The definitive pitstop for leading thinkers and writers
Book Summit unites authors, academics, critics, publishing organisations and more for a deep dive into what goes on behind the scenes in the world of books.
Book Summit celebrates the people writing stories that entertain, inspire and educate. Your Web Summit ticket gives you access to all Book Summit sessions, as well as to roundtable discussions, masterclasses and 25-plus other tracks.
Engage with leading authors from around the world – spanning genres from sci-fi to comedy – as they unpack the inspiration behind their latest works and delve deep into the process of writing. These conversations are bound to ignite your imagination and drive your creativity.
What’s new in the world of publishing? Find out from leaders in the C-suites of some of the world’s premier publishing houses. Learn what drives them to find the next big literary hit, and get a glimpse into how the business of books is evolving to meet a modern world.
A good or bad review can make or break an author’s career. Dig into what leading critics are looking for, and discover which authors they’re most excited about. It’s time to uncover what motivates modern literary critics by pulling back the curtain on this mysterious world.
Leading authors of biographies, memoirs, business management texts and more will join us to talk about their new book projects. Learn what’s new from experts across dozens of topics while uncovering concepts that drive markets, governments and society.
James Vincent, CEO, FNDR
Eric Schurenberg, Podcast Host & Former CEO
Alex O’Brien, vice-chair, author and science writer, Association of British Science Writers
