Events
- 17 Feb 2021
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS The Philippine International Literary Festival (PILF) is a landmark project of the NBDB which provides an avenue for book publishing industry stakeholders to discuss developments and issues in literature. Writers, illustrators, publishers, readers, teachers, students, and other stakeholders will discuss topics such as literature, writing and illustration crafts, translations, reading programs, continue reading : PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL LITERARY FESTIVAL (PILF) 2021
- 4 Feb 2021
Call for Applications EDITOR or EDITORIAL SERVICE FOR ANNUAL REPORT 2020 AND WRITING JOURNAL 2021 Scope of Work: • Conceptualize, write, and edit articles and contents for the NBDB Annual Report 2020 and NBDB Writing Journal 2021 • Solicit contents from other writers and resource persons for the Annual Report and Writing Journal • Ensure continue reading : Call for Applications: EDITOR or EDITORIAL SERVICE for Annual Report
- 26 Jan 2021
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The National Book Development Board of the Philippines (NBDB) offers translation subsidies to Philippine publishers to translate existing published books in a Philippine language to English or any other foreign language. Purpose The subsidy program aims for wider dissemination of Philippine culture, art, and literature, locally and globally, by allowing readers to continue reading : Call for Applications – NBDB Translation Subsidy Program 2021
- 11 Nov 2020
November 6, 2020, 10:00 a.m. Mr. Wilmor Pacay III, Mr. Eugene Soyosa, Ms. KC Victoria, colleagues in public service, and stakeholders in the book publishing industry, good morning. On behalf of the National Book Development Board, welcome to today’s event, “Literary and Publishing Trade Conversations.” We are delighted with the participation of authors, writers, artists, continue reading : Opening Remarks in the Literary and Publishing Trade Conversations (LitPub)
- 4 Nov 2020
- 4 Nov 2020
The Iloilo Mega Book Fair goes digital with virtual fair and rights platform on November 12 to 15, 2020 at Iloilo City. This year’s theme “A City Built on Books” highlights literature in all aspects including children’s rights in the time of pandemic, teachers and librarian education, history, heritage, local films, comics, food culture, environment, continue reading : Iloilo Mega book Fair
- 23 Oct 2020
Learn some tips on how the biggest bookstores connect with readers to generate high sales. Speaker 1: Hetih Rusi, Gramedia Speaker 2: Eric Cabochan, Pandayan Bookshop Speaker 3: Xandra Ramos-Padilla, National Bookstore The Book Industry Summit (BIS) is a project of the National Book Development Board (NBDB) that tackles trends and best practices continue reading : BIS 2019 E02: Generating Market for Books
- 22 Oct 2020
The Philippine Educational Publishers Association (PEPA) and Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations (COCOPEA) will be holding a seminar entitled “COPYRIGHT OR WRONG? Laws, Policies and Cases on Copyright and Fair Use for Educations in the New Normal”. This will be held on November 7, 2020, 9:30AM to 12:00NN via Facebook. Speakers include Atty. Joseph continue reading : Copyright or Wrong? Laws, Policies and Cases on Copyright and Fair Use for Educators in the New Normal
- 24 Sep 2020
The National Book Development Board (NBDB), the government agency mandated to develop and support the Philippine book publishing industry, will hold an online panel discussion on literary rights management and the importance of literary agents on 14 October 2020. The seminar is part of Philippine’s effort to equip publishers, authors, and aspiring literary agents with continue reading : CALL FOR RESOURCE SPEAKERS FOR THE LITERARY RIGHTS MANAGEMENT SEMINAR
- 22 Aug 2020
The National Book Development Board in partnership with the Department of Education will be conducting a seminar entitled Copyright and Fair Use in the Development of Learning Materials or Resources and Other Reference Materials for Both Public and Private Schools. Resource speaker will be Atty Jeremy John C. Bayaras, Division Chief at Bureau of Copyright continue reading : NBDB Webinar on Copyright and Fair Use
- 20 Aug 2020
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) in cooperation with the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP) will be holding a series of webinars via Facebook Live. Topics include Finding Your Muse in Writing by Ms. Liwliwa Malabed on August 24, 2020, 10AM-12NN, Writing a Book Series: How to Plan, Write and Pitch continue reading : BDAP Webinar Series
- 11 Aug 2020
How does one do research under today’s extraordinary circumstances? Join Ateneo de Manila University Press and Jose Eos Trinidad this August 18, Tuesday at 9 AM. Let’s discuss the reopening of schools and the adjustments that students and teachers can do in pursuing and teaching research through online classes, digital resources, and other practical continue reading : Researching & Teaching Research Remotely
- 7 Aug 2020
As part of our mission to develop the Philippine book publishing industry, we will be launching various promotional activities. These activities will promote publishers, bookstores, books, both award-winning and new books, and literary and publishing events. The following are the promotional activities we will be launching and requesting your participation in: 1. Publisher Announcements – continue reading : CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS OF PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES FROM PUBLISHERS AND BOOKSTORES
- 4 Aug 2020
The National Book Development Board (NBDB), the government agency mandated to develop and support the Philippine book publishing industry, will produce a series of videos on literature and publishing trade. Literary and Publishing Trade Conversations is a series of NBDB videos that celebrates literature and promotes best practices in publishing trade through discourse on issues, continue reading : CALL FOR PANEL PROPOSALS FOR LITERATURE AND PUBLISHING TRADE CONVERSATIONS
- 26 Jul 2020
The National Book Development Board would like to invite you to this Free Q&A Session on “Frankfurter Buchmesse Special Edition 2020 – Digital and Physical: What’s in it for publishers in Asia Pacific” on 27 July 2020 (Monday), 5:00 PM Manila Time. Kindly register via this link: bit.ly/FBFalltogether
- 3 Jul 2020
Call for Applications EDITOR or EDITORIAL SERVICE FOR SPECIAL ONLINE EDITION OF BOOKWATCH 2020 Scope of Work: • Conceptualize, write, and edit articles and contents for the special online edition of Bookwatch • Solicit contents from other writers and resource persons for the special online edition of Bookwatch • Ensure that all contents are submitted continue reading : Call for Applications: EDITOR or EDITORIAL SERVICE
- 1 Jul 2020
The “Booklatan sa Bayan” is a major program of the National Book Development Board (NBDB) that aims to renew public interest in reading, encourage the development of original content, and support library systems/centers and other points of book access. Implemented in partnership with government agencies and the private sector, it offers capacity-building continue reading : CALL FOR SPEAKERS
- 13 Mar 2020
For the whole month of April, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) will hold the event Book Fiesta to celebrate the National Literature Month (NLM), World Book and Copyright Day (WBCD), and Filipino Food Month (FFM). Book Fiesta is a celebration of books and reading through online activities, steering away from the usual one-day continue reading : BOOK FIESTA
- 20 Feb 2020
Pursuant to the National Book Policy’s thrust of fostering the skills development of personnel engaged in book publishing through in-service training programs, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) is opening the Call for Speaker for the conduct of Booklatan sa Bayan: Training Workshop on Basic Photography on March 20-21, 2020 in Quezon City. The two-day continue reading : CALL FOR SPEAKER: Booklatan sa Bayan – Quezon City
- 8 Feb 2020
The “Booklatan sa Bayan” is a major program of the National Book Development Board (NBDB) that aims to renew public interest in reading, encourage the development of original content, and support library systems/centers and other points of book access. Implemented in partnership with government agencies and other entities, it offers capacity-building services to industry stakeholders continue reading : CALL FOR SPEAKERS
- 27 Dec 2019
Nominations for the 6th National Children’s Book Awards (NCBA) are now open. The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) will present the 6th National Children’s Book Awards in July 2020. The NCBA will give honor to the best books for children and young adults (0-19 years continue reading : Call for Nominations – 6th National Children’s Book Awards
- 6 Nov 2019
The National Book Development Board (NBDB), in partnership with the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP), invites all to the Book Industry Summit (BIS) and Aklatan: All Filipino Bookfair 2019 at the Megatrade Hall 3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City on November 20 to 21, 2019. This continue reading : THE BOOK INDUSTRY SUMMIT 2019
- 6 Aug 2019
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) is spearheading the conduct of the Book Industry Summit (BIS) in November 2019. The summit will tackle trends and best practices in the book publishing business and will serve as a platform for industry players and stakeholders to forge partnerships aimed at increasing number of books, enhancing book quality, continue reading : Call for Proposals: Book Industry Summit (BIS)
- 31 Jul 2019
(The Philippine Star) July 28, 2019 MANILA, Philippines — Global publishing consultant Rudiger Wischenbart, head of Project BookMap based in Vienna, said at the 2017 Frankfurt Book Fair: “Honestly, we don’t know exactly how big overall the international book markets are. Indeed, as globalization progresses in publishing, this factor dogs the industry on the world continue reading : Great new energies for books
- 14 Jun 2019
NBDB’s Registration, Accreditation and Incentives Division (RAID) will put up a free onsite registration booth during the 10th Philippine International Literary Festival on June 14-15, 2019. Individuals registered with the NBDB are entitled to the following benefits, among others: 1. Eligibility to apply for the National Book Development Trust Fund or writing grant (2018 cycle); continue reading : Free Onsite Registration of Individuals on June 14-15, 2019 at the 10th PILF
- 2 Jun 2019
The pursuit of memory The National Book Development Board (NBDB) invites all to the 10th Philippine International Literary Festival (PILF) at Great Eastern Hotel, Quezon City from June 14 to 15, 2019. This year’s theme is “Gunitâ: a pursuit of memory” ─ making a mark in the age of forgetting by remembering our roots and continue reading : Gunitâ: The 10th Philippine International Literary Festival
- 30 May 2019
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are officially opening the 38th cycle of National Book Awards (NBA). We are inviting all NBDB-registered publishers and self-published authors to submit their nominations for the best books published by Filipinos in 2018. Deadline for submissions is 21 June 2019 (Friday) at 5:00 continue reading : Call for Nominations: The 38th National Book Awards
- 12 Nov 2018
Mga Tuntunin: 1. Bukás ang timpalak sa lahat, maliban sa mga kawani ng KWF at kanilang kaanak. 2. Ang entring ipapasa ay maaaring isang mahabang tula na may isang daan (100) o higit pang taludtod, o isang koleksiyon ng sampu (10) o higit pang maikling tula. Kinakailangang may pamagat ang ipapásang koleksiyon. Malaya ang paksa continue reading : TALAANG GINTO 2019
- 5 Sep 2018
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) encourage children’s book publishers and/or illustrators to send entries for the Bologna Children’s Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition. The Illustrators Exhibition started in 1967, which is a showcase of the latest trends in illustration and talent spotting new artists. The continue reading : Call for Entries: BCBF Illustrators’ Exhibition
- 22 Aug 2018
A new literary prize has been launched by the Ateneo de Naga University Press in cooperation with the National Book Development Board (NBDB), the Institute of Bikol History and Culture and the Ateneo de Naga Center for Arts and Culture last August 14, 2018 at the Richie Fernando Hall, Ateneo de Naga University. Attended continue reading : PREMYO VICTORIO C. VALLEDOR NOW ACCEPTS ENTRIES FOR THE 2018 BEST NOVEL IN BIKOL
- 1 Jun 2018
On its 37th year, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are pleased to announce the opening of the National Book Awards (NBA). We are inviting all NBDB-registered publishers and self-published authors to submit their nominations for the best books published by Filipinos in 2017. Deadline for submissions is 6 continue reading : Call for Nominations: The 37th National Book Awards
- 9 May 2018
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS The National Book Development Board of the Philippines (NBDB) offers translation subsidies to Philippine publishers to translate existing published books in a Philippine language to English or any other foreign language. Purpose The subsidy program aims for wider dissemination of Philippine culture, art, and literature, locally and globally, by allowing readers to continue reading : Call for Applications – NBDB Translation Subsidy Program
- 9 May 2018
The National Book Development Board invites you to join the Philippine delegation at the 2018 Frankfurt Book Fair, the world’s largest trade fair for books and the center of global publishing. From October 10 to 14, the NBDB will host a country stand at the fair to promote the best of Philippine book publishing. In continue reading : PARTICIPATE AT THE 2018 FRANKFURT BOOK FAIR
- 3 Apr 2018
Finally, it’s here! Our program for (AUTHOR)ities: The 9th Philippine International Literary Festival! Workshops, fora, film screenings, performances, tabletop game demos, and a book fair: lots of activities are in store for you on April 19-20, 2018 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines! Check out the schedule of sessions and take charge of your continue reading : (AUTHOR)ities: The 9th Philippine International Literary Festival Program
- 29 Mar 2018
The April 2 seminar on “Orientation on Filipino Literature Reading Materials” hosted by the Department of Education (DepEd) is postponed. No new date has been set, but updates will be posted on the National Book Development Board (NBDB) Facebook page. For queries, you may contact Ms. Mildiadema Lustria of DepEd, Production Division at 634-0901 or continue reading : DepEd Event Postponement
- 27 Mar 2018
The National Committee on Intellectual Property Rights (NCIPR) held a surprise inspection at Greenhills in San Juan on March 23 (Friday). The survey inspection aimed at intensifying the broader campaign against the proliferation of fake goods in the local market. The activity also pre-empts the National Intellectual Property Month (April). The National Book Development Board continue reading : NBDB joins intensive campaign against fake products
- 22 Mar 2018
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) encourages Filipino publishers, authors, and content creators to join the 2018 Kuala Lumpur Trade and Copyright Centre (KLTCC) from April 30 to May 2. Now on its 11th year, the KLTCC is a major content and copyright trade event in Asia. This year’s KLTCC has now opened applications for continue reading : Call for Filipino Publishers, Authors—Publishing, Semi-Fellowship Opportunities in Malaysia
- 22 Mar 2018
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) invites publishers, suppliers, distributors, printers, and authors to an orientation on “Filipino Literature Reading Materials and Supplementary Learning Resources.” Sponsored by the Department of Education (DepEd), the event will be on April 2, 2018 at the Bulwagan ng Karunungan, Rizal Building, DepEd Complex, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. Topics to continue reading : DepEd to Host Orientation on Filipino Literature Reading Materials this April
- 26 Jan 2018
Call for Submissions: Papers, Panels, Talks, and Workshops for the 9th Philippine International Literary Festival The National Book Development Board (NBDB), the government agency mandated to develop and support the Philippine book industry, is launching a call for submissions for the 9th Philippine International Literary Festival (PILF). To be held on April 19-20, 2018 at continue reading : Call for Submissions: Papers, Panels, Talks, and Workshops for the 9th Philippine International Literary Festival on April 19-20, 2018
- 24 Jan 2018
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) will present the 5th National Children’s Book Awards in July 2018. The NCBA will give honor to the best books for children and young adults (0-19 years) published during the years 2016 and 2017. Nominations for the National Children’s continue reading : Call for Nominations: 2018 National Children’s Book Awards
- 1 Dec 2017
Every year since 1982, the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) has been giving the National Book Awards (NBA) to the best books written, designed, and published in the Philippines. Early in 2008, the Manila Critics Circle entered into an agreement with the National Book Development Board (NBDB) to institutionalize and co-administer the National Book Awards. The continue reading : Best Filipino books of 2017 to be recognized at the 36th National Book Awards
- 17 Nov 2017
The National Book Development Board and the Manila Critics Circle are pleased to announce the winners of the 36th National Book Awards. The following is the list of the best books published in 2016:
- 8 Sep 2017
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are pleased to announce the finalists of the 36th National Book Awards.
- 6 Sep 2017
Textbook content creators and publishers are invited to attend the Academic Book Seminar at the 38th Manila International Book Fair. The seminar will be held on September 14, 2017, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in Meeting Rooms 8 and 9 at the SMX Convention Center. This seminar is organized for textbook writers, editors, illustrators, designers continue reading : Academic Book Seminar at the 38th Manila International Book Fair
- 7 Jul 2017
Philippine Children’s Book Summit: Laging Bago ang Mundo ng Libro On July 22, 2017, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) are organizing the Philippine Children’s Book Summit in celebration of National Children’s Book Day. The biennial literary summit aims to create a platform for discourse continue reading : Philippine Children’s Book Summit: Laging Bago ang Mundo ng Libro
- 5 Jul 2017
Publishers’ Workshop on August 7-9, 2017 Applications are open for the Publishers’ Workshop on August 7 – 9, 2017 organized by the Frankfurter Buchmesse (Frankfurt Book Fair), the National Book Development Board (NBDB), and the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP). The three-day workshop is free and intended for publishing executives, foreign rights continue reading : Publishers’ Workshop on August 7-9, 2017
- 3 Jul 2017
Publishing Course – Translation and Intellectual Property Rights on July 7 and 13, 2017 The National Book Development Board’s (NBDB) Publishing Course was launched in 2016 to aid in the professional development of industry stakeholders and provide a venue for deeper understanding of topics in the craft and business of book publishing. Last year, the pilot continue reading : Publishing Course – Translation and Intellectual Property Rights
- 25 May 2017
Book Fair at the 4th International Conference on Children and Young Adults Librarianship The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) will conduct the 4th International Conference on Children and Young Adults Librarianship, themed Engage, Enrich, Expand Access Towards the Development of a Reading Culture, on July 19-21, 2017 at the Villa Caceres Hotel, Magsaysay Ave., continue reading : Book Fair at the 4th International Conference on Children and Young Adults Librarianship
- 18 Apr 2017
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are pleased to announce the opening of the 36th National Book Awards. All NBDB-registered publishers and self-published authors are invited to submit their nominations for the best books published by Filipinos in 2016. Deadline for submission is May 31, 2017, (Wednesday), 5:00 continue reading : Call for Nominations: The 36th National Book Awards
- 18 Apr 2017
Book Fiesta on World Book and Copyright Day Books, literature, and copyright are the main focus on April 23, 2017 in celebration of World Book and Copyright Day. The National Book Development Board (NBDB) will spearhead a Book Fiesta for book lovers and copyright advocates. The one-day event will offer a book market by continue reading : Book Fiesta on World Book and Copyright Day
- 11 Apr 2017
You are all invited to the National Book Development Board’s culminating event for the Buwan ng Panitikan (National Literature Month) celebration, the 8th cycle of the Philippine International Literary Festival. See you on April 27-28, 2017 at QCX, Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon City. Here is the festival programme with details on sessions and the continue reading : 8th Philippine International Literary Festival Programme
- 10 Apr 2017
Since declaring April as National Literature Month or Buwan ng Panitikan as supported by Proclamation no. 968 s. 2015, the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), and Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF), has continuously promoted Philippine literature, supported growth of independent book stores, and continue reading : Celebrating Filipino literature and books in April
- 31 Mar 2017
Established in 1996, the University of Santo Tomas Publishing House (USTPH) has released numerous literary and scholarly titles as well as textbooks. As part of the Pinoy Book Stop Tour, we interviewed USTPH Director John Jack Wigley to learn more about their new bookstore. Which section of the bookstore attracts more visitors? I would say that continue reading : Pinoy Book Stop Tour 2017: UST Publishing House Bookstore
- 31 Mar 2017
The Book Museum cum Ethnology Center was founded in 2013 and features the vast personal collection of the President of Rex Group of Companies—Atty. Dominador Buhain. As a traveler, Atty. Buhain has collected items from over 200 countries and islands he has visited. The logo of the museum reflects the lifestyle of Atty. Buhain as a continue reading : Pinoy Book Stop Tour 2017: Book Museum cum Ethnology Center
- 31 Mar 2017
Kapihan: Rights Management for New Writers The NBDB is inviting you to attend the Kapihan: Rights Management for New Writers on April 2, 2017, Sunday, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at the CCP Silangan Hall, CCP Complex, Pasay City. In this forum, experts will explain rights management and what to look for before continue reading : Kapihan: Rights Management for New Writers
- 27 Mar 2017
Publishing Course 2017 The National Book Development Board is continuing its Publishing Course launched last year. The first course in this series is on Ethics facilitated by Father Xavier Alpasa. The course will consist of two (2) sessions on April 3 and 5, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Ortigas Foundation Library. Admission is free, but slots are limited. Certificates will be issued at the end of continue reading : Publishing Course 2017
- 17 Mar 2017
Pinoy Book Stop Tour 2017: Libraries, Bookstores, and Book Museums On April 7 to 8, 2017, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) will once again hold the Pinoy Book Stop Tour featuring independent and campus-based bookstores within and south of Metro Manila. In addition to these stops, community and university libraries and book museums will continue reading : Pinoy Book Stop Tour 2017: Libraries, Bookstores, and Book Museums
- 10 Mar 2017
The Frankfurt Book Fair is hosting the following competitions for free travel to Germany and a free exhibitor stand at the fair on October 11 to 15: Frankfurt Book Fair Study Tour for Children’s and YA Lit editors The Frankfurt Book Fair (Frankfurter Buchmesse) is organizing a Study Tour for editors from South East Asia on children’s and continue reading : Frankfurt Book Fair competitions for free travel and exhibitor stand
- 9 Feb 2017
World Book and Copyright Day 2017 Books, literature, and copyright are the main focus on April 23, 2017 in celebration of World Book and Copyright Day. The National Book Development Board (NBDB) will spearhead a Book Fiesta for book lovers and copyright advocates. The one-day event will offer a book market by Philippine publishers continue reading : World Book and Copyright Day 2017
- 9 Feb 2017
A book stop tour for book lovers On April 7 to 8, 2017, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) will once again hold the Pinoy Book Stop Tour featuring independent and campus-based bookstores within and south of Metro Manila. In addition to these stops, community and university libraries will also be part of the itinerary continue reading : A book stop tour for book lovers
- 3 Feb 2017
Celebrating Filipino literature and books in April Since declaring April as National Literature Month or Buwan ng Panitikan as supported by Proclamation no. 968 s. 2015, the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), and Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF), has continuously promoted Philippine literature, continue reading : Celebrating Filipino literature and books in April
- 3 Feb 2017
NBDB Books are Love Giveaway February 14 is International Book Giving Day! (And that other important day.) Get a chance to win books for yourself and your chosen library* in the NBDB Books are Love Giveaway. MECHANICS: 1. Post a photo of your chosen library on Facebook. 2. Tell us a bit about your chosen continue reading : International Book Giving Day 2017
- 17 Jan 2017
On World Book and Copyright Day (WBCD), 23 April 2017, Sunday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, (Venue: To be determined but in Metro Manila) the National Book Development Board will be holding a BOOK FIESTA with activities that celebrate books and love for reading. The NBDB shall be bidding out 6 “booths” that can be designed, operated, continue reading : Bid a Booth on World Book and Copyright Day 2017
- 5 Sep 2016
Rights Exchange Forum at the 37th MIBF On September 15, 2016, the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in partnership with the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP), is hosting a one-day forum on Rights Exchange during the 37th Manila International Book Fair in Meeting Rooms 5 & 6 at the SMX Convention Center. The continue reading : Rights Exchange Forum at the 37th MIBF
- 25 Apr 2016
7TH PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL LITERARY FESTIVAL The Philippine International Literary Festival (PILF) is a landmark project of the National Book Development Board (NBDB) that celebrates literature and promotes best publishing practices through discourse on issues of authorship and readership shaping the local book industry. Since its inception in 2010, the festival has become a major gathering continue reading : 7th Philippine International Literary Festival
- 21 Apr 2016
Award-winning books to be featured on International Book Day In celebration of International Book Day and National Literature Month, winners of the 34th National Book Awards including social media non-fiction iStatus Nation by Joselito Delos Reyes, anthology Ang Labingtatlong Pasaway edited by Jun Cruz Reyes, comic book 14 by Manix Abrera, short fiction collection WonderLust continue reading : Award-winning books to be featured on International Book Day
- 1 Apr 2016
A 6-stop Pinoy Bookstore Tour for book lovers In celebration of Buwan ng Panitikan (National Literature Month), writers, readers, students, and book lovers are invited to a bookstore tour that will highlight Filipino-owned bookstores within and north of Metro Manila April 8-10,2016. Pinoy Bookstore Tour is spearheaded by the National Book Development Board (NBDB) continue reading : A 6-stop Pinoy Bookstore Tour for book lovers
- 23 Mar 2016
1st Kapihan for 2016 “Charting the Future of Books in the Philippines” We cordially invite you to attend the first of the series of three (3) Kapihan sessions slated for 2016, on March 31, 2016, 2:00 – 4:00 pm, at the NBDB Secretariat Office (Unit 2401, Prestige Tower, F. Ortigas, Jr. Road, Pasig City). This continue reading : 1st Kapihan for 2016 “Charting the Future of Books in the Philippines”
- 28 Jan 2016
Now on its 4th year, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for the Young (PBBY) will present the National Children’s Book Awards on July 2016. The NCBA will give honor to the best books for children and young adults (0-19 years) published during the years 2014 and 2015.The National continue reading : Call for Nominations: 2016 National Children’s Book Awards
- 28 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are pleased to announce the winners of the 34th National Book Awards (NBA). Below is the list of NBA winners for books published in 2014:LITERARY DIVISIONFICTION CATEGORY – NOVEL (English Language)Dwellers, by Eliza Victoria, Visprint, Inc.FICTION CATEGORY – NOVEL (Filipino Language)Si Janus Silang continue reading : Winners in the 34th NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS
- 28 Jan 2016
On November 11 to 13, 2015, the National Book Development Board in partnership with Center for Creative Writing of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines is presenting Booklatan sa Bayan: The 1st PUP Lit Fest. Booklatan sa Bayan is a quarterly program of NBDB that aims to promote a culture of reading and lifelong learning continue reading : Booklatan sa Bayan goes to PUP
- 28 Jan 2016
In celebration of the 32nd National Children’s Book Day, the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in partnership with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY), will be holding a summit, entitled “Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit,” on July 21, 2015, at the Elements at Centris in Quezon City.The Philippine Children’s Book continue reading : Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit
- 28 Jan 2016
In celebration of the 32nd National Children’s Book Day, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) in partnership with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) will be holding a summit, entitled “Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit,” on July 21, 2015 in Quezon City. The Philippine Children’s book summit will feature international continue reading : Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit
- 28 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are calling upon all NBDB-registered publishers to submit their nominations for the National Book Awards 2015.Nominated titles in Filipino and English published within 2014 are eligible for the award. As in previous years, a third language is included for nominated titles in the continue reading : Call for Nominations: The 34th National Book Awards
- 28 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB), the government agency mandated to develop and support the Philippine book publishing industry, has recently launched a call for applications for the National Book Development Trust Fund (NBDTF) Grant for 2015. Authors and organizations are invited to submit at least 25% of their manuscripts or research works for books. continue reading : Call for Applications: The 2015 National Book Development Trust Fund Grant (P200,000 each)
- 28 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board is inviting its registered writers, artists, editors, translators, and other individuals in the publishing industry to an afternoon of ideas exchange on June 18 2014 at 1:00PM. This kapihan session will be held at the NBDB Office located at Unit 2401, Prestige Tower, F. Ortigas Jr. Road (formerly Emerald Avenue), continue reading : NBDB Kapihan with Writers
- 28 Jan 2016
BIR released today Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 32-2014 which declares the extension for submission of the required affidavit and official appointment books by self-employed individuals or professionals. The deadline, which was originally set on May 6, 2013, is now May 31, 2014, giving professionals more time to prepare their documentary requirements.For further inquiries, please visit continue reading : BIR extends deadline for submission of affidavit of rates and appointment books up to May 31
- 28 Jan 2016
• December 7 — READER CONFERENCE to be held at the Ateneo de Manila University Rizal Library
- 28 Jan 2016
November 29 — READ ALOUD SERIES, Apolonio Samson Elementary School, Quezon City8:00 AM Opening Remarks by Flor Marie Sta.Romana-Cruz, NBDB Chair 8:10 AM Opening Number, “Ako’y Isang Mabuting Pilipino” by Noel Cabangon 8:30 AM Performance by PETA, “Super Woman si Inay” written by Segundo Matias, Jr. 9:00 AM Storytelling and open forum, “The Magic Circle” continue reading : November 29 — READ ALOUD SERIES, Apolonio Samson Elementary School, Quezon City
- 28 Jan 2016
November 25-26 — BOOKLATAN SA BAYAN, Koronadal City and General Santos City, South Cotabato
- 27 Jan 2016
November 11 — University of Santo Tomas Center for Creative Writing and Literary Studies (Program) November 12 — De La Salle University Department of Literature (Program) November 13 — Ateneo de Manila University Rizal Library (Program) November 14 — University of the Philippines Institute of Creative Writing (Program) November 15 — Ayala Museum (Program) November continue reading : November 11 – 16 TEXT AND THE CITY – 4th PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL LITERARY FESTIVAL
- 27 Jan 2016
Once upon a time, in an unassailable fort, an invisible kingdom, a secret galaxy, lived a child— you. You were a rebel, a fairy, an alien. You were different, brave, and inquisitive. Though you were sometimes hurt, confused, let down, you always found courage. You battled bullies, monsters, and fought the mundane. One day, you continue reading : Little Lit Festival
- 27 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) proudly present the entries for the 2nd National Children’s Book Awards. The awarding ceremony will be conducted at the Mind Museum, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on Saturday, July 28 at 2:00 p.m. The winners will receive trophies and cash continue reading : National Children’s Book Awards 2012
- 27 Jan 2016
This year’s celebration will be launched with a storytelling session on 17th of July. The Philippines’ Prima Ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde will read a storybook to a group of grade schoolers. The registration will start at 10:00 a.m. at the Event Center, Lower Ground Floor, Building A of SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.Featured are the newest storybooks continue reading : NBDB Celebrates National Children’s Book Day 2012 with Lisa Macuja-Elizalde
- 27 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board joined SM Supermalls and SM Foundation in the kick-off celebration of the 2010 National Children’s BookDay at the SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City last July 20, 2010. The event was also simultaneously celebrated in 35 SM Supermalls nationwide. The story reading sessions of the NBDB’s Get Caught Reading celebrity advocates continue reading : National Children’s Book Day at SM Megamall
- 27 Jan 2016
The two government banks are now portfolio managers for the trust fund for Filipino authors.The National Book Development Board (NBDB) officers led by its Chairman, Dr. Dennis T. Gonzalez and Executive Director Atty. Andrea Pasion-Flores, signed an agreement last 16 June 2010 to set up two (2) trust fund accounts with the Development Bank of continue reading : NBDB Sets up Trust Fund for Filipino Authors with Two Government Banks.
- 27 Jan 2016
More than 150 teacher and librarians attended the NBDB’s Booklatan sa Bayan program held in Cotabato City and Iloilo City early this year. Series of training events and lectures were held in the two key cities that include readership development, storytelling, and copyright concerns.The Booklatan sa Cotabato is part of the NBDB and World Bank continue reading : Booklatan sa Bayan in Cotabato and Iloilo
- 22 Jan 2016
Now on its 4th year, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for the Young (PBBY) will present the National Children’s Book Awards on July 2016. The NCBA will give honor to the best books for children and young adults (0-19 years) published during the years 2014 and 2015.The National continue reading : Call for Nominations: 2016 National Children’s Book Awards
- 22 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are pleased to announce the winners of the 34th National Book Awards (NBA). Below is the list of NBA winners for books published in 2014: LITERARY DIVISION FICTION CATEGORY – NOVEL (English Language) Dwellers, by Eliza Victoria, Visprint, Inc. FICTION CATEGORY – NOVEL continue reading : Winners in the 34th NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS
- 22 Jan 2016
On November 11 to 13, 2015, the National Book Development Board in partnership with Center for Creative Writing of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines is presenting Booklatan sa Bayan: The 1st PUP Lit Fest. Booklatan sa Bayan is a quarterly program of NBDB that aims to promote a culture of reading and lifelong learning continue reading : Booklatan sa Bayan goes to PUP
- 22 Jan 2016
As the government agency mandated to protect and enhance the growth of the local book industry, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) provides services, programs, and projects that cater to authors, illustrators, readers, publishers, book importers, and book distributors. These programs include Kapihan Sessions, consultative meetings for various stakeholders; Booklatan sa Bayan, a nationwide seminar-workshop continue reading : GROWING SUPPORT FOR BOOKS AND AUTHORS
- 22 Jan 2016
In celebration of the 32nd National Children’s Book Day, the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in partnership with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY), will be holding a summit, entitled “Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit,” on July 21, 2015, at the Elements at Centris in Quezon City. The Philippine Children’s continue reading : Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit
- 22 Jan 2016
In celebration of the 32nd National Children’s Book Day, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) in partnership with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) will be holding a summit, entitled “Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit,” on July 21, 2015 in Quezon City. The Philippine Children’s book summit will feature international continue reading : Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit
- 22 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle (MCC) are calling upon all NBDB-registered publishers to submit their nominations for the National Book Awards 2015. Nominated titles in Filipino and English published within 2014 are eligible for the award. As in previous years, a third language is included for nominated titles in continue reading : Call for Nominations: The 34th National Book Awards
- 22 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB), the government agency mandated to develop and support the Philippine book publishing industry, has recently launched a call for applications for the National Book Development Trust Fund (NBDTF) Grant for 2015. Authors and organizations are invited to submit at least 25% of their manuscripts or research works for books. continue reading : Call for Applications: The 2015 National Book Development Trust Fund Grant (P200,000 each)
- 22 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board is inviting its registered writers, artists, editors, translators, and other individuals in the publishing industry to an afternoon of ideas exchange on June 18 2014 at 1:00PM. This kapihan session will be held at the NBDB Office located at Unit 2401, Prestige Tower, F. Ortigas Jr. Road (formerly Emerald Avenue), continue reading : NBDB Kapihan with Writers
- 22 Jan 2016
BIR released today Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 32-2014 which declares the extension for submission of the required affidavit and official appointment books by self-employed individuals or professionals. The deadline, which was originally set on May 6, 2013, is now May 31, 2014, giving professionals more time to prepare their documentary requirements. For further inquiries, please continue reading : BIR extends deadline for submission of affidavit of rates and appointment books up to May 31
- 22 Jan 2016
November 29 — READ ALOUD SERIES, Apolonio Samson Elementary School, Quezon City 8:00 AM Opening Remarks by Flor Marie Sta.Romana-Cruz, NBDB Chair 8:10 AM Opening Number, “Ako’y Isang Mabuting Pilipino” by Noel Cabangon 8:30 AM Performance by PETA, “Super Woman si Inay” written by Segundo Matias, Jr. 9:00 AM Storytelling and open forum, “The Magic continue reading : November 29 — READ ALOUD SERIES, Apolonio Samson Elementary School, Quezon City
- 22 Jan 2016
November 25-26 — BOOKLATAN SA BAYAN, Koronadal City and General Santos City, South Cotabato
- 22 Jan 2016
November 11 — University of Santo Tomas Center for Creative Writing and Literary Studies (Program) November 12 — De La Salle University Department of Literature (Program) November 13 — Ateneo de Manila University Rizal Library (Program) November 14 — University of the Philippines Institute of Creative Writing (Program) November 15 — Ayala Museum (Program) November continue reading : November 11 – 16 TEXT AND THE CITY – 4th PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL LITERARY FESTIVAL
- 22 Jan 2016
Once upon a time, in an unassailable fort, an invisible kingdom, a secret galaxy, lived a child— you. You were a rebel, a fairy, an alien. You were different, brave, and inquisitive. Though you were sometimes hurt, confused, let down, you always found courage. You battled bullies, monsters, and fought the mundane. One day, you continue reading : Little Lit Festival
- 22 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) proudly present the entries for the 2nd National Children’s Book Awards. The awarding ceremony will be conducted at the Mind Museum, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on Saturday, July 28 at 2:00 p.m. The winners will receive trophies and cash continue reading : National Children’s Book Awards 2012
- 22 Jan 2016
This year’s celebration will be launched with a storytelling session on 17th of July. The Philippines’ Prima Ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde will read a storybook to a group of grade schoolers. The registration will start at 10:00 a.m. at the Event Center, Lower Ground Floor, Building A of SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. Featured are the newest continue reading : NBDB Celebrates National Children’s Book Day 2012 with Lisa Macuja-Elizalde
- 22 Jan 2016
The National Book Development Board joined SM Supermalls and SM Foundation in the kick-off celebration of the 2010 National Children’s BookDay at the SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City last July 20, 2010. The event was also simultaneously celebrated in 35 SM Supermalls nationwide.
- 22 Jan 2016
The two government banks are now portfolio managers for the trust fund for Filipino authors. The National Book Development Board (NBDB) officers led by its Chairman, Dr. Dennis T. Gonzalez and Executive Director Atty. Andrea Pasion-Flores, signed an agreement last 16 June 2010 to set up two (2) trust fund accounts with the Development Bank continue reading : NBDB Sets up Trust Fund for Filipino Authors with Two Government Banks.
- 22 Jan 2016
More than 150 teacher and librarians attended the NBDB’s Booklatan sa Bayan program held in Cotabato City and Iloilo City early this year. Series of training events and lectures were held in the two key cities that include readership development, storytelling, and copyright concerns.