World Book and Copyright Day, 23 April 2026
World Book and Copyright Day, observed annually on 23 April, celebrates the enduring power of books and raises public awareness of their role in preserving culture and fostering dialogue. The date was chosen to honor the legacy of literary giants such as William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes, marking a pivotal moment in literary history. World Book and Copyright Day highlights how reading continues to expand our intellectual horizons while driving progress in education, social development, and the protection of intellectual property.
In recognition of World Book and Copyright Day, MDPI reaffirms its commitment to advancing high-quality research and protecting the integrity of academic publishing. Through open access publishing, we support the dissemination of knowledge in the Social Sciences and Humanities—ensuring that diverse voices and critical insights are accessible to all, and empowering scholars to contribute to the ongoing evolution of human thought and society.
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We are honored to have interviewed Dr. Timothy E. Morse, Collection Editor of Encyclopedia. Dr. Morse shares insights into his academic background and research focus, reflecting on the most significant challenges he has faced in his career and how he navigated them. He also discusses the importance of this day for researchers and the global community, and offers his vision for innovations in universal knowledge access and intellectual property protection over the next decade.
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Name: Dr. Timothy E. Morse “The day allows us to recommit to the importance of books as a vehicle for the transmission of ideas and information. As a researcher, books enable me to learn from others and to extend my understanding of how literacy is defined broadly, so that students with the most extensive support needs can participate meaningfully in literacy activities.” Please read the full interview here. |
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by Ligia Isabel Beltrán-Urvina, Byron Fabricio Acosta-Andino, Monica Cecilia Gallegos-Varela and Henry Marcelo Vallejos-Orbe
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“Conchas, Coloring Books, and Oxnard: Using Critical Race Counterstorytelling as a Framework to Create a Social Justice Coloring Book”
by Martín Alberto Gonzalez
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“Academic Libraries in Supporting Research” Guest Editors: Dr. Marta de la Mano and Dr. Beatriz Albelda Deadline for submissions: 31 May 2026 |
“The Impact of AI on Disinformation or Misinformation in Science Communication” Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Xosé López García, Prof. Dr. Bernardo Gómez-Calderón and Dr. Álvaro López Martín |
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