Inside the French Book Market

French literature is experiencing a moment of remarkable energy, and its connection with India has never been stronger. Nicolas Roche, Director of France Livre – The French Publishing Network speaks about this dynamic partnership and the…

The French cultural exception:

From the landmark Lang Law to recent legislation on digital pricing and delivery charges, Nicolas Georges, Director of Books and Reading at the French Ministry of Culture, details the regulatory mechanisms France has developed to support…

Cultural and Creative Industries as Cultural Diplomacy

Sabine Sciortino, Director for Cultural, Educational, Academic and Scientific Diplomacy at the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), shares how sustained public policy, a strong diplomatic network and targeted international…

Innovation is a Driving Force in Indo–French Ties

The India-France Year of Innovation 2026, announced during the State visit of President Emmanuel Macron to India in January 2024, marks a bold new chapter in the strategic partnership between France and India. At its core lies the idea…

BolognaBookPlus 2026:

As the global publishing calendar looks ahead to 2026, BolognaBookPlus is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic platforms for rights trading, professional exchange and creative innovation—extending its reach well beyond Bologna and…

Reimagining creativity in the age of AI

In this candid conversation with Emma House, Nadim Sadek reflects on the long arc that led him back to writing, the moment AI went mainstream with ChatGPT, and why he felt compelled to demystify—and rehumanise—artificial intelligence…

Designing Purposeful Books For Modern Childhoods

New Delhi-based Dreamland Publications approaches children’s publishing with a clear purpose: to create books that support learning while remaining enjoyable, engaging, and accessible for young readers.