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Frankfurt Book Fair 2007

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Frankfurt — As the publishing industry is merging with other media activities, the time is right to prepare for Frankfurt Book Fair 2007, October 10-14, in Frankfurt, Germany, the world's largest marketplace for trading in publishing rights and licenses. The upcoming event is once again expected to set new records. This year, more than 7,000 publishing companies from over 100 countries presenting 380,000 titles will meet some 280,000 trade visitors. Authors and publishers, booksellers and librarians, art dealers and illustrators, agents and journalists, information brokers and readers will gather in six exhibition halls. The exhibition concept will largely remain the same due to the high level of satisfaction among exhibitors and visitors alike. The fair's highlights address a growing trend towards digitization and increased networking in the publishing industry. They include:

  • Digital Market Place
  • Web 2.0 Living Room
  • Literary Agents & Scouts Center

The U.S. Commercial Service will be present throughout Frankfurt Book Fair 2007 as part of the Educational Publishing Pavilion (EPP) in hall 4.2, booth A403, organized by the Association of Educational Publishers. We will be available to assist you in finding suitable U.S. business partners, and can offer other customized services, all designed to give you first-hand access to U.S. products and services.

U.S. Exhibitors Looking for Partners (IFP Program)

The below listed U.S. exhibitors are participating in the Industry Focused Promotion (IFP) program at Frankfurt Book Fair 2007, October 10-14, in Frankfurt, Germany. They are looking for international partners around the world. The U.S. Commercial Service can help you to get in touch with them. Select the companies that you are interested in, provide your contact information below and you will receive their contact details, including contact name, phone number, email, detailed product description, etc. If you would like to receive further assistance, we can also facilitate an introduction to these companies.

This program is designed to generate relevant business leads. In order to help us ensure the highest level of service to you and all participating firms, please be discriminating in your selection. Thank you!

List of IFP Participants

Frankfurt Book Fair 2007 IFP Participants
Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.
http://www.bkconnection.com
Product categories: Business/professional
Products/services: Berrett-Koehler sells translation rights to its high quality non-fiction books in the areas of business, personal development and current affairs.
Objectives: Establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Japan, Korea, Poland, Israel, Greece, Thailand
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

BookMasters, Inc.
http://www.bookmasters.com
Product categories: Other
Products/services: BookMasters is the single source that provides publishers with the most comprehensive menu of integrated services available in the industry today. They can handle every step of the publishing process from initial documentation and developmental editing to page layout, cover design, manufacturing, warehousing, fulfillment, marketing, and distribution. Value-added services include pre-publishing services, online sales through AtlasBooks.com, ePublishing, and CD/DVD duplication services.
Objectives: Other: To offer international publishers the same services that they have been offering u.s. publishers nearly 40 years, which includes book printing, binding, warehousing, fulfillment, marketing, distribution, composition and editorial services.
Subsidiaries in: none
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: USA
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: USA

Brighter Minds Media, Inc.
http://brightermindsmedia.com
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books, e-book/print-on-demand/software
Products/services: Interactive DVD Games: Jurassic Park, Marvel Super Heroes, Nancy Drew. Specializing in novelty books for children. Book brands: PBS Kids, Marvel, CareBears, My Little Pony. Software: Caillou, Diner Dash, Land Before Time, Cartoon Network.
Objectives: Direct sales, joint ventures, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Creative Book Publishers International
http://www.bookpubintl.com
Product categories: Audio/audiobook, other
Products/services: Non-fiction english language books.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying representative or agent
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Creative Homeowner
http://creativehomeowner.com
Product categories: Art/film/photograpy/coffeebook, maps/reference/technical, other
Products/services: Creative Homeowner is North America's leading publisher of high value books in the categories of home design and decor, home improvement and repair, home plans, and arts and crafts. Their books feature extensive four-color photography (both step-by-step how-to and inspirational photography), detailed four-color illustrations, authoritative text written by experts and featuring the most recent trends and state of the art products.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, joint ventures, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: UK, Turkey, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Canada
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: India

Eaglemont
http://eaglemont.com
Product categories: Accessories/Retail Services/Supplies, Children’s Books/Educational Books, Music/Videos/Media Products, Other
Products/services: Eaglemont is seeking brand extensions for the Adventures of Riley book series through brand licensing into all children’s product areas. Eaglemont is seeking licensees, product developers, film and TV networks as well as studios and producers (www.eaglemont.com).
Objectives: Establishing licensing agreements, Joint ventures
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

eSpindle Learning
http://www.eSpindle.org
Product categories: E-Book/Print-on-Demand/Software, Other
Products/services: Customized vocabulary practice based on personalized profile online. Includes 100,000 words with audio and extensive resources. Effective study aid/annual membership; all ages & skill levels. Add your own words or follow our modules. Nonprofit. Word Cup host.
Objectives: Identifying distributor, Establishing licensing agreements, Identifying representative or agent, Joint ventures
Subsidiaries in: USA
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: USA

Facts On File
http://www.factsonfile.com
Product categories: Literature/history, maps/reference/technical
Products/services: Facts On File is one of America’s leading publishers of print and online reference materials for the school and library market. The company's list has grown to over 1,300 titles and spans a range of subject areas such as world history, literature, science and technology, careers, social issues, and others.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: China, South America, Philippines
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Gallopade International, Inc.
http://www.gallopade.com
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books
Products/services: Around the World in 80 Mysteries series for children combine current-day mystery with history and include Mystery on the Great Barrier Reef, Mystery at the Eiffel Tower, more! Other series are Pretty Darn Scary Mysteries, Disasters, more. Rights available.
Objectives: Seeking rights buyers who are interested in our mystery story products
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Galt Printing LLC
http://www.galtprinting.com
Product categories: Business/professional, children’s books/educational books, health/medical/science, literature/history
Products/services: Galt Printing offers turnkey printing solutions by integrating pre-press, press, and logistics solutions. With production facilities located off-shore, the company achieves all-in prices that are 35-50% lower than competitors. With Galt Printing’s flexible production runs, delivery times are reduced from months to a matter of weeks.
Objectives: Identifying representative or agent
Subsidiaries in: Argentina
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: USA, Canada, Puerto Rico

Highlights for Children
http://www.highlights.com
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books
Products/services: Highlights for Children publishes High Five® and Highlights for Children® magazines as well as children’s literature (Boyds Mills Press), games, puzzles, and activities (Boyds Mills and Highlights), textbooks for English learners (Zaner-Bloser), skill development workbooks (Essential Learning Products), and professional books for teachers (Stenhouse Publishers).
Objectives: Joint ventures, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Exclusive distribution for one or more imprints in Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Algeria, Bahrain, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Greece, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malta, Morocco, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan,
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Human Kinetics
http://www.humankinetics.com
Product categories: Other
Products/services: Human Kinetics meets the needs of teachers, coaches, professionals, researchers, sport participants, and fitness enthusiasts. Their objective is produce quality books, DVDs, and resources to promote physical activity through and fitness.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying representative or agent
Subsidiaries in: Europe, Australia, Canada, New Zealand
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Asia and the Middle East
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Most of Africa, Central and South America

IGI Global (Idea Group Inc.)
http://www.igi-pub.com
Product categories: Business/professional, e-book/print-on-demand/software, health/medical/science, maps/reference/technical
Products/services: IGI Global is an innovative publishing company specializing in information science, technology and management books, encyclopedias, handbooks of research, journals, teaching, cases, and full-text databases.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, joint ventures, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements, other (interested in licensing rights to translate our titles into languages other than English)
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

International Transactions, Inc.
http://intltrans.com
Product categories: Literature/history
Products/services: Literary agency of over 30 years standing. They represent published authors, 1st time authors and artists whose work is suited to the European market, often as a 1st time publication.
Objectives: Establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Norway

Last Gasp
http://www.lastgasp.com
Product categories: Art/Film/Photograpy/Coffeebook, Literature/History, Other
Products/services: Our main focus is on luxurious art books, with an emphasis on contemporary art and painters from the Pop Surrealist school. We also publish and distribute unique graphic novels, fiction, poetry, photography, and gift items.
Objectives: Direct sales, Identifying distributor, Establishing licensing agreements, Identifying representative or agent
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: UK
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: EU, Japan, Sweeden, France, Germany

Lexi-Comp Inc.
http://www.lexi.com
Product categories: Health/Medical/Science publisher
Products/services: Medical publisher specialising in point of case clinical reference information. We publish in online, PDA and print formats, license data and partner with medical system providers on content integration
Objectives: Direct sales, Identifying distributor, Establishing licensing agreements, Identifying representative or agent, Joint ventures
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Lion Heart Autographs, Inc.
http://www.lionheartautographs.com
Product categories: Literature/history, other
Products/services: With over 30,000 copies in print in the United States, the foreign language rights to "The Fifty Greatest Love Letters of All Time" are available exclusively from Lion Heart Autographs. Japanese, Korean and Israeli rights have already been sold.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Lynne Rienner Publishers, Inc.
http://www.rienner.com
Product categories: Other
Products/services: Scholarly books and textbooks (university level and beyond) as well as reference books in the social sciences (especially international relations, comparative politics, and sociology). Also, literature from Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Caribbean.
Objectives: Direct sales, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: All of Europe, Australia
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: India and Pakistan; Southeast Asia

Marshall Cavendish Corporation
http://www.marshallcavendish.us/marshallcavendish-us/index.xml
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books
Products/services: Multi-volume, full-color encyclopedias on a variety of subjects; nonfiction series on curriculum related subjects; childrens's picture books, fiction, and cookbooks; online reference resources.
Objectives: Identifying distributor; identifying representative or agent; establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Thailand

Mason Crest Publishers
http://www.masoncrest.com
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books
Products/services: Young adult publisher of series of non-fiction books fully covering specific current topics. Audience: grades 6-12. Library hardbound and paperback formats. Wide range of cutting edge topics, i.e., Hip-Hop, Obesity, Forensics, Antidepressants, Helping Youth w/Mental, Physical & Social Disabilities, Africa: Progress & Problems.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Malaysia, Singapore, South Africa, Europe, Canada
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Middle East

National Science Teachers Association
http://www.nsta.org
Product categories: Audio/audiobook, health/medical/science
Products/services: NSTA develops books and other products for teachers on astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental science, and physical science. Many NSTA books provide just-in-time activities, others offer in-depth background on core science content.
Objectives: Identifying distributor, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Japan

PennWell
http://pennwellbooks.com
Product categories: Business/professional, e-book/print-on-demand/software, music/videos/media products
Products/services: PennWell is the publisher of technical & training books for the petroleum, electric power, water, and dental industries, as well as publisher of Fire Engineering Books & Videos.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, identifying representative or agent
Subsidiaries in: England
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: India, Lebanon, Singapore, Mexico, Denmark, Pakistan,

Perfection Learning Corporation
http://www.perfectionlearning.com
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books, health/medical/science, literature/history
Products/services: High-interest books with easy readability for students learning English or struggling with reading for ages 8-16; content-area reading in science, world geography and cultures for ages 6-14; reading and vocabulary skill development programs across all grade levels; upper level (ages 12-18) literature, grammar and writing programs (both textbooks and supplemental materials); theatre and speech textbooks for middle and high school level students.
Objectives: Identifying distributor, identifying representative or agent, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: South Korea, Canada, Hong Kong, and Australia

powerHouse Books
http://www.powerhousebooks.com
Product categories: Art/film/photograpy/coffeebook
Products/services: Illustrated art and photography books.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, joint ventures, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Europe, Canada, Japan, Australia, South Africa
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

Saddleback Educational Publishing
http://www.sdlback.com
Product categories: Children’s books/educational books
Products/services: Saddleback publishes high-interest, supplementary textbooks, workbooks, read-alongs, paperback books, reproducibles, and more in all subject areas for elementary, middle and high school students, plus ESL, adult and at risk learners.
Objectives: Direct sales, identifying distributor, establishing licensing agreements
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Thailand, Taiwan, Singapore, Phillipines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: India, Australia, South Korea, Egypt, Ireland

Teaching Strategies, Inc.
http://www.TeachingStrategies.com
Product categories: Children’s Books/Educational Books
Products/services: Printed materials and resources for parents, teachers and administrators in the field of early childhood education. This year featuring LearningGames, the world's most research-validated parenting materials.
Objectives: Identifying distributor, Establishing licensing agreements, Research & development, Joint ventures
Subsidiaries in: n/a
Exclusive agents/distributors already established in: Canada, Japan, Australia
Non-exclusive agents/distributors already established in: n/a

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