The FILBo Professional Days
One of the lines of action of the Professional Days is the creation of training spaces and specialized meetings aimed at all agents of the book ecosystem: editors, illustrators, proofreaders, translators, librarians, among others.
Book Forums
April 26 and 27, 2027
A professional development forum for the various stakeholders in the book industry, focusing on key and current issues for the publishing sector. Through panels and conferences with national and international experts, practical and specialized training is offered. Topics are defined annually based on the challenges and needs of the publishing ecosystem. This forum is supported by the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce and CERLALC.
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International Meeting of Librarians
April 21-23, 2027
A space for dialogue and learning where librarians from different regions of Colombia and internationally share experiences, present success stories, address key issues in the sector, and strengthen their collaborative networks. This activity is supported by the Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Knowledge, the National Library of Colombia, the Bank of the Republic, BibloRed, Fundalectura, Asocajas, and the Piloto Public Library.
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FILBo entrepreneur
FILBo entrepreneur is a business development platform designed to boost the growth and consolidation of emerging publishers, bookstores, and distributors. Through training, support, and increased visibility, it provides tools to strengthen management skills, expand networks, and build sustainable projects within the book ecosystem.
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Meeting of Book Fairs and Festivals
April 24, 2027
Meeting of those responsible for literary events in the country, designed to strengthen networking, promote collaboration among actors in the sector and generate connections with international peers.
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V Forum of Editorial and Literary Translation
April 29, 2027
With the support of the Colombian Association of Translators, Terminologists, and Interpreters (ACTTI), FILBo is organizing a forum dedicated to analyzing the themes, profiles, and career paths that shape the practice of translation. This event is aimed at translators, editors, teachers, students, and anyone interested in the field of publishing and literary translation.
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Seminar on Reprographic and Digital Rights
April 30, 2027
It brings together experts, authors, editors and academic representatives in a single day to reflect on the current challenges of copyright.
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Meeting of University Libraries
April 22, 2027
It celebrates the impact that libraries have on their communities, not only as spaces for accessing knowledge, but as engines of social cohesion, creativity, and educational support
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International Seminar on Copyright Law
April 28 and 29, 2027
This academic forum brings together national and international experts to address key copyright issues, such as global trends, case studies, and new business models. It is geared towards authors, artists, entrepreneurs, cultural managers, lawyers, students, and the general public interested in learning more about this field. This event is supported by the National Copyright Directorate.
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International Booksellers Meeting
April 22 and 23, 2027
A space for dialogue and collaboration between Colombian booksellers and their international counterparts, aimed at sharing experiences, reflecting on the challenges facing the sector, and strengthening bookstores, especially in local and regional contexts. This event is held with the support of the Colombian Association of Independent Bookstores (ACLI).
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Comic Book Professionals Forum
April 29 and 30, 2027
A space for meeting, reflection, and action aimed at those who make up the comic book ecosystem: creators, editors, researchers, promoters, and cultural managers. The forum seeks to strengthen this creative sector through dialogue, the exchange of experiences, and the generation of opportunities that promote its sustainability, distribution, and professional development. This forum is a joint effort between FILBo and Entreviñetas.
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National Meeting of Proofreaders
April 30, 2027
This training program is designed for individuals interested in the formal, technical, technological, and material aspects of proofreading. It aims to strengthen the skills and knowledge of those currently working in or training for this essential field for editorial quality. This event is held in partnership with the Colombian Association of Proofreaders (Correcta).
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FILBo Education
April 28, 2027
It is a space within the Professional Days of the Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo) that celebrates its first edition as a meeting and reflection space for educational publishers, academic institutions, teachers, directors, librarians and professionals in the book sector.
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Community Libraries Meeting
April 30, 2027
A space for dialogue, learning and exchange that brings together librarians, reading mediators, cultural managers, social organizations and community leaders committed to promoting reading and access to culture.
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Meeting of Reading Clubs
May 2, 2027
It is a space that brings together coordinators, mediators and participants of reading clubs from different regions of the country to share experiences, exchange good practices and reflect on the role of reading as a collective activity that strengthens the bonds between people.
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Meeting of Audiovisual Writers
April 24, 2027
A meeting with screenwriters who are also literary authors. A space to showcase their books, explore the intersections between screenwriting and literature, and celebrate narrative creation in multiple formats and genres.
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Portfolio Review - Illustropia
April 28, 2027
A meeting and training space for emerging illustration talent. Through a prior call for submissions, portfolios of emerging illustrators are selected, giving them the opportunity to present their work to established illustrators, editors, and industry experts during FILBo. More than just a review, Ilustropía is a boost toward the professionalization of new graphic voices. This initiative is carried out in partnership with Casa Tinta.
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