Explora Books wrapped up BIBF 2026 in Beijing, where Booth 5A.B14 featured Vivian R. Probst’s award-winning novel Death by Roses. The tenderly humorous dramedy explores love, regret, and second chances beyond the grave.
(YourDigitalWall Editorial):- Vancouver, British Columbia Jul 28, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – Now in its 32nd edition, BIBF remains one of Asia’s leading publishing events, bringing together exhibitors, publishers, and readers from around the world. This year’s fair welcomed participation from more than 80 countries and regions and continued its focus on international exchange across both print and digital publishing.
Death by Roses follows Mae Rose McElroy, a bitter woman who dies in anger after thirty years of marriage and arrives in the afterlife before she is ready. Forced to revisit her past through a process called “Reflection,” she realizes that the fulfilling marriage she longed for had always been within reach. Determined to return and make things right, she breaks divine rules and awakens in the failing body of “Scary Mary” Broadmoor, a horror film producer with plans of her own. Through humor and emotional insight, the novel explores reconciliation, perspective, and the possibility of transformation.
Foreword Magazine described the novel as “a love story for the ages.”
As one of the featured titles at the Explora Books exhibit, Death by Roses drew attention from attendees seeking character-driven fiction that combines imagination with emotional depth. Its presence at the fair reflected Explora Books’s continued efforts to introduce distinctive stories to international audiences and connect authors with readers across global markets.
Alongside its publishing showcases, BIBF 2026 continued to highlight international literary exchange through cultural programming and author-focused events, reinforcing its role as one of the world’s major gathering places for books and ideas.
Vivian R. Probst’s Death by Roses is available on Amazon and other major digital bookstores.
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