Program

The Jerusalem International Book Forum brings together publishing professionals from around the world. The 2025 JIBF will take place between May 18^th and May 20^th in a different and more intimate format. The JIBF will address, as usual, issues which stand at the heart of the publishing world as well as the events which have transpired in Israel since Oct. 7^th, 2023. Participation in the JIBF’s events requires pre-registration and confirmation of registration and is contingent on availability.

The 2025 JIBF will include, among other activities, the awarding of the Jerusalem Prize to French author Michel Houellebecq* (for invitees only); an panel on Israeli literature during the past year featuring local authors; a screening of Kafka’s Last Trial and a meeting with author Benjamin Balint; a panel of journalists about war coverage; a workshop (roundtables) featuring editors and publishers about literature’s ability and responsibility (or lack thereof) to react to current events in real time and a panel about book banning and boycotts.

Please note that the 2025 JIBF events will take place at Mishkenot Sha’ananim.

For pre-registration and confirmation of registration please contact us: sharon@ariel.org.il

Please mention your professional role (author, editor, publisher or agent), affiliation (name of publishing house, agency or freelance) and the events you would like to take part in.

*Michel Houellebecq will take part in a public event during the Writers Festival of Mishkenot Sha’ananim.