Professional programme

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The Future of Publishing.

Expand your knowledge through our professional programme and take advantage of the opportunities for continuing professional development while sharing ideas and experiences.

What to expect: topics, formats & stages – exclusively at the fair

Industry topics and trends – at the Publishing Perspectives Forum

Come to the Publishing Perspectives Forum, the meeting place for industry decision-makers and experts, for exciting sessions on the latest issues in the international publishing world. This year's Forum will take place from Wednesday to Friday during the fair at Frankfurt Studio.

Industry-specific know-how in our thematic areas

Are you looking for events aimed precisely at your community, such as Audiobooks, Children's Books or Academic Publishing? Get an overview of what’s happening for your community on our Frankfurter Buchmesse topic pages.

Our stages

Discover our fair stages with panel discussions, award ceremonies and lectures by renowned speakers on industry topics and trends.

This year’s speaker line-up

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Núria Cabutí, CEO of Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Chantal
Restivo-Alessi, CEO International Foreign Language and Chief Digital Officer at HarperCollins
Perminder Mann, CEO of Simon & Schuster UK and International
Véronique Cardi, CEO of Editions JC Lattès
Christian Schumacher-Gebler, Managing Director and CEO of Bonnier Media Germany
Lee Jarit, Global Head of Publisher and Partner Relations, Audible

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

Frankfurt Rights Meeting – Hybrid Edition

Get your 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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News from the book fair 2025

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What’s new at #fbm25

Every book fair is different. To help you keep track of our new program and events, we have gathered the most important information for you here.

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Expand your expertise and your network

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Meet the publishing community at The Hof

Experience the Frankfurt factor with our digital networking format The Hof! Our next session will take place on 9 October. Get ready for #fbm25 with us and exclusive interview guests from 4 continents: Experience an unforgettable hour, chat with publishing colleagues and look forward to solid business advice, serendipity, mindfulness and live music!