AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPicture Books: Nine Korean titles won the 2026 Korea Picture Book Awards, selected from 506 entries; the government will support efforts to bring the books to overseas readers. Publishing Markets: Sharjah’s publishers conference drew 1,433 publishers from 126 countries, with matchmaking sessions focused on rights trading and partnerships. Peru joined for the first time, seeking stronger cultural and publishing ties. Reading Trends: South Korea’s Gen Z is embracing “texthip,” making books part of youth culture; more than 75% reportedly read last year, even as the overall adult reading rate fell to 38.5%. Book Access: Three authors are suing Alabama over restrictions on library books featuring trans characters. George M. Johnson, whose memoir “All Boys Aren’t Blue” has faced bans, publishes a new memoir this month. Schoolbook Costs: Private-school textbooks in Jammu and Kashmir generate an estimated Rs 240 crore a year, while parents allege some schools steer families to designated sellers despite rules meant to preserve choice.
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