Public Programme | Frankfurter Buchmesse

Culture and literature live

Our colourful programme for literary enthusiasts

Experience an exciting programme of readings, talks and interviews with international stars from the media and culture. Meet & Greets with favorite authors and exciting stories on the fairground will be among the highlights at #fbm24.

You want to experience the book fair feeling again? You can access the programme highlights of previous free of charge in our Media Library.

Our event tip for 16 October

Questions that lead us to a more liveable future

Historian and author Yuval Noah Harari and philosopher Kohei Sato, a critic of capitalism, will discuss questions about the future and possible dangers posed by our modern information networks. The event takes place on the evening of 16 October from 7.30 to 9.00 pm.

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TikTok Book Awards

Sat. 19 Oct., 18:30, Room Harmonie

TikTok is celebrating the #BookTok Community at Frankfurter Buchmesse and for the second time presenting the TikTok Book Award in six different categories. Voting is possible on the entertainment platform from 23 September to 6 October in the run-up to the award ceremony. Be there live, talk with creators, meet authors and be the first to find out who the jury, led by author Sebastian Fitzek, will announce as the winners of the TikTok Book Award 2024! The event is free to attend, just turn up.

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World record attempts at Frankfurter Buchmesse

Guinness World Records

This year, a total of six world record attempts will take place at Frankfurter Buchmesse.

Find out more about the world record attempts

These were our Special Topics and Stages at #fbm23

Highlights & Special Topics for fans of literature and culture

Explore our diverse range of topics and discover everything about your personal highlights in the heart of your community!

Spotlight on: stages at the fair

Exciting talks and rousing events on our trade fair stages: A diverse programme with international stars, TV personalities and bestselling authors awaits you at #fbm24!

Meet your favourite authors – in our new Meet the Author area

Meeting your favourite authors is now an more personal experience. With our Meet the Author area you will have a direct meeting at the fair with enough time to get your favourite book signed, a written dedication and even a selfie with the author!

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