DROPCAP BLOG
Featured Titles: About Dreams & Mindfulness
Children's early learning meets beautiful illustrations in these gorgeous books.
Behind the Scenes at FIL: The Guadalajara International Book Fair
Of course, we love all book fairs, but there is something very, very special about FIL.
Featured Titles: Our Most Anticipated Fall Books
This monthβs most anticipated titles include Steve Sims new book, a beautiful tale about a not-so-perfect princess and some Little Big Chats.
A Tale of Two Agents: Chapter Twenty-One. Long Frankfurt, November Ghosts
Is anyone else suffering from βlong Frankfurtβ with lots of seemingly endless follow-ups?! Youβre not alone but equally, Iβm sure everyone who attended - ourselves included - were happy to get back to the buzz and excitement of the Fair.
2022 Frankfurt Book Fair: Top Six Takeaways
The team at DropCap is home from the Frankfurt Book Fair, and all we can say is WOW. What an incredible week!
A Tale of Two Agents: Chapter Twenty. INDIE-Pendence Days
Is everyone ready for Frankfurt??! Weβve had a busy month in the lead up, bringing on several wonderful new indie publisher clients that we are delighted to introduce.
Big Drop Cap News: Weβre Finalists!
Weβre thrilled to announce weβve been named a finalist in the Wisconsin Innovation Awards!
A Tale of Two Agents: Chapter Nineteen. The Frankfurt Files
With this new release for our popular A Tale of Two Agents, we invite you to see our Fall Rights Guides and to visit us at the Frankfurt Book Fair
A Tale of Two Agents: Chapter Eighteen. New Season and New Content
New Content at DropCap! Join us for the latest edition of A Tale of Two Agents as we explore new content and new amazing titles.
Behind the Scenes at an International Book Fair
While the entire world had to pivot and change in the past two years, book fairs are back in business. Join us for a look behind the scenes as we prepare ourselves for the Frankfurt Book Fair, the biggest global rights marketplace in the world, this coming October.
Beachy Books is an βauthor-friendlyβ publisher with big plans for the future
What happens when a published author and writer decides to turn his passion for books into a full-time business? Sheer magic. Philip Bell, director at Beachy Books, established the company in 2009 to publish his first picture book Jack and Booβs Bucket of Treasures. And he has not stopped to publish great content since. Please join us as we converse about authors, editorial choices and more.
How to get your books noticed by international book publishers
Writing and publishing great books is one thing. Navigating the international relationships required to secure advances, sign contracts, and manage royalty payments is quite another.. We asked our DropCap agents, Allison and Monica, for a few of their best tips for publishers and authors to position their books for international success. Here are their top four:
Covers around the world
Our special journey to Asia continues with some good fiction and nonfiction titles. The books we represent are popular throughout the continent, especially among Korean, Japanese and Chinese publishers. Our Asian partners are licensing, with the help of our amazing co-agents, content that covers a great variety of topics: from bestselling author David Michieβs novels to neuroscience-based studies on the skill set we will have to develop in the future. From inspiring stories on how to overcome limiting beliefs to automated stock trading systems. Get ready to be surprised by the different designs chosen internationally.
Please judge a book by its cover
Β«Donβt judge a book by its coverΒ», they say. Well, in our profession, this rule does not always apply. Book covers have become essential marketing tools. They can be real masterpieces. Follow us on a unique journey to Asia through many covers that we are particularly proud of.
4 essential tools to boost book discoverability
At DropCap, provided that we work at the intersection between the digital- and analogical- world, we have dedicated much energy to crafting and developing our own discoverability ecosystem. With this article, we would like to share our findings on how to maximize online discoverability. Based on our experience working directly with co-agents and publishers, we have identified these four pillars to get content noticed.
A Tale of Two Agents: Chapter Seventeen Summer Fiction Edition
Summer Fiction Edition. Join us for the latest edition of A Tale of Two Agents as we explore new content and new amazing titles.
The power of stories and their impact on mental health: meet our partner Cherish Editions
Specialised in creating and selling positive, responsible, and inspirational books that work to de-stigmatise mental health issues, Cherish Editions strive to publish books that guide people to maintain and improve their mental health and wellbeing. We are so excited to share an interview with their Managing Editor, Soraya Nair!
A Tale of Two Agents: Chapter Fifteen Pride and Non-Prejudice
Pride and Non-Prejudice. Join us for the latest edition of A Tale of Two Agents as we explore new content and new amazing titles.
Making a difference⦠one book at a time
With this article, very personal, very honest and very emotional π€© (hence the abundance of emojis), we will metaphorically raise our glasses π₯ with you to celebrate our 4th birthday. And even if we are well aware of all the challenges and goals that lie ahead of us, we are infinitely proud of what we have achieved so far: 4 years and almost 1300 rights licenses. Here we go, adding another year to this wonderful adventure. Happiest birthday, DropCap! π
Asian Heritage Month
This book selection tries to capture the βsplendorβ of Asia, contributing to express the holidayβs message of equality and pride for the Asian-American community, which continues to make valuable contributions to our society at large. Please join us in this fascinating journey across the vast lands of the continent and through its long history.