Blog
September 24, 2024
While we are preparing the Frankfurt Book Fair and the new Fall catalogue is on print, we want to share with you the letter from NoemĂ MercadĂ©, our Editorial Director:  Elementary, dear readers! Mystery literature has always fascinated readers of all ages. Its ability to weave twisty plots and create memorable protagonists has kept the interest […]
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September 12, 2024
Combel attended the 5th Professional Conference along the Bienal. The fifth edition of the fellowship was held on September 4th and 5th, during the 27th SĂŁo Paulo International Book Fair. Promoted by the CBL, through Brazilian Publishers, in partnership with ApexBrasil (the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency) and the support of the Ministry […]
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June 28, 2024
We have good news and want to share them with you. One of our most beloved illustrators, Pep Montserrat has been awarded with the National Illustration Prize by the Spanish Ministry of Culture. The jury values his great capacity to construct meanings that go beyond the simple visual display with his own recognisable voice. Also, the […]
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June 12, 2024
After one year of readings, the winners of the 8th edition of the Llibre Vivent (Living Book) were finally unveiled last Saturday at the Palais des rois de Majorque, in Perpignan (France). A very special award. How does it work? The Llibre Vivent is much more than a literary prize. It is organised by the Media Library […]
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May 14, 2024
World Oceans Day
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Celebrating the oceans and the seas with Combel books World Oceans Day is celebrated every year on 8th June. The UN created this commemoration to raise awareness about the crucial role the ocean plays in our lives. That day also marks a reminder of the urge of preserving and safeguarding our entire blue planet. […]
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February 26, 2024
Nurturing a love of reading in kids While we are preparing the Bologna Book Fair and the new Spring catalogue is on print, we want to share with you the letter from the Editorial Director: Building the library from the nest If we want to nurture a love of reading, it is important that children, from […]
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January 25, 2024
What better way to start the year? While we are fixing appointments for Bologna Book Fair and working on the new Spring catalogues, we have received the excellent news that Mariana Ruiz Johnson artwork will be showcased at the BCBF Illustrators Exhibition, 58th edition. Her work was selected from more than 3500 submissions by artists from all over the […]
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November 28, 2023
Share the true meaning of Christmas with us! Christmas time has arrived. The colorful lights have been turned on, the traditional Santa Llucia Christmas market has been inaugurated next to the Cathedral and carols are playing in the streets. Christmas has also arrived at the bookstore. The shelves are overflowing with novelties. This year’s campaign is very special for […]
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August 2, 2023
A sneak peek Fall’23 new titles
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Begin trembling with fear… While we are currently working on the new catalogue and updating the new titles blog, we would like to share with you a few words from our Editorial Director. It is a reflection on fear in children’s literature, which gives many clues as to the leitmotif of Combel’s next campaign: […]
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June 26, 2023
An interview by Pelio Papadia, editor-in-chief of TaλÎș Magazine and talcmag.gr First question for our audience: Who is Ăngels Navarro and what made her decide that she wanted to write for children? Ăngels Navarro is a child psychologist, specialised in cognitive development, who worked for many years with children with special needs: Down’s Syndrome, autistic […]
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