El Valencia Comic Fair, held at the venue of Feria ValenciaIt has closed its doors after receiving more than 30.000 visitors over the weekend, driven by an internationalization strategy and the consolidation of its Rights Market as a business hub for publishers and creators.
Commercial milestone: The rights market and international projection
One of the strategic pillars of this edition has been the strengthening of Rights MarketA space designed for interaction between publishers, agents, and authors. This forum has established itself as a key platform for the international projection of comics and the generation of new business opportunities in the B2B sector.
As explained Pedro F. Medina, President of the AEPV (Associació d’Editorials del País Valencià), the business area has achieved outstanding results: “The rights market area has been a resounding success, with more than 110 meetings and nine international publishers invited thanks to the cooperation of IVACE«.
| Activity Indicator | Recorded Data |
|---|---|
| Total attendance | More than 30.000 people |
| Rights meetings | +110 professional meetings |
| International publishers invited | 9 (via IVACE) |
| New spaces presented | AU-K! and Content Creators |
Growth of the publishing sector and institutional representation
The convention has not only grown in size, but also in its representative impact. The president of the AEPV has confirmed that the Valencian publishers They show high satisfaction both commercially and professionally, reporting a significant increase in visits to the exhibitors' area compared to the previous year.
The event has also been supported by Ministerio de Cultura, who chose this stage for the presentation of the poster for National Comic Book DayThis institutional support, along with the presence of authors from all five continents, places the Valencian event at the forefront of the sector at a national level.
- Internationalization: Participation of authors from all five continents.
- Innovation: Success of new formats such as the zone AU-K! and the Content Creators area.
- Culture Impact: Celebration of the "Battle of Cartoonists" with figures such as Raina Telgemeier, K. O’Neill, Vincent Caut y Arkaitz González.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Valencia Comic Book Fair
What impact has the Rights Market had on this edition?
It has established itself as a strategic space with more than 110 professional meetings and the participation of nine international publishers, facilitated by the cooperation of IVACE.
How has the number of visitors evolved?
The show has registered a record number of more than 30.000 visitors, exceeding initial expectations and achieving growth in the exhibitors' area compared to last year.
What is the salon's positioning after this event?
It reaffirms its position as an essential fair for the Spanish publishing sector, reinforced by the presence of Ministerio de Cultura and a program featuring globally renowned authors.
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