Following the Publisher’s Meet professional programme organized at the Kerala Literature Festival in January 2025, The Future of Books takes a step further by bringing together an even wider range of professionals from across the entire book industry.
Organized by the French Institute in India, in partnership with France Livres and Publishing Next, this initiative offers a unique platform to deepen dialogue between two dynamic book ecosystems.
Following the Publisher’s Meet professional programme organized at the Kerala Literature Festival in January 2025, The Future of Books takes a step further by bringing together an even wider range of professionals from across the entire book industry.
Organized by the French Institute in India, in partnership with France Livres and Publishing Next, this initiative offers a unique platform to deepen dialogue between two dynamic book ecosystems. It creates a space for French and Indian book industry professionals to exchange ideas, explore new models, and address shared challenges through panel discussions and B2B meetings.
The Future of Books takes place under the umbrella of the India–France Year of Innovation 2026, announced by President Macron and Prime Minister Modi.
Key themes
- Publishing policies & market structures
- The media and bookstores ecosystems
- Editorial innovation & translation
- Digital developments & sustainability
- The rise of book-to-screen adaptations and IPs
- Unique strengths & opportunities in each market
Programme
- 10.00–10.50 AM: The French Connection: Snapshots from the Publishing Industry
With Gaelle Bohé, Marie-Anne Lacoma and Violaine Faucon. Moderated by Chintan Girish Mody. - 11.00–11.50 AM: The Future of Books: Re-imagining Narratives
With Maylis Vauterin, Delphine Clot and Josselin Azorin-Lara. Moderated by par Swati Chopra
French speakers
A curated delegation of French publishing professionals will participate in The Future of Books, bringing perspectives from publishing houses, rights, translation, book-to-screen adaptations and digital innovation.
Registration
If you are a professional from the book industry and you are interested in participating in this programme,
please register here. Participation is subject to confirmation.