Book Development Association of the Philippines

27/09/2026

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27/09/2026

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17/09/2026

Day 1 of the Asian Rights Fair – Manila 2026 is officially in the books! 📚✨

From powerful opening remarks by our industry leaders to deep-dive sessions exploring the vibrant markets of the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, the energy at SMX last Monday was nothing short of incredible.

We wrapped up an amazing first day looking at academic publishing, cross-border success stories, and how Asia takes its stories to the global stage! 🌏🤝

Swipe through for a quick look at ARF-MNL 2026 Day 1 highlights. Stay tuned for Day 2!

15/09/2026

06/09/2026

🗓 1 DAY TO GO | Asian Rights Fair – Manila 2026 🚀

Get ready for four action-packed days of industry talks, publishing trends, and cross-border rights trading! Check out our full program overview above to plan your schedule.

📍 SMX Convention Center
🗓 September 7–10, 2026

See you soon in SMX Manila! 👋✨

01/09/2026

🎤 THE BIG PITCH 🌏📚

Take the stage and pitch your best title to an international audience! ✨

On September 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM, the world’s your audience as publishers and literary agents take the First Floor Stage at MIBF to present one title they hope will be picked up by participants of the Asian Rights Fair–Manila or by local publishers in attendance. 🌍🤝

Have a title worth pitching? 🚀 Register here to secure your slot!:
https://forms.gle/BtrM81GWqoGYJ8oR6

🎯 Only 18 participants will be selected to pitch.
⏰ Slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Don’t miss this opportunity to put your title in the spotlight! 🌟📖

Please note: While slots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, BDAP reserves the right to select titles that ensure a diverse representation of genres.

28/08/2026

Meet the Voices of ARF-Manila 2026! 🌏📚

We are thrilled to introduce the distinguished lineup of speakers joining us for the Asian Rights Fair – Manila 2026 this September 7–8 at the SMX Manila!

From pioneering international publishers and literary agents to industry thought leaders, our speakers bring a wealth of expertise in rights trading, translation, cross-border publishing, and intellectual property.

📸 Swipe through the album to get to know them and see what topics they’ll be tackling!

10/08/2026

Something big is coming this September! 📚✨ Stay tuned!

08/05/2026

Hello, booklovers! BDAP is looking for a hardworking, dynamic executive assistant who is excited to work in the world of books. If that's you, send your resume to [email protected].

16/03/2026

Thanks for a wonderful , National Book Development Board - Philippines ! 🫶

Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHIL) Director Emerson Cuyo, Book Development Association of the Philippines President and Milflores Publishing Publisher Atty. Andrea Pasion-Flores, and Commission on Filipinos Overseas and former NBDB Chairman Dante Ang II sharing a happy conversation before the start of the Philippine Book Festival's opening ceremonies.