OUTLAND CONVINI
OUTLAND PUBLISHING FAIR
Q: Where can I find more details about exhibiting? How can I apply to exhibit?
A: Please click on “Website - Apply Now - Exhibitor Form” to view the details for exhibiting. Submit the form to apply. The application result will be notified to the exhibitor via email.
Q: Is there a limit on the number of publications for exhibitors?
A: We recommend:
- 1 publication: apply for a public table.
- 2-6 publications: apply for a half table.
- More than 6 publications: apply for a full table.
If you have other strong preferences or special circumstances, please mention them in the remarks. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Q: Can I share a table with a friend if I don't have many works?**
A: Yes, you can. Please fill in the main responsible person/exhibitor's information in the application and provide as complete information as possible about the publications to be sold. We highly encourage emerging creators (groups) to apply.
Q: What if the exhibitor cannot attend in person but still wants to exhibit?
A:
1. Exhibitors can find a friend/volunteer in London to sell on their behalf.
2. Outland Book Fair can assist you in finding local volunteers as agents to sell your works.
3. Exhibitors with 1-2 publications can consider applying for a public table.
Q: How big are the exhibitor tables?
A: We are actively negotiating with the venue to secure larger display spaces for exhibitors. Half tables will be no smaller than 75cm x 70cm, and full tables no smaller than 150cm x 70cm.
Q: Can I bring other merchandise or prints to sell?
A: To ensure a positive experience for visitors, we recommend exhibitors bring only a small amount of merchandise or printed materials to sell alongside their publications.
Q: How are the communal table exhibition fees calculated?
A: The fee for a comunal table is £10 per publication. This fee applies to each type of publication, not the number of copies sold. (For example, if Publication A is sold at the public table, the fee is £10 regardless of the number of copies sold.)
Q: Will all the proceeds from the communal table sales go to the creator?
A: Yes. The communal table only charges an exhibition fee, with no commission fee. The sales will be handled by the organizer during the exhibition, and the proceeds will be settled after the exhibition. Payment methods include WeChat, Alipay, and bank transfer. Any payment fees will be borne by the exhibitor.
Q: Is there a limit to the number of publications for the communal table?A:Each exhibitor can apply for up to two publications, with no more than five copies per publication. One copy will be unwrapped for reading.
Q: Do I need to cover the shipping costs if I'm not in London?
A: Yes. For shipping methods, please see "Regarding Shipping."
Q: What happens to unsold publications after the exhibition?
A:Exhibitors can choose:
1. To collect them themselves if they are in or around London, or ask a friend to help.
2. To entrust the organizer to sell them in London, with proceeds settled after sales, with no commission fee. Given the nature of art books, the settlement period may be long (1-2 years).
3. To request the return of unsold publications, with shipping costs borne by the exhibitor. (Note: International publication shipping carries some risk. We will do our best to ensure safe return, but please be aware of the potential risks.)
Q: How can goods be shipped to London if I'm not in London?
A:
1. Outland Publishing Fair will provide a shipping address. Exhibitors can ship their goods (and a goods list) to this address within the specified time. Outland Publishing Fair will be responsible for bringing the goods to the venue.
2. Outland Publishing Fair will send a batch of goods from mainland China to London. Exhibitors need to send their goods (and a goods list) to the mainland shipping point within the specified time. The shipping cost is approximately 65 RMB/kg (subject to market fluctuations). Outland Publishing Fair will be responsible for bringing the goods to the venue. (Note: International publication shipping carries some risk. We will do our best to ensure the goods arrive, but please be aware of potential risks. Please purchase insurance in advance for especially valuable works.)
Q: How far in advance should I ship my goods?
A:
1. Air transport from mainland China to London takes 8-15 days. We recommend exhibitors ship their goods in early September.
2. Publishers participating in unified shipping should wait for detailed shipping instructions.
Q: Will there be public events during the book fair?
A: Public events are being planned. Outland Publishing Fair will provide a small event space for book launches, lectures, workshops, walking tours, etc. The fair is also planning special food and drinks in the bar area. Exhibitors/brands interested in participating are welcome to contact us via email.
Q: If there are discrepancies between the information in the application form and the FAQ, which should I follow?
A:As we cannot foresee all changes, please follow the FAQ or updated notifications.
Q: Does Outland Publishing Fair need part-time staff/volunteers?** A:We will release volunteer recruitment information at the end of August. Please pay attention to our announcements for details.
Q: Who should I contact for more information?
A:You can send a private message or email to outland.connect@gmail.com
Q：在哪里可以看到更多参展细则？如何能够报名参展？
A：请点击“网站-现在申请-参展表格”查看参展细则，提交表格即可报名。申请结果将以邮件通知参展方。
Q：申请成为参展方对出版物数量有限制吗？
A：我们建议出版物数量在1册的参展方申请公共桌展位；2-6册的申请半桌展位；大于6册的申请全桌展位。如有其它强烈意愿或特殊情况，可在备注中说明，我们将尽可能满足参展方的需求。
Q：我的作品数量不多，是否可以与朋友拼摊？
A：可以的。但在报名中，请填写主要负责人/参展方的信息，并尽可能完整地填写将要售卖的出版物信息。我们非常鼓励新兴创作者（团体）提交申请。
Q：参展方无法本人到场但仍想参展怎么办？
A：1.参展方可以自行寻找位于伦敦的朋友/志愿者代理销售。
2.出陆书展可以协助你寻找本地的志愿者作为代理人代理销售。
3.参展作品数量在1-2册参展方的可以考虑申请公共桌。
Q：参展方的桌子有多大？
A：我们正在积极地与空间协商，尽可能为参展方争取更大的展示空间。半桌大小不会小于75cm*70cm，全桌大小不会小于150cm*70cm。
Q：我是否可以携带其它周边或印刷品售卖？
A：为保证书展观众的体验，我们建议参展方仅携带少量周边或印刷品搭配出版物售卖。
Q：公共桌的参展费用是如何计算的？
A：公共桌的参展费为每册10磅。每册指的是每种出版物，而所售的出版物份数。（例如，参加公共桌的出版物A不论售卖了几册，参展费都为10磅）。
Q：公共桌的售卖所得会全部交得创作者吗？
A：是的。公共桌只收取参展费用，无抽成费用。展览期间由主办方代理售卖，售卖款项在展览后结算，支付方式为（微信、支付宝、银行转账），如出现付款手续费由参展方承担。
Q：参与公共桌的出版物有数量限制吗？
A：每位参展方最多申请两册，每册份数不得超过五本，其中一本将拆封作为试读本。
Q：我不在伦敦，参展公共桌需要自行负担邮费吗？
A：是的。邮寄方法请见「关于邮寄」。
Q：展览结束，没有售完的出版物怎么办？
A：参展方可以选择：
1.位于伦敦或周边地区的参展方可以自行取回，或请朋友帮忙取回。
2.参展方可委托主办方在伦敦代理销售，售卖款项在售完后结清，无抽成费用。考虑到艺术书的特性，结算时间跨度可能会较长（1-2年）。
3.参展方可要求寄回剩余出版物，邮费由参展方承担。（注：国际出版物邮递存在一定风险，我们将最大所能确保出版物的顺利寄回，但请知悉可能的风险。）
Q：不在伦敦的货品如何寄送至伦敦？
A： 1.出陆书展将提供邮寄地址，参展方可自行将货品（以及货品清单）在指定时间寄送至该地址。出陆书展将负责将货品带到场地。
2.出陆书展将统一从大陆地区寄送一批货品至伦敦，参展方需将货品（以及货品清单）在指定时间寄送至大陆邮寄点，邮寄资费约为65元/kg（更具行情有所浮动）。出陆书展将负责将货品带到场地。（注：国际出版物邮递存在一定风险，我们将尽最大所能确保出版物的抵达，但请知悉可能的风险，如有特别珍贵的作品请提前购买保险）。
Q：我需要提前多久寄送货物？
A：1.从大陆寄往伦敦的空运时效为8-15天，我们建议参展方在9月初寄出货物。
2.参与统一寄送的出版商请等待邮寄细则。
Q：书展期间是否会有公共活动？
A：公共活动正在策划中。出陆书展将提供一个小型活动空间，用于新书发布会、讲座、工作坊、walking tour等活动。同时书展正在策划位于餐吧区域的特别饮食出品。欢迎有意参与的参展方/品牌方邮件联系。
Q：报名表格中的一些信息和FAQ中的不一样，以哪个为准？
A：由于我们无法预知所有的变动，请以FAQ或更新的通知为准。
Q：出陆书展是否需要兼职/志愿者？
A：我们会在八月底发布志愿者招募。具体细则请留意我们的公告。
Q：如果想要了解更多信息应该问谁？
A：可以发送邮件至outland.connect@gmail.com