The Secret Survival Kit for Bologna 2027 with publisher Michael Leventhal
Jun 17, 2026
Online event
Practical Tips and Behind the Scenes of the Children’s Book Fair. Get Ready for Next Year! Join publisher Michael Leventhal of Green Bean Books, Shirley Waisman (RA), and Niyati Froind (IC) for a panel packed with practical insights for Bologna 2027. From top tips for finding a publisher to what illustrators and writers can actually gain from attending, we’ll cover what to bring, when to book travel and accommodation, who goes, and whether it’s actually fun. You’ll also hear directly from a publisher—what Michael looks for and how to approach him—with an optional opportunity to submit a personal critique (PB manuscripts only).
Michael Leventhal
Michael Leventhal is the publisher of Green Bean Books and Greenhill Books. He is the co-author of ‘Jews in Britain’, author of ’The Chocolate King’ and he has introduced and edited two fundraising cookbooks for Chai Cancer Care. He lives in north London with his wife Rachel and his two sons, Sammy and Jack (who have all made a few appearances in the books he has published). He eats too much cheesecake and chocolate.
The Secret Survival Kit for Bologna 2027 with publisher Michael Leventhal
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 1 PM EDT
Zoom
- Member price: $15
- Non-Member price: $25
The recording of this program will be sent to all participants and will be available for 30 days.
Optional Critiques by publisher Michael Leventhal
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Member price: $65
- No-Member price: $80
Critiques (PB Manuscripts Only!) are limited to 8 participants
Submission deadline: July 17, 2026
Submission guidelines will be mailed after the event.
SPECIAL:
Above the slush pile submission opportunity to all participants (PB Manuscripts Only!)
Submission deadline: September 17, 2026
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.
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