Books at MIFF (Publisher/Literary Agent) - Information

Application Process

1. Read the information below
2. Consult the Frequently Asked Questions
3. Begin the application form at the end of this page

* Deadline: 19 MAY 2025

Background

  • 37ºSouth: Books at MIFF (BaM) is an event on the opening day of the 37ºSouth Market at the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), promoting links and business between the publishing industry and the screen industry to foster screen rights sales for book-to-screen adaptations.
  • BaM is part of MIFF 37ºSouth Market, which brings together more than 100 Australian/NZ producers with invited international and local screen financiers, studios, sales agents and distributors for scheduled meetings, panel discussions and networking events in the opening days of MIFF.
  • Previous editions of BaM have regularly been attended by over 200 publishers/agents, producers and financiers for an event comprising meetings, a networking lunch, a case study and a pitching event.
  • BaM comprises:
    o Case-study panel discussion on a recent adaptation and public pitching by publishers of up to 10 books most likely to get made into films or TV shows (as selected by BaM’s reading panel)
    o Scheduled one-to-one meetings for publishers with screen producers & financiers
    o Networking event
  • In 2025, BaM will occur on Thursday, 7 August in Melbourne from 9am to 3pm.

Call for Submissions

  • This application form is only for Australian & NZ publishers/literary agents (screen rights holders) with books that are suitable for film or TV adaptation and that have the worldwide film and/or TV rights available.
  • Companies may submit up to five books each on the condition that the company undertakes to be present at BaM in Melbourne on Thursday, 7 August 2025 and to participate in pitching, networking and scheduled meetings (if selected).
  • While there is no application or registration fee for publishers for BaM, companies will need to cover the costs of their own transport to, and accommodation in, Melbourne.
  • All submissions will be considered by the 37ºSouth Market team, on the basis of the book’s screen adaptation potential, for inclusion in:
    o The public pitching session to assembled screen producers, financiers & BaM attendees; and
    o The BaM screen rights catalogue distributed to screen producers & financiers.
  • Selected publishing companies will have up to eight meetings scheduled for them with screen producers/financiers to promote their books. Further, more informal, networking opportunities will be provided.
  • Please fully complete the form below and be aware that if your book is selected, the completed form will be included in the screen rights catalogue distributed to financiers/buyers and producers – and that by applying you are agreeing to this.
  • Only publishers/literary agents can be accredited to attend BaM from this form.
  • You agree that 37ºSouth Market may use any photos taken of you during the events.
  • All registered 37°South participants will receive a personal diary of meetings and events on or around 1 August 2025.
  • By submitting an application, you are agreeing to receive program and marketing updates from MIFF Industry (including MIFF 37ºSouth Market, Accelerator Lab and Premiere Fund).

Application Form

Fully complete the application form below, with one form per book (limit of five books per company).

If you choose to ‘Save and Continue Later’, please ensure that you copy down the ‘Save and Continue’ link or have received the link to your email before closing the application form.

Questions? Please email queries to may@miff.com.au

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