Four fresh reads from ABS-CBN Publishing to be launched at the Manila Int’l Book Fair

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ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc. joins this year’s Manila International Book Fair with four exciting book launches, inspiring talks, and meet-and-greet sessions with Kapamilya authors at the biggest and longest running book fest in the country happening from September 12 to 16 at the SMX, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City.

With talks from Charo, Chef Tatung, Sue, and more

ABS-CBN’s publishing arm will formally launch Ferdie Cabiling’s “Run” book on Thursday (September 13) at 5:30 PM, Chef Myke Tatung’s recipe manual “Dishkarte” on Friday (September 14) at 12 NN, and Ana Theresa Cruzate’s horror story “Tell Me How You Want To Die” and Arlo Icabandi’s “Ang Halimaw Sa Baryo San Vicente” on Sunday (September 16) at 3 PM.

On Thursday (September 13), “365 Days of Feels” author Noreen Capili, or more popularly known as Noringai, shares her inspiration in Writing For The Telenovela seminar at 10 AM, while FQ Mom Rose Fausto conducts money talk in FQKwentuhan: Kamusta Na Ang Relasyon Niyo Sa Pera at 1:30 PM. Chef Tatung gives A Talk From Heart to Platter at 3:30 PM and spoken word artist Juan Miguel Severo will lead the Habang Wala Pa Sila discussion at 6 PM.

ABS-CBN chief content officer and ABS-CBN University president Charo Santos-Concio, author of “My Journey: The Story Of An Unexpected Leader,” shares her leadership learnings on Saturday (September 15) at 9 AM.

Readers can also meet and greet other Kapamilya authors on Saturday such as former beauty queen Abby Arenas of “88 Things Every Professional Should Know” at 11 AM, feng shui expert Master Hanz Cua who will conduct a tarot reading session at 1 PM, Binibining Mia, Charmaine Lasar, Ruth Mendoza, and Ana Cruzate at 1 PM, and YouTube sensation Lloyd Cadena, author of “Ex-Rated” at 3 PM.

On Sunday (September 16), Queen Elly will talk about her book “The Room” and “Don’t Tell” with actress Sue Ramirez at 5:30 PM.

Now on its 39th year, MIBF has become the most-awaited exhibition for all sorts of readers. It also hosts seminars, workshops, book signings, and other programs, such as the co-located event POP HUB: Comic Splash X Fandom Fest.

ABS-CBN Publishing, known for bestselling books that redefine genres, is a magazine and book publisher and a wholly owned subsidiary of ABS-CBN. It includes a variety of fiction and nonfiction books, with lifestyle, culinary, self-help, and biography reads in its portfolio. For more updates, follow ABS-CBN Publishing on Instagram @abscbnbooks or visit noink.abs-cbn.com.

37th Manila International International Book Fair 2016

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The country’s biggest book event is back for its 2016 edition happening on September 14 - 18, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

Now on its 37th year, the MIBF continues to be the country’s biggest and longest-running book fair. It showcases the largest and most varied collection of literature for leisure and academic reading. Everything you need from fiction bestsellers, to textbooks, to graphic novels, and even educational materials are all under one roof. Moreover, the MIBF is also the go-to venue for this year’s most awaited book launches and signings, dialogues with readers, contests, and other literary events.

Running for almost four decades now, it has evolved from an event for the publishing industry and the academe to one of the most-awaited exhibitions for all sorts of readers. The MIBF has become a gathering of sorts for bookworms of all ages and walks of life to celebrate the joys of reading and the knowledge each book brings about. It has also been providing a venue for the exchange of ideas amongst players in the publishing and academic industry.

The Manila International Book Fair 2014

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Now on its 35th year, the MIBF gathers Philippine publishers to showcase their latest books and offer big discounts for their popular bestsellers. Vibal is a regular participant of this annual event that attracts bibliophiles and other book readers alike, along with book sellers and authors to celebrate the power of books, reading, and knowledge.

More than 50 titles will be launched by Vibal Group to celebrate Filipinos' love for reading and literacy at this year's edition of the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF), on September 17 to 21 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. 

Starting the lineup is the Unang Diksiyonariyo Caton series, translated in various Philippine dialects and designed to complement the Mother Tongue Program espoused by the Department of Education. 

New children's books for young readers will be launched under Vibal's Chikiting Books imprint, such as Jomike Tejido's Why Do Squids Squirt Ink?, Nati Santos' Nobody's Hat, and Russell Molina's Salamat Po! translated in Binisaya and Ilokano.

Aside from new Chikiting Books, Vibal will also launch new books under Vibal Foundation. More American Than We Admit features scholarly essays edited by Julian Go, reflecting the cultural interactions between Filipinos and the American colonial masters. Dear Lady S features advice by Lady S - resident love columnist of the Philippine Online Chronicles.

Pagmumuni-muni at Pagtatalak ng Sirenang Nagpapanggap na Prinsesa is a compilation of essays by John Iremil Teodoro, one of the pioneers in gay literature in the country.

Bekibolaryo, on the other hand, is a comprehensive lexicon explaining terms, words, and expressions used by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual (LGBT) community.

K to 12: RA 10533 and Relevant Education Policies by Atty. Joseph Estrada and Atty. Kristjan Gargantiel meanwhile elaborates on how the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 can affect existing policies and laws in education.

These books can actually be previewed for free by mobile device owners by scanning designated QR codes posted along the booth's illustrated panels. Vibal's booth will also feature tablets, all-in-one PCs, and other mobile devices to feature e-book editions of their printed books, along with interactive games, video documentaries, and other rich media content for MIBF visitors. 

During the five-day event, Vibal will also be organizing various activities at their booth: an interactive storytelling-cum-zumba session featuring Eugene Evasco's May Lakad Kami ni Tatay will be held on September 19. Meet-and-greet sessions with various authors and illustrators will also take place. 

For September 17, Atty. Joseph Noel Estrada will headline the meet-and-greet sessions in the morning followed by Bebang Siy and Ronier Verzo in the afternoon. Genaro Gojo Cruz is set to attend the morning session on September 18, while illustrator Jonathan Ranola will grace the afternoon session on the same date. The morning session for September 19 will mark the presence of author Eugene Evasco and three illustrators - namely Brent Sabas, Ariel Santillan, and Leo Ang -while Lady S of the Philippine Online Chronicles, alongside illustrators Jamie Bauza and Valerie Jan Villaflor will be there in the afternoon. 

Authors Rhandee Garlitos and John Teodoro, together with illustrator Tokwa Penaflorida are set to appear in the morning of September 20 at the Vibal booth.

For the afternoon session on the same date, another group will be present to interact with their fans - authors Heidi Abad and Lem Garcellano, alongside illustrators Wiji Lacsamana, Christian Oliver Cruz, and Doms Agsaway. To cap off the fair, the husband-and-wife tandem of Jomike Tejido and Haraya Ocampo-Tejido will be at the Vibal booth on the afternoon of September 21. 

MIBF is organized by Primetrade Asia, Inc. in partnership with Asian Catholic Communicators, Inc., Book Development Association of the Philippines, Philippine Booksellers Association, Inc., and the Overseas Publishers Representatives Organization of the Philippines. 

Book Signing with "Pogi" - from a Parallel Universe !

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The 33^rd Manila International Book Fair will have a fun and great talented celebrity RJ Ledesma  who wears many hats! And,  he just wishes he had just as many heads.

Aside from hosting television shows, weddings and events, organizing the Mercato Centrale group of food markets, editing a men’s magazine and writing a weekly newspaper column, (and yes, he was ‘Joey’ in the Royal Tru-Orange that came out in the eighties), RJ is also the author behind four best-selling humor books Lies My Yaya Should Have Told Me (2008), I Do Or I Die (2009), Is It Hot In Here Or Is It Me? (2010) and It Only Hurts When I Pee (2011) from Anvil Publishing.  His third book, Is It Hot In Here Or Is It Me, was a National Book Award Finalist in the 30^th National Book Awards. His books are a collection of his “Pogi from a Parallel Universe” columns in the Philippine Star.

 

Join RJ Ledesma as he signs all four of his books on Friday (September 14) from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the National Book Store booth of the 33^rd Manila International Book Fair in SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

 

For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/AnvilPublishing. 

Feel Good Inside and Out

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Be closer to health inside and out with Facets of Wellness.

When people hear the word “wellness”, the first image that pops into their minds is usually a doctor in a spotless white coat, examining a patient in the hospital. However, health is more than just about the physical. It is over-all feeling great in body, mind, emotion, and spirit.

Promoting this is Facets of Wellness, a two-day exhibit and conference on holistic wellness slated on September 14-15 at Function Rooms 1 and 2, 3^rd level, SMX Convention Center, Pasay City. It’s part of the Manila International Book Fair, the country’s largest and longest-running book fair.

The conference will run from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm on both days of the event. Each day will be divided into an afternoon and evening session wherein a different aspect of wellness will be highlighted.

Featured on the morning session of September 14, 2012 is financial and occupational wellness. Dr. Francisco Colayco, a well-renowned entrepreneur and financial adviser, will speak on the topics “Be Your Own Boss” and “Healthy Money Attittudes and Habits”. The afternoon session, on the other hand, will focus on physical and environmental wellness with topics such as “Lifestyle Diseases:  A Silent Disaster” by cardiologist Dr. Anthony Leachon, “Sports and Fitness for a Healthy Lifestyle” by Prof. Hercules Callanta of University of the Philippines-Diliman’s College of  Human Kinetics, “Steps to Fitness” by renowned sports journalist and TV host Dyan Castillejo, and “Positive Nutritional Habits” by nutritionist Dr. Sani Rose Orbeta.

The morning session of September 15 is all about emotional and spiritual wellness with topics such as “Are You OK?” by clinical psychologist Dr. Teresa Gustilo-Villasor and “Do You Have a Sacred Space?” by Rev. Fr. Ruben Tanseco, SJ”. In the afternoon, the focus shifts to mental and social wellness with talks on “Am I People Smart?” by licensed family counselor Ms. Harriet Hormilosa, and “How Do I Take Care of My Brain?” by neurologist Dr. Pia Banico.

On the other hand, the exhibit will feature various booths from different industries such as medicine, beauty, fashion and lifestyle, fitness, relaxation, food, and books. It will run from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm on both days.

For more information on The Facets of Wellness or for interested exhibitors, please contact Primetrade Asia at wellness@primetradeasia.com or call (02)895-1706 or 896-0682.

Otakus unite at Best of Anime 2012

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Anime lovers, cosplay fanatics, and 

Japanese culture enthusiasts, unite! 

The Best of Anime (BoA) 2012 is back with more fun activities on Sept. 15-16, at Function Rooms 4 & 5, 3^rd Level of the SMX Convention as part of the 33rd Manila International Book Fair.

This year’s Best of Anime will be bigger and better with a line-up of exciting events for cosplayers, figure collectors, photographers, artists and even foodies.

Event highlights include: The Best of Anime Cosplay Duo, where cosplayers will compete in pairs; All-Star Cosplay Singles; Otaku’s Got Talent where otakus can belt or bop their way to fame; Quickdraw Challenge for artists and illustrators; SuperClicker! where photographers can show-off their skills; The Ultimate Maki Showdown for foodies who want to be named “The Ultimate Maki-Eater” ; A fashion show to give otaku fashionistas inspiration on how to pull-off certain runway looks to the street; Cosplay and Figuart Photography 101; Cosplay Make-up and Wig Styling Tutorial to level up styling skills; Japanese Culinary Workshop where participants may learn to cook their favourite Japanese meals; and a blogging workshop under Japanese culture blogger Magnetic – Rose.

Visual Kei fans will no longer sulk that certain bands do not visit the country to do concerts or just to show-up. This year, otakus and Japanese music enthusiasts should also prepare for Japan’s V-Kei band Uchuu Sentai Noiz as they will be making an appearance at Best of Anime 2012 convention.

Whole day activities include: the Manga Library where bookworms can find exclusive manga collections directly from the shelves of Japan, Sam’s Maid Café where the hungry and the tired can replenish their energies for the long day ahead, Sam’s Beauty Corner can offer to make any con-goer don the Harajuku and Lolita styles, and a lot more.

For more information about Best of Anime 2012, contact organizer Primetrade Asia at 896-0661 or 896-0682, or e-mail info@primetradeasia.com.

Helping Kids Be Super at Superkids 2012

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Don’t miss two whole days of fun and learning at Superkids 2012.

In educating and raising little children, the effort it takes is anything but little. You have to prepare these young minds for the needs of an ever changing world. After all, the ages of 0-11 are a child’s formative years; the skills they’d learn during this crucial period would be the foundation of their knowledge base for life.

Helping equip educators and parents for this tough job is Superkids 2012, a two-day interactive conference on early childhood education set on September 14-15, Friday and Saturday, at Function Room 3, 3^rd level of the SMX Convention Center as part of the 33^rd Manila International Book Fair. Superkids has been a part of the country’s largest book fair and has been successful in gathering parents, teachers, school administrators, and people who work with young children to give them the latest information on educating young minds.

This year’s conference features noted author and educational consultant Dr. Thomas Armstrong from California as the main speaker. He will focus on topics such as “Exemplars of Best Schools (from Early Childhood to High School)” for his September 14 session and “The Power of Neurodiversity and Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom” for his September 15 session.  He will also conduct a book signing in his Saturday session.

Aside from Dr. Armstrong, other high caliber speakers from all over the country will share their perspectives, tips, opinions, and expertise on early childhood education and provide discussions in between sessions. Dr. Didi Manahan, Directress of Explorations Pre-School and Keys Grade School , Ms. Anna Franchesca Lacanilao, Directress of The Learning Tree Pre-School, and Ms. Ani Rosa Almario, Directress of Raya School will speak on “Alternative Forms of Learning Environments and Institutions” on September 14.

Meanwhile, for the September 15 session, clinical psychologist Dr. Teresa Gustilo-Villasor will share her expertise on “Issues and Trends in Learning Styles in the 21^st Century”. Developmental and behavioral pediatrician Dr. Francis Xavier Dimalanta, on the other hand, will enlighten conference goers on “Developmental Pediatrics: Evaluation and Assessment of Different Types of Learners”. Lastly, Ms. Ma. Carolina Gustilo-de Ocampo, an early childhood education expert, speaks on “Creative Innovators: How to Develop Young Children Who Will Change the World.”

 For more information, contact organizer Primetrade Asia Inc. at 896-0661 or 896-0682, or e-mail info@primetradeasia.com.

Manila International Book Fair - Sep 14-18, SMX

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The Manila International Book Fair, is one of the longest-running book fairs in Asia, and the undisputed premiere book event in the country. The fair runs September 14 to 19, 2010 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

This is an early Christmas shopping with the best selection in books : fiction, non-fiction, cook books, children's books, Filipiniana, textbooks, professional books, references, fitness books, magazines, educational toys and many more.

For over three decade, the Manila International Book Fair has contributed to the reading awareness, and education of the Filipino people. The fair showcases thousands of books, magazines, periodicals, journals, and other educational materials and equipment by at least 150 local and foreign exhibitors. It has become a venue for members of the book industry to address market demands – institutional buyers walk alongside bibliophiles, publishers' representatives negotiate their latest titles with booksellers, publishers promote their books with their authors and artists.

The fair features various events including book launchings, storytelling sessions and competition, robotics demonstrations, seminars, forums, lectures, and Bible quiz championship,

The fair is organized by Primetrade Asia, Inc., in partnership with the Asian Catholic Communicators, Inc., the Book Development Association of the Philippines, the Overseas Publishers Representatives’ Association of the Philippines, and the Philippine Booksellers Association, Inc.

General Information

VENUE
Exhibit Halls 1 – 4, SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila

EVENT DATES
September 14 - 18, 2011

EVENT HOURS
10:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.

ORGANIZER
Primetrade Asia, Incorporated
5th Floor Accelerando Building,395 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Bry. Bel-Air, 1209 Makati City, Metro Manila
Telephone Nos. (632) 896-0661, 896-0682 • Fax No.: (632) 896-0695
Website: www.primetradeasia.com

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP)
Asian Catholic Communicators, Inc. (ACCI)
Philippine Booksellers Association, Inc. (PBAI)
Overseas Publishers’ Representatives Association of the Philippines (OPRAP

SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines (ASLP)
Medical & Health Librarians Association of the Philippines (MAHLAP)
Ortigas Center Library Consortium (OCLC) Inc.
Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians (PAARL)
Philippine Association of Teachers of Library Science (PATLS)
Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI)
University of the Philippines Library Science Alumni Assn. (UPLSAA)

ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONAL EFFORTS
A fully integrated visitor promotion campaign shall be launched by the Organizer to ensure maximum attendance of trade visitors. 

Advertising
A tri-media campaign shall be implemented. Print advertisements shall be released in major broadsheets and magazines while radio and television announcements shall be coordinated with the networks.

Publicity
Awareness is created through news/photo releases and feature articles in major newspapers and magazines and plugs in TV and radio stations. Each exhibitor is encouraged to submit articles and photographs of their latest news or products for inclusion in the event’s general publicity efforts. 

Special Events
To hype up the fair's festive and educational atmosphere, exhibitors and sponsors are encouraged to draw up their line-up of special events such as book launchings, seminars and workshops, quiz competitions and educational video screenings in coordination with the Organizer. 

Collateral Materials
Posters, billboards, streamers and banners shall be installed in strategic areas to generate greater awareness among the general public. Posters and flyers shall also be supplied to exhibitors for their own distribution to branches and other target areas.

Visitor Mailers/MIBF Informational Kits
Visitor mailers are disseminated to the general public in major public areas. The Organizer shall invite organizations, associations, public and private institutions through formal invitations and fax transmittals. MIBF Kits and Fact Sheets are distributed to potential and existing customers of booksellers and publishers such as various schools, colleges and universities as well as seminaries, congregations, parishes, non-government organizations, government agencies and private institutions. 

Invitations
nvitations outlining dates, time and summary of exhibits, shall be circulated to key target groups. Although the Organizer shall provide general event tickets to exhibitors, participating companies may also prepare tickets approved by the Organizer for their own distribution to clients and guests. 

Trade Associations
To encourage networking among different organizations, all major trade associations shall be invited to attend the fair. 

E-Media Marketing
The Organizer maintains its own website for the book fair: www.manilabookfair.com for announcements and updates relevant to its partner organizations, exhibitors, sponsors and prospective visitors during the event. Visitors may browse through useful information that would entice them to visit the event. Electronic messages are also created for e-mail blasting to hype up interest for the event. 

Exhibition Trade Directory
An exhibition directory shall be produced to serve as a comprehensive guide of the event. It shall include pertinent information about each exhibitor, ten (10) lines shall be allotted to each exhibitor free-of-charge. Exhibitors may likewise advertise in the directory at an additional cost.

Exhibit Profile

Arts  Audio/Video  Children's Educational Materials  Comic/Graphic Novel  Continuing Education Programs  Distance and Online Learning  Education & Training Institutes  Educational Plans Enrichment Programs  External Degree Courses

General Publishing Hardware/Computer/Peripherals  Industry Services and Supplies  Industry Training Programs  Intl./Books in Foreign Languages  Language Schools Multi-Media and Software  Online Book Stores  Open Universities  Printers/Printing Equipment  Professional Dev'p. & Training

Professional/Technical/Scientific  Publishers Technology  Religious/Spiritual/Inspirational  Retailer Services & Supplies  School & Office Supplies  Small Press/University Press  Telecommunications  Training Materials & Equipment  Travel books/maps/globes  Tutorial Services/Schools  Web Design Studios

Visitor Profile

Acquisition Editors/Rights Director Advertising/Sales/PR Consultants Bookstore Chains Critics/Reviewers Educational/Professional Instructors Independent Publishers' Reps Independent Booksellers

Librarians Literary and Rights Agents Online Booksellers Potential Workforce Published Authors Publishers School Leavers Scouts

Specialty Bookstores Students Teachers/Tutors Trainers/Consultants University/College Bookstores Wholesalers/Distributors Working Adults