Programme highlights & special topics

A highly diverse programme

Discover Frankfurter Buchmesse's programme highlights

On the trade visitor days, publishing professionals can look forward to a wide range of professional events and networking opportunities. Digitally, you can gain relevant knowhow, learn more about the latest trends and meet industry leaders, regional experts, hidden champions and newcomers 365 days a year: with our free formats The Hof and the Masterclasses.

Private visitors can look forward to exciting readings and live events with international bestselling authors and celebrities in Frankfurt.

Expand your knowledge digitally and free of charge with Frankfurter Buchmesse

Masterclasses: 23-26 June 2025

Register now and keep up to date with the latest developments in AI, accessibility, user centricity and #fbm25: with the digital Masterclasses by Frankfurter Buchmesse!

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Meet the publishing community at The Hof

Experience the Frankfurt factor all year round with our digital networking format The Hof! Our next session with the #fbm25 Guest of Honour, the Philippines, will take place on 28 August. Experience an unforgettable hour, chat with publishing colleagues and look forward to solid business advice, serendipity, mindfulness and live music!

Understanding what matters in the rights business today and tomorrow: with the Frankfurt Rights Meeting

Frankfurt Rights Meeting – Hybrid Edition

Get your Early Bird ticket now to benefit from innovative business cases, exclusive insights and networking with industry leaders at the hybrid Frankfurt Rights Meeting in September and October 2025. This year, we'll focus on the latest trends and data around AI, Digital Licensing, Spanish-Language Markets and Merchandising/Licensing.

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A first insight into the professional programme in Frankfurt: The Frankfurt Kids Conference

Children’s Books in a Fragile World

The conference on 15 October 2025 will be focusing on Children’s Books in a Fragile World.

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The Guest of Honour 2025

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Philippines – "The imagination peoples the air"

The cultural landscape of the 2025 Guest of Honour, the Philippines, is characterized by multiple influences, diverse culture and unique storytelling.

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Media library

Discover highlights for trade and private visitors from past fairs all year round and free of charge in our media library.

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