Crossing the Border

Ana Manwaring and Fernando Leon Torrens will be attending the Guadalajara International Book Fair (Feria Internacional del Libro, FIL) from November 30 through December 5. Held at the Guadalajara Expo in Mexico, FIL is one of the most significant literary events in the Spanish-speaking world and draws publishers, literary agents, booksellers, and industry professionals from around the globe.

During the event, Ana and Fernando will be meeting with rights agents and publishers to explore opportunities for bringing Mortal Revenge to readers throughout Latin America and other Spanish-speaking markets. Their goal is to discuss translation, distribution, and publishing possibilities that could expand the novel's reach beyond English-language audiences.

But don't worry, we aren't losing Ana and Fernando if they land a deal. Foreign rights opportunities do not replace or remove a book from its current publisher. Rather, it allows publishers and rights holders to introduce a work to new markets, new languages, and new readers through additional publishing partnerships. We fully support Ana and Fernando's efforts to expand the reach of Mortal Revenge into Spanish-speaking territories and beyond while maintaining its home here at Indies United.

International book fairs play an important role in connecting authors with new readers, and FIL provides a unique opportunity to showcase stories to publishing professionals representing diverse markets and cultures. We wish Ana and Fernando every success as they introduce Mortal Revenge to potential partners and explore new avenues for the book's future.

Please join us in wishing them a productive and exciting week at the fair as they continue working to bring Mortal Revenge to readers around the world.