The book "Mechanisms and tools of innovative development of the region" edited by E. In. Babkina is a unique work that immerses the reader in the world of modern approaches to the development of regions through the prism of innovation. This collective work brings together the opinions and research of leading experts in the field of economics, management and social development, which makes it not only informative, but also relevant for specialists, students and anyone interested in regional development issues. The book examines the key mechanisms that promote innovative development, as well as the tools that can be used to implement them. The authors analyze successful examples from different regions, demonstrating how innovative approaches can transform the economic and social structure. The reader will be able to learn about how to create ecosystems for startups, how to attract investment and how to develop human capital, which is especially important in the face of global changes and challenges. This book will be interesting to a wide range of readers .. Students and graduate students studying economics, management and sociology will find in it useful materials for their studies. Practitioners in the field of regional development, management and entrepreneurship will be able to use the presented ideas and approaches in their work. The book will also be useful to politicians and civil servants seeking to introduce innovations in their regions. The topics raised in the book cover a wide range of issues, from analysis of current trends in innovative development to practical recommendations for the introduction of new technologies and management methods. The authors emphasize the importance of an interdisciplinary approach, which allows taking into account various aspects and factors affecting the development of the region. This makes the book especially valuable in an environment where traditional methods no longer produce the desired results. The style of writing the book is characterized by accessibility and clarity, which makes it easy to assimilate even the most complex concepts. The authors use many examples and cases, which makes the material more lively and practical. The team of authors, among which can be distinguished such experts as economists, sociologists and practitioners, brings a variety of approaches and points of view, which enriches