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Global deals see shift in power The increasing trend for the Big Six groups to publish brand authors globally can provide “huge advantages” for authors, publishers have said. However, agents are more dubious about the benefits for writers. HC inks deals for Cox and Steiner HarperCollins has signed two major deals heading into Frankfurt, with a six-figure auction win for Susie Steiner, and a six-book deal with bestselling author Josephine Cox. LBF ramps up consumer side at FBF At today’s Frankfurt Book Fair the London Book Fair will launch an events programme and website aimed at promoting consumer-facing events being held throughout the capital in conjunction with the fair.