This panel celebrates and examines the transformative role of women in the book industry, focusing on their contributions, leadership, and influence across Cyprus and Europe. It will delve into key themes such as:
- The impact of female professionals in shaping the book industry, both locally and internationally.
- Empowerment and challenges faced by women in participating in and leading the publishing and bookselling sectors.
- The unique role of women publishers and booksellers in amplifying the voices of women authors and connecting with women readers.
Speakers:
- Andry Chairalla, Publisher, Evgnomon Publications; Author
- Tatiana Fragkouli, Director, KOMPOT Bookstore
- Anna Ioannidou, Co-founder, Limassol International Book Fair; Founder, Apotipomata.com; Poet
- Hanife İçten, Key Account Manager for English-Language World (Cyprus, Greece, Türkiye & Azerbaijan), Frankfurt Book Fair
Moderator:
- Emma House, Publishing Consultant, Oreham Group; ex-Board Member, PublisHer; Publishing Lead, Shimmr AI
Co-organized with Creative Europe Desk Cyprus, this session is part of the Limassol International Book Fair Conference 2024. It offers an engaging platform to discuss strategies for empowering women in the book industry while addressing ongoing challenges and fostering collaboration for a more inclusive literary landscape.
