The event marked an exciting milestone for Reading Glass Books as it introduced its growing collection of independent titles to an international audience. At Hall 29, Mall 1, Stand B1, the bookstore showcased more than 70 carefully selected books across a variety of genres, inviting visitors to explore new voices and unique stories.
Leading up to the fair, Reading Glass Books launched The Reading Glass Catalog, featuring nearly 80 curated titles from its talented community of authors. The team also promoted its debut through author features, event announcements, and social media campaigns, creating excitement before the doors even opened.
Throughout the four-day event, the Reading Glass Books booth welcomed a steady stream of readers, publishing professionals, and fellow exhibitors. Visitors browsed the collection, learned about the featured books, and connected with the team, making the booth a lively place for conversation and literary discovery.
A highlight of the event was the participation of authors Maryjane Spillane (author of Nan’s Alphabet for Children) and David Pinkston (author of To Open One’s Eyes and The Untold Story of Satan’s Seed), who met readers during special book signing sessions. They shared the inspiration behind their books and had the opportunity to connect with visitors from different parts of the world. Although Nina Kelly was unable to attend in person, three of her titles (Athena the Brave, Athena, Tudor, and the Eagle, and Honeybee Treehouse) were proudly displayed at the booth, allowing attendees to discover her work.
Reading Glass Books also celebrated the launches of A Journey Through Time by Mary Ann Dratch and The Golden No by Tiffany Thornton. The launch events attracted readers eager to learn more about the new releases and celebrate the authors behind them.
Beyond the featured events, visitors enjoyed exploring the bookstore’s diverse collection of titles. From fiction and children’s books to inspirational and nonfiction works, the display reflected Reading Glass Books’ commitment to supporting authors with different stories, perspectives, and creative voices.
The successful debut at BolognaBookPlus marks another step in Reading Glass Books’ growing international journey. As the bookstore continues to participate in global literary events, it remains committed to helping independent authors reach new audiences and sharing stories that inspire, educate, and bring people together.
