Book Fairs & Events
Book Fairs & Events
Here you will find the complete list of dates and never miss an opportunity to visit us at a book fair.
IT'S A BOOK
Independent Publishing Fair Leipzig
We are delighted to be represented as a publisher at the Leipzig Book Fair “IT’S A BOOK” again this year. Visit our stand! We have many new appearances.
March 23, 2024, Saturday 12-20 h
HGB Leipzig, Wächterstr. 11, 04107 Leipzig
Free admission
Talking Books - "The Cure" by Julie Leguez
With the new TALKING BOOKS event series, C/O Berlin will regularly highlight the world of photo books from spring 2024. In addition to the diversity of their forms and formats, their use as an artistic medium and their reception in research and criticism, the focus is on local book culture: in the relaxed atmosphere of the C/O Berlin Café, Berlin bookshops present their favorite books, publishers and photographers present their latest projects and experts exchange views with the audience on the many facets of the relationship between photography and books.
Berlin-based publisher SHIFT BOOKS is launching The Cure, the first publication by artist Julie Legouez. The book is divided into ten chapters in which the artist describes her personal experiences as a victim of domestic violence. Legouez presents meticulously collected details in a “file”, which serve as the basis for the graphic design and structure of the book. Parallel to the exhibition Laia Abril . On Rape – And Institutional Failure The Cure offers a personal insight into the issues of domestic violence and coping with trauma.
With Julie Legouez. Artist and author / Helena Melikov . Co-Founder SHIFT BOOKS / Sophia Greiff . Curator C/O Berlin / Raluca Blidar . Head of Bookshop C/O Berlin
March 20, 6-8 p.m.
C/O Berlin, Café C/O Berlin x Barkin’Kitchen
Free admission
Book Release »Solomiya Nr.3«
Solomiya is an independent magazine run by artists that researches and documents the Ukrainian cultural and art scene.
March 5, 19:00: Kyiv / The Naked Room
March 9, 16:00: Lviv / Lviv Municipal Art Center
March 13, 19:00: Berlin / Stemmler Foundation
March 15, 18:30: Berlin / DoYouReadMe?!
April 18, 18:00: Paris / Librairie Sans Titre
Book Release "The Cure" &
Vernissage
"My Happy Place", Julie Legouez
Berlin-based artist Julie Legouez is releasing her first publication “The Cure”, which is dedicated to the sensitive topic of domestic violence and coping with trauma. Alongside the publication of the book, the artist is presenting her solo exhibition “My Happy Place”, which we will also be opening on this evening. Look forward to an inspiring artist talk, book presentation and drinks!
On this evening you will have the opportunity to receive a signed copy of the publication.
March 07, 7-10 p.m.
Galerie Kollaborativ, Saarbrücker Str. 25, 10405 Berlin
Free admission
Book Reading & Talk: "Fluent in the Languages of my Selves"
Insta-Live, reading & conversation: Josephine Apraku, African scholar, author, in conversation with the author and artist Isaiah Lopaz about his first book “Fluent in the Languages of my Selves”.
Isaiah will read exclusive passages from his fascinating essay and provide insights into the intricate world of his thoughts and experiences. This event promises not only literary discoveries, but also stimulating discussions about identity, language and the many facets of the self.
February 29, 7 p.m.
on our Instagram channel @shift.books
(Interview in EN)
HamBook
Trade fair for independent publishers
All Hamburg residents are cordially invited to get to know the diversity of Hamburg’s indie publishers as well as external guests, including our publishing house, and to stock up on reading material and Christmas presents to their heart’s content.
December 09, 13-21 h
Atrium of the Stabi (Carl von Ossietzky State and University Library), entrance at the corner of Edmund-Siemers-Allee/Grindelallee, 20146 Hamburg
Free admission
Reading
IN LIEBE VON
On Thursday, December 7, Julia Meyer-Brehm, Marie Kruttmann and Charlotte Kunstmann will read from the book “IN LIEBE VONN”. The editor and publisher Helena Melikov will also provide exciting insights into the creation of the book and the “Lost & Found” project.
December 07, at 7:30 p.m.
Odradek bookstore, Gustav-Müller-Straße 1, 10829 Berlin
Free admission
f3 - TREASURES
Print and Bookmarket
Hey Berlin! Saturday and Sunday we are part of the print and book market “f3-TREASURES” – visit us and over 20 other artists at freiraum für fotografie. We look forward to seeing you!
December 02 – 03, 12-6 p.m.
f3 – freiraum für fotografie, Waldemarstraße 17, 10179 Berlin
Free admission
SUPER BOOKS 4
Hey Munich! On 03. and November 4, we will be part of the fourth SUPER BOOKS at Haus der Kunst – together with over 50 other artists, designers and alternative publishers.
November 03 – 04, Friday 4 – 10 p.m., Saturday 12 – 8 p.m.
Haus der Kunst, Prinzregentenstraße 1, Munich
Free admission
MISS READ 2023
The Berlin Art Book Fair & Festival
We are delighted to be represented as a publisher at the MISS READ Art Book Fair in Berlin for the first time. Visit our stand!
22. – September 23, Friday 17-21, Saturday 12-21, Sunday 12-19
HKW, Berlin
Free admission
