Frankfurt Global Network

Alien Books is a US-based comic book publisher working with a global team of creators, editors, and artists from the United States, South America, Europe, and Asia. The company publishes creator-owned graphic novels, manga, and licensed comics, with a strong focus on bringing distinctive international voices to English-speaking audiences. Current publishing partnerships and licenses include Valiant Comics, Zorro, Tarzan, Square Enix, Futabasha, Mediatoon, and Tezuka Productions. 

OVNI Press is one of the leading comic book companies in Argentina, releasing local editions of major international properties alongside original graphic novels and manga. Its catalog includes DC Comics, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Masters of the Universe, Scott Pilgrim, and manga partnerships with publishers such as Kodansha, Square Enix, and Hero’s, helping expand the comics market for Spanish-speaking readers.

Kawangis brings Filipino culture and values to life through captivating visual books, graphic novels, card games, and immersive stories. Its mission is to inspire the next generation with content that is not only rich in heritage but also entertaining, engaging, and transformative. Known for dynamic storytelling and stunning artistry, it creates experiences that resonate deeply — especially with teenage boys — while offering something meaningful for readers of all ages.

Founded in 1984, Tudem Publishing Group is a leading independent Turkish publisher with over 2,000 titles across four imprints. Desen, its acclaimed imprint for graphic novels, comics, manga, and visual storytelling, publishes creators including Shaun Tan, Raina Telgemeier, Fabien Toulmé, Paco Roca, Keiji Nakazawa, and Sempé. Through Delidolu, Tudem Edebiyat, and Uçanbalık, the group also publishes literary fiction and children’s literature for readers from preschool to adulthood.

Zebra Comics is a Cameroon-based publisher and distributor of webcomics, specialised in the creation of African webcomics, as her goal is to tell African stories. She has the largest catalogue of original African stories from the African continent: Nigeria, Congo, Morocco, Kenya etc. and from other countries such as France, Indonesia, China, USA and Korea. Her stories, available in English, French and Brazilian Portuguese on her dedicated mobile apps, cover different genres. Zebra Comics envisions to enter animation, video/mobile games, film and merchandise.

Safran is Ukraine’s premier Asia-focused publishing house. It specializes in fiction translated from a variety of languages and genres, and nonfiction books by Ukrainian authors on the Asian region. Its catalog ranges from contemporary fiction to classical texts, Japanese manga to Taiwanese manhua (the first ever published in Ukraine). 2026 International Booker Prize winner "Taiwan Travelogue" and the Booker-shortlisted "The Nights Are Quiet" in Tehran are both forthcoming from Safran.

Founded in 1987 in São Paulo, Brazil, Devir is one of Latin America’s leading publishers of comics, graphic novels, manga, board games, role-playing games, and collectible card games. Operating in Brazil, Portugal, and Spain, Devir specializes in translating, adapting, and publishing international and local content focused on fantasy, adventure, science fiction, and pop culture, helping connect creators and audiences across different markets.

Al Mahrousa Publishing House is one of Egypt’s most influential independent publishing houses and a prominent cultural institution within the Arab publishing landscape. Since its establishment 40 years ago, Al Mahrousa has played a pioneering role in introducing innovative ideas and diverse voices to Arabic readers. It has become one of the most successful Arab publishing houses in the field of comics and illustrated books. By supporting graphic storytelling and visual experimentation, the publishing house has contributed significantly to strengthening the position of comics and illustrated literature within the Arab publishing industry.

Cobolt is a Copenhagen-based publishing house dedicated to comics and graphic novels. Its catalog spans a range of genres, from original works by Danish authors and artists to internationally acclaimed titles such as Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi, The Arab of the Future by Riad Sattouf, and Fruit of Knowledge by Liv Strömquist. Cobolt also publishes beloved classics including Tintin, Calvin and Hobbes and Asterix. Alongside this, it brings the latest comics for children and titles for use in schools.

Du Bút is an independent publisher founded in 2016 in Ho Chi Minh City. It is dedicated to developing Vietnamese comics and visual storytelling, with a focus on comics, illustrated books, and art publications by Vietnamese creators. Alongside supporting local authors and artists, it also publishes works from diverse international comics traditions and books on comics theory, helping foster a more open, diverse, and engaged comics reading culture in Vietnam.

MATAREBELI COMICS is an independent publishing house from Georgia dedicated to graphic storytelling, comics, graphic novels, and graphic journalism. Committed to expanding the landscape of sequential art, it collaborates with both emerging and established creators from Georgia and abroad. The publishing house aims to strengthen and broaden the presence of comic culture in the country through carefully curated publications, high-quality editions, live drawing sessions, comic workshops, and other initiatives that promote visual storytelling and creative expression.

La Modernidad is a Uruguayan publishing house dedicated to graphic novels for adults and young adults. Its themes cover genres such as drama, crime, suspense, and, to a lesser extent, fantasy. However, beyond the plots, its works offer a profound reflection on the human condition in complex and extreme situations.

Andrews McMeel Publishing is a leading publisher of comics, illustrated humor, and inspirational content. It is home to beloved features such as The Far Side, Calvin and Hobbes, Doonesbury, Big Nate, and Sarah’s Scribbles. Based in Kansas City, Andrews McMeel is known for its "creator-first" approach to publishing and longstanding relationships with authors and artists. It is also the largest calendar publisher in the United States.

HERO'S INC., a member of the Kinoshita Group, is a Japanese manga publishing company dedicated to delivering dynamic, high-quality stories that captivate readers around the world. Since its establishment in 2010, the company has expanded far beyond its original hero-themed narratives. Today, its diverse portfolio includes shonen, seinen, BL, and graphic novels, crafted for a global audience.

Éditions Grenier is an independent publishing house based in Ouagadougou, creating original African stories through comics, children’s books, illustration, and WebToons. Blending African cultures with contemporary visual storytelling, Éditions Grenier supports emerging and established creators in producing educational, entertaining, and socially impactful content for audiences in Africa and beyond.