THE LONDON BOOK FAIR 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF STORIES AND STRATEGY. WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS COMMERCE. STORYTELLING ON A GLOBAL STAGE. BOOKS. BUSINESS. BREAKTHROUGHS. IDEAS THAT TRAVEL BEYOND BORDERS. THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE FOR STORIES. WHERE STORIES FIND THE WORLD.
When The London Book Fair first opened its doors in 1971, it was created with a clear vision: to build a global meeting place where the publishing world could connect, collaborate, and grow. What began as a modest industry gathering in the United Kingdom quickly evolved into one of the most influential publishing events worldwide. Over the decades, the Fair has become a central hub for rights negotiations, literary discovery, and creative exchange, shaping how stories travel across cultures and audiences. Today, it stands as a cornerstone of the international publishing calendar, bringing together voices that define the present and future of storytelling.
Each year, Olympia London transforms into a vibrant ecosystem of ideas where creativity and commerce meet. Its grand exhibition halls fill with publishers, authors, literary agents, technology innovators, and industry professionals from around the world. Visitors step into a dynamic environment where books are launched, partnerships are formed, and conversations spark new directions for literature. From thought-provoking seminars and panel discussions to networking sessions and book showcases, the Fair offers a space where stories move beyond pages and into global conversations.
The 2026 edition carries the inspiring theme “Stories Without Limits – Creativity Unleashed,” reflecting the Fair’s commitment to celebrating innovation, artistic freedom, and the ever-expanding possibilities of storytelling. The theme recognizes that literature continues to evolve across formats, cultures, and perspectives, encouraging creators to push boundaries and explore new ways of reaching readers. It captures the spirit of a publishing landscape driven by imagination, diversity of voices, and the power of ideas that transcend borders.
Thousands of exhibitors participate in the London Book Fair each year, representing a wide spectrum of the global publishing industry. Major publishing houses, independent presses, literary agencies, educational institutions, and emerging creative platforms come together to showcase their work and discover new opportunities. The exhibition floor becomes a living map of the literary world, where established names and emerging voices share the same stage, united by a commitment to meaningful storytelling and creative expression.
Amid this vibrant showcase of creativity, Kravitz and Sons is proud to join the conversation at the London Book Fair 2026. We’re thrilled to exhibit Will the Real Human Being Please Stand Up! Discovering Your Hidden Self by Jean Marie Van Derhoff, a thought-provoking exploration of human awareness, free choice, and the realities of love, truth, and responsibility. The book examines how our behaviors are shaped, tracing them back to early reactive choices and revealing how these patterns develop over time.
This work reflects a deep understanding of human behavior and challenges readers to confront the beliefs that lead to daily struggles. Through detailed observations and supported studies, Jean Marie Van Derhoff presents ideas that encourage reflection and personal awareness, offering readers a chance to better understand themselves and the choices they make.
Seeing Beyond the Surface
Jean Marie Van Derhoff brings a unique perspective shaped by her life experiences and abilities. From a young age, she recognized that she could perceive both the conscious and subconscious aspects of people, which influenced her understanding of human behavior. Over time, she learned to use this ability to help others navigate their own personal challenges.
Her career included giving clairvoyant psychological readings and leading seminars focused on personal development. Working with professionals such as doctors, psychiatrists, and psychologists, she spent decades helping individuals better understand themselves. Her writing reflects this same approach, combining observation, experience, and insight.
Understanding the Human Experience
Will the Real Human Being Please Stand Up! Discovering Your Hidden Self explores what it means to be human. The book introduces the concepts of awareness and free choice as equalizing forces that shape every individual’s life, regardless of their circumstances.
It also examines common behaviors and challenges widely accepted beliefs that may lead to unnecessary suffering. By tracing behavioral patterns back to their earliest origins, the book shows how repeated choices shape long-term habits and reactions.
Readers are guided through examples and explanations that connect psychological understanding with everyday life. The result is a reflective and informative work that encourages readers to think about their actions, beliefs, and the deeper reasons behind them.
A Closer Look at Who We Are
This book invites readers to reflect on their own lives and the choices that shape them. It offers a perspective grounded in observation and experience, encouraging a deeper understanding of human behavior.