Frankfurter Buchmesse 2019 – Ideas that move the world.

Frankfurter Buchmesse is the world's most important marketplace for print and digital content. It’s also an extraordinary social and cultural event. Every October, publishing experts, writers, creative professionals and fans come from all over the world to network, hold discussions, negotiate, take decisions, be amazed and celebrate. It’s when Frankfurt becomes the focus of the world’s media and publishing industries – putting the most important innovative technologies and world literature at their fingertips. And this year's Guest of Honour Norway presents its rich literary tradition with many highlights to look forward to. Now is the time to secure your ticket for Frankfurter Buchmesse 2019. Our ticket shop is open.

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Private Visitor Ticket

Dive into the world of writing, content, stars and discussions. Meet your favourite authors, discover bestsellers before they top the charts, and enjoy the titillating atmosphere of creativity.

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Get ready to do business at the world's leading marketplace for print and digital content. Network with experts from the publishing and technology industries along with other creative industries such as film and games.

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Business Ticket

The premium upgrade for trade visitors: the Business Ticket gives you access to the Business Club with its lounge atmosphere, numerous premium services, valuable networking formats and all conferences at Frankfurter Buchmesse.

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Guest of Honour 2019: Norway

Hjertelig velkommen, Norge!

Norway is 2019 the Guest of Honour of Frankfurter Buchmesse – the land of big Literature: from the classics of Henrik Ibsen to the modern best-sellers of Jo Nesbø. We very much look forward to experiencing the literature from Europe's far north. Join us on a tour of discovery.

Events

Readings, discussions, performances and much more – throughout the year, there were many exciting events by our Guest of Honour.

Past Guest

Have a look into the past and learn more about the Guest of Honour countries of recent years.

All about the Guest of Honour

Meet Norway in Frankfurt

Exclusive live event with Jo Nesbø

Only at BOOKFEST: Jo Nesbø will present his new book “Knife: A Harry Hole Novel” in English and German. Catch this mega-author event and benefit from a special discount at the Scandic Hotel in Frankfurt.

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New: You can now buy books all weekend long!

Starting in 2019 – for the first time ever – you can also buy books on the Saturday at the Frankfurter Buchmesse! For the entire weekend, many exhibitors will both present and sell a wide range of inspiring thriller, fantasy, romance, and non-fiction books.

Information: Books have fixed retail prices. This ensures that you pay the same price everywhere – regardless if you buy it in a small bookshop, a big book store, on the internet or at the Frankfurter Buchmesse.

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News

Frankfurter Buchmesse stays active 365 days a year - all around the world. Stay on top of the latest updates in our news area where you can learn about various fair events and sweepstakes or read interviews that cover the most exciting fair topics.

Interview

Frankfurter Buchmesse: A Look into the Future

In this interview the Director of the Frankfurter Buchmesse, Juergen Boos, and its Vice President Marketing & Communications, Katja Böhne, answer some questions about the book fair’s “Future Frankfurt” concept and what it holds in store for exhibitors and visitors.

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News

AI will be the transformative technology of the 2020s

Information Professional Mary Ellen Bates on the unpredictable consequences and benefits of the new technology

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Excited about the most fascinating place in the world?

Immerse yourself in topics that no one can afford to miss: trends, lifestyle, events, stars, innovation, digital content and – not to forget – books. This visit will remain with you forever. We promise.

Up close and personal at the mega-author event

Experience your favourite authors live: Jo Nesbø at the Mega Authors Event, Elif Shafak and Peter Wohlleben at book presentations, Maja Lunde and countless other writers at personal talks and readings. Visitors to Frankfurter Buchmesse get to see their idols – up close and personal.

Celebrating at the BOOKFEST

Be there when all of Frankfurt celebrates great stories. From bestseller readings with Jo Nesbø at the fair, to poetry slams, tastings and rounds of talks in bars and cultural institutions – you will experience captivating productions at unusual locations throughout the entire metropolitan area of Frankfurt.

A taste for the Gourmet Gallery

Everything that connoisseurs love. And whom they love. The Gourmet Gallery brings together the entire culinary world: star chefs, food bloggers, podcasters, recipes and talks. Your palate will be astounded! In the Gourmet & Travel Salon we catch up on the latest trends and answer questions – on topics like sustainable travel or what we’ll be eating in ten years.

Shaping the future at THE ARTS+

Trade fair, conference and meeting point of the cultural and creative industries: at the Future of Culture Festival you will not just talk about the latest trends and topics – you’ll get answers on matters such as how artificial intelligence, augmented reality and digital innovations will affect the industry.

New in 2019

Frankfurt Audio

The new international marketplace for audio content at Frankfurter Buchmesse. You’ll find the most innovative products and trends, locations for presentations and events as well as a networking place to meet with major industry players.

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