alicia Liu (Sing Grass) with Jacks Thomas (Guest Director, Bologna Book Plus)
Design is at the heart of this seminar. We discussed the enduring success of physical books, against the backdrop of the digital age and how books are collectable items. What makes a book beautiful? What is good design - is it objective or are there general accepted standards?
One key trend? The rise of special editions in China’s book market.
