AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPublishing Policy & Censorship: A federal court fight over Arkansas’ “make available” ban on “harmful to minors” books in public libraries and stores highlights how quickly book access can become a legal battleground. International Book Fairs: Abu Dhabi’s 35th International Book Fair opens under UAE presidential patronage, running Sept. 13–18 with Balkan Culture as Guest of Honour, linguist Al Khalil ibn Ahmad Al Farahidi as Focus Personality, and Cervantes’ Don Quixote as Book of the World. Manga & Publishing Updates: Kodansha says Kei Urana’s Gachiakuta manga remains on hiatus while the author does research, with an English release via Kodansha USA. Book Culture & Community: Sofia’s Book Alley wraps with author meet-and-greets and a National Book Press Club presence. Local Events: Colorado Springs lists fall author visits, signings, and kids’ literacy programs starting Sept. 13. New Releases: Jeffrey M. Smith unveils Claiming Your Magic; Anna Downes launches thriller Dark Days Hotel; and Singapore’s student-led team releases free picture book Bo’ Hou And The Grand Feast to teach Hainanese culture. Legal Deposit (Digital Age): Spain consults a new legal-deposit regulation covering physical, online, and audiovisual publications, with submissions due Sept. 28.
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