The Directorate of International Book Exhibitions and Fairs has prepared a rights catalogue of Russian children’s literature for international publishers and literary agents. It continues the Directorate’s efforts to promote Russian books internationally, following the publication of a general rights catalogue for the 39th Moscow International Book Fair.

More than 200 titles were submitted for consideration. Following the selection process, 50 works by Russian authors and illustrators were included in the children’s catalogue, spanning fiction and illustrated non-fiction. The English-language publication introduces international publishing professionals to the works, their creators and publishers, providing a basis for further discussions on translation rights and publishing partnerships.

The catalogue will be presented at the China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair (CCBF 2026). Elena Grebeneva, Director of the Moscow International Book Fair, will attend as part of the delegation. She will introduce the catalogue to international colleagues and discuss the Moscow International Book Fair and its role in fostering professional connections across borders.

In her presentation, Elena Grebeneva will highlight the opportunities that book fairs offer children’s publishers, illustrators and rights holders, as well as the long-standing cooperation between Russia and China. She will also invite partners to the 40th anniversary edition of the Moscow International Book Fair in 2027.

The catalogue’s presentation in Shanghai aims to raise awareness of Russian children’s literature among international publishing professionals and help establish new contacts to support its translation and publication abroad.

Catalog of rights in English

Catalog of rights in Chinese