The SoBD, a comic book fair in the heart of Paris, was founded in 2011. Located in the Marais, a historic district of the capital, and opening its doors just before the holiday season, the SoBD welcomes thousands of visitors, around 150 artists and authors, and dozens of publishers. In addition, the SoBD features exhibitions, meet-and-greets, panel discussions, an awards ceremony, master classes, and various workshops… Almost the entire SoBD (excluding master classes and workshops) is free to attend.