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 Jason and the Golden Coin by Monika Rossa Wheatley, a charming and imaginative tale that transforms a simple childhood discovery into a doorway to history. When a young boy finds a mysterious golden coin hidden beneath his bedroom floor, he begins an unforgettable conversation that bridges generations, revolutions, and shifting values. The book radiates imagination and warmth, inviting young readers to see history as something alive and personal rather than distant and dull. In a place where stories truly have no limits, this one sparkles with timeless curiosity.
A Storyteller Who Paints with Memory
Monika Rossa Wheatley brings more than creativity to her children’s storytelling. She brings depth. Born in Warsaw and shaped by a Europe marked by political upheaval, she understands the weight of history and the importance of passing it down gently but honestly. As both an artist and a mother of five, she writes with empathy and clarity, never underestimating the intelligence of young readers.
Her writing style is conversational, layered with humor and quiet wisdom. She uses simple dialogue to explore complex ideas like value, revolution, and legacy. The result is a story that feels light and accessible on the surface but carries meaningful insight underneath.
A Coin That Carries a Kingdom
The story begins at Jason’s eighth birthday party, where among exciting gifts, he receives an old teddy bear that leaves him unimpressed. That night, he discovers a shiny golden coin hidden beneath his desk. What follows is magical. The coin speaks, revealing itself as bearing the portrait of a Czar and sharing stories from another time.
Through Jason’s curious questions, readers are introduced to rubles, mints, revolutions, wartime scarcity, and shifting economic value. The Czar explains how the same coin once bought a horse, then later struggled to buy bread during revolution. The narrative moves between Jason’s cozy bedroom and the turbulent historical moments lived by his ancestors, including Granny Lucy, who hid coins during wartime.
The lessons are subtle yet powerful. Value changes. Power shifts. Wealth can protect or disappear overnight. Most importantly, history lives within families. The characters are few but meaningful, with Jason representing curiosity and innocence, and the Czar embodying memory and lived experience. It is educational without feeling like a lecture, imaginative without losing emotional grounding.
A Treasure Waiting to Be Found
If you want a story that opens young minds while still feeling magical, this is it. Jason and the Golden Coin reminds us that sometimes the smallest objects hold the biggest stories.
Jason and the Golden Coin
Uncover the story hidden beneath the floorboards.