Amid news of the Israeli-Hezbollah cease-fire, the International Board on Books for Young People releases an appeal for Crisis Fund donations.
IBBY and the Israel-Lebanon Crisis: ‘An Immediate De-Escalation’
The International Board on Books for Young People, IBBY, asks, ‘How much longer will children be traumatized and punished?’
Europa Editions To Publish World English Translation of Khandaqji’s ‘Mask’
Europa’s Michael Reynolds says that Basim Khandaqji’s ‘A Mask’ can ‘reach substantial, appreciative audiences’ in English.
Jailed Palestinian Basim Khandaqji Wins the 2024 Arabic Fiction Prize
Imprisoned in Israel when he was 21, the Palestinian writer Basim Khandaqji wins the US$50,000 International Prize for Arabic Fiction.
Jerusalem International Book Forum Delays Its Next Edition to 2025
The Jerusalem International Book Forum is postponed to May 2025, citing the need for ‘a secure, safe, and open atmosphere.’
Jerusalem’s Educational Bookshop at 39 Years: ‘The Palestinian Point of View’
Jerusalem’s Educational Bookshop has focused on Palestinian literature and nonfiction since its first location opened in 1984.
Jerusalem International Book Forum: Katz Is Now Director
Jerusalem International Book Forum opens applications for its Birger Fellowship and names new roles for Yoel Makov and Sharon Katz.
Audiobooks: Storytel’s Yasmina Jraissati on the Format’s Progress in the Arab World
‘We’re in a good position,’ says Storytel’s Yasmina Jraissati, after the audiobook service Storytel’s first five years in the region.
Readmagine: Luis González on Publishing’s Own Narrative
Formulating Readmagine in Madrid, the Fundación Germán Sánchez Ruipérez’s Luis González is impressed with what ‘outsiders’ may offer.
Wednesday Schedule at Jerusalem International Book Forum: May 18
Set at the historic 1933 Jerusalem International YMCA, the Jerusalem International Book Forum is back in a fully in-person edition.