Join us for a work in progress talk by Jakob Kaaby Hellstenius! Since Harry Potter, German publishers have made increasing efforts to translate important titles very promptly. Nevertheless, German readers are also signaling a willingness to buy and read the original work. German bookshops have significantly increased their range of English-language literature. This threatens the German fixed book price system, which is an important book policy measure in Germany.
The English-language originals can usually be offered at a lower price — German publishers can hardly undercut the prices with the translations. Instead, in the face of strong competition, they focus on special editions and design features. My presentation will analyze the effects of continental sales on book production, distribution and reception in greater depth and discuss opportunities and risks.
Silvia Krysciak RB Media will talk to us about her career path and her experience in the audiobook market. Having studies Book Studies, German literature and economics at the University of Mainz, she brings wide-ranging expertise in publishing, distribution and audiobooks to her role. Join us to talk about career paths in publishing! All are welcome. Registration is free and open to all via Indico. Bayley, Sian. Sian Bayley. The Bookseller, 23 September.
Carpenter, Caroline. Comerford, Ruth. The Bookseller, 5 November. James, Lauren. Phillips, Angus. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Wood, Heloise. Guests are welcome. Please register via Indico. Further information via Indico. Following the lecture, Prof. Nishikawa will offer a workshop to discuss his research on paratextuality and African American Literature from the rise of the modern paperback in the s to the contemporary book arts scene.
The lecture and workshop are open to the public. If you wish to attend the workshop, please register in advance to get access to the suggested readings. Registration Link: Black Paratext. The Zoom meeting is open to the public. Please register here Registration. Registration: Zine Workshop. Read more about the author here: Lucy Ives. Registration: Gender Imbalance in the Book Industry.
