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Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Sharjah Book Authority, stressed that those working in the publishing industry must remain committed and believe in the power of the written word and the role it plays in uniting or dividing the world.
She said: “The publishing industry must remain a catalyst for the desired change, a driver of cultural exchange, and a platform for social transformation, and together we can build a future in which literature and the publishing sector continue to make a positive impact on individuals and societies around the world.”
She added: “The publishing sector today stands at the gate of history, restoring the fundamental role it played over the centuries, in a time when false and misleading information, fake news, and the culture of canceling others have spread, and in which artificial intelligence algorithms have dominated the digital space to create false bubbles. Publishers bear the responsibility of providing content.” Trusted, verified and comprehensively researched, they have a unique opportunity to restore faith in humanity and build a future in which truth triumphs over slander.”
Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi’s words came during her speech at the opening of the activities of the 13th session of the “Publishers Conference”, which was held yesterday at the Expo Center Sharjah, in the presence of Ahmed bin Rakad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority, and an elite group of book industry leaders and experts in the field of publishing from… 106 countries around the world.
Speaking at the opening were: Yeom Chul Ho, President of the Korean Publishers Association, Nuria Capote Prall, CEO of Penguin Random House, Porter Andersen, Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspective magazine, and Ian Chapman, CEO of Simon & Shuster. Joe Henry, CEO of Book Branch.
Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi said: “In a time when public opinion is forming and opinions are spreading very quickly, the importance of publishers continuing to provide a solid foundation of truth that enables individuals to build a correct understanding of complex global issues emerges. This is the publishers’ message on which we build our credibility with our readers and our communities. Which we must protect by all means under all trends and under all circumstances.” She continued: “In order for us to be able to fulfill our pledge, the publishing industry must adapt to the great and rapid changes that our world is witnessing.”
exploration
With South Korea being the guest of honor for this year’s Sharjah International Book Fair, Yeom Chul Ho, President of the Korean Publishers Association, shared his views on the Korean publishing scene and the most important challenges and opportunities it faces. He said: “It is a great pride for Korea to be present today at this conference, where we can discuss opportunities and the most important systems and programs for the publishing market in Korea with attendees from different parts of the world.” For her part, Noria Capote-Bral, CEO of Penguin Random House Group, participated in a discussion with Porter Andersen, Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspective magazine, where the discussion touched on the most prominent challenges facing the global publishing market, specifically those related to technology and artificial intelligence.
Valuable opportunities
The conference included a variety of discussion meetings, each of which dealt with specific topics, including the dynamics of different regions such as the countries of East Asia, in addition to providing a comprehensive vision of the United States. The meetings explored types and formats of publishing, including graphic novels and audiobooks for children, and witnessed discussions about translating books for adults and children, converting fictional works into cinematic films, concluding deals, signing contracts, and digital business models. They also discussed global standards for the book industry.
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2023-10-29 22:02:45
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