Book Publishing Next Forum & Anniversary Celebration
Celebrating 50 Years of Industry Leadership
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The New York Historical
BISG@50: Where Legacy Meets Momentum
Join us for an unforgettable event as the Book Industry Study Group marks its 50th anniversary—bringing together the people, ideas, and innovations that have shaped publishing for half a century.
Industry leaders, rising voices, and longtime collaborators will gather to celebrate BISG’s legacy while looking boldly toward the future. This milestone event is more than a celebration—it’s a moment to reconnect, reflect, and reimagine what’s next for the book publishing ecosystem.
BISG@50: Where Legacy Meets Momentum
Join us for an unforgettable event as the Book Industry Study Group marks its 50th anniversary—bringing together the people, ideas, and innovations that have shaped publishing for half a century.
Industry leaders, rising voices, and longtime collaborators will gather to celebrate BISG’s legacy while looking boldly toward the future. This milestone event is more than a celebration—it’s a moment to reconnect, reflect, and reimagine what’s next for the book publishing ecosystem.
Book Publishing Next Forum: Insight, Inspiration, and Connection
1:00PM - 5:00PM
During the Forum, expect an engaging program featuring keynote remarks from some of publishing’s most recognizable and influential voices. They’ll share insights on where the industry has been—and where it must go next. Surrounded by peers from across the publishing landscape, you’ll have the chance to reconnect with colleagues, meet new collaborators, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of books.
50th Anniversary Celebration
5:30PM - 8:00PM
Raise a glass and join us for a lively reception to celebrate 50 years of BISG! Enjoy an evening of delectable hors d’oeuvres and delicious drinks, great conversation, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with colleagues from across the publishing industry. The reception will feature brief celebratory remarks honoring this milestone moment—along with the kind of energy, camaraderie, and shared passion that define our community. Come ready to mingle, catch up, and celebrate in style—it’s going to be a truly memorable (and fun!) evening.
Support the Future of Publishing
The evening celebration will feature a silent auction, with proceeds supporting the BISG Incubator Fund—a new initiative designed to fuel innovation across the industry. The Incubator Fund will enable BISG to test, pilot, and advance new strategies aligned with Book Publishing Next—supporting cross-segment solutions that strengthen infrastructure, improve communication, and ensure long-term sustainability.
Book Publishing Next Forum: Insight, Inspiration, and Connection
1:00PM - 5:00PM
During the Forum, expect an engaging program featuring keynote remarks from some of publishing’s most recognizable and influential voices. They’ll share insights on where the industry has been—and where it must go next. Surrounded by peers from across the publishing landscape, you’ll have the chance to reconnect with colleagues, meet new collaborators, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of books.
50th Anniversary Celebration
5:30PM - 8:00PM
Raise a glass and join us for a lively reception to celebrate 50 years of BISG! Enjoy an evening of delectable hors d’oeuvres and delicious drinks, great conversation, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with colleagues from across the publishing industry. The reception will feature brief celebratory remarks honoring this milestone moment—along with the kind of energy, camaraderie, and shared passion that define our community. Come ready to mingle, catch up, and celebrate in style—it’s going to be a truly memorable (and fun!) evening.
Support the Future of Publishing
The evening celebration will feature a silent auction, with proceeds supporting the BISG Incubator Fund—a new initiative designed to fuel innovation across the industry. The Incubator Fund will enable BISG to test, pilot, and advance new strategies aligned with Book Publishing Next—supporting cross-segment solutions that strengthen infrastructure, improve communication, and ensure long-term sustainability.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Sponsoring BISG@50 is a powerful way to align your organization with the past, present, and future of the book publishing industry. As we celebrate 50 years of collaboration and innovation, sponsors gain unique visibility among industry leaders, decision-makers, and changemakers—while demonstrating a commitment to advancing the next chapter of publishing through initiatives like Book Publishing Next. Join us in shaping what comes next. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.

Event Location
New York’s first museum, The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution documenting over 400 years of American history through a peerless collection of art, documents, and artifacts. Their offerings span groundbreaking exhibitions; acclaimed educational programs for teachers and students nationwide; and thought-provoking conversations among leading scholars, journalists, and thinkers about the past, present, and future of the American experiment.