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Freedom to publish, diversity in the book industry, European Accessibility Act and Global Publishing Industry Report 2020 / With: Prix Voltaire laureate 2020 and speakers from IPA, WIPO, FEP, European Commission and Amnesty International

Under the title "Large Houses, Small Houses - Excellent Architecture in Hessen 2018-2023", ten buildings will be awarded the "Martin Elsaesser Plaque" in 2023. Among them is the Frankfurt Pavilion, the cultural and political stage of Frankfurter Buchmesse on the Agora.

Dedicated audio area at Frankfurter Buchmesse / Spotify part of the trade programme / Networking for audio and publishing professionals
Audio is one of the steadily growing segments of the publishing industry. With a dedicated audio area, a live podcast from the fair and event highlights for audio professionals and audiobook and podcast fans, Frankfurter Buchmesse (19-23 October 2022) shines a spotlight on audio content.

Live at last: visitors to Frankfurter Buchmesse 2022 will experience acclaimed authors, inspiring talks and stimulating discussions live on the main stage in the Congress Center, in the Frankfurt Studio, in the Frankfurt Pavilion and, during the evening, at BOOKFEST city events throughout Frankfurt.

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For the Saturday of the fair, 21 October at 7 p.m., Frankfurter Buchmesse, ARD, ZDF and 3sat invite you to one of the highlights of the book fair days: the "Frankfurter Buchmesse special: Literature Gala". The event offers culture and literature fans the exclusive opportunity to experience hearing the award-winning British-Indian author Salman Rushdie live.

Publishers from Germany, Austria and Switzerland have until 5 May 2023 to apply to Italy’s cultural institutes for grants to translate titles that will be published in conjunction with Italy’s appearance as Guest of Honour at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2024.

Interview with the Indian-British author Salman Rushdie

Terms & Conditions Masterclasses by Frankfurter Buchmesse

Exclusive international insights at the kick-off conference of the Frankfurter Buchmesse

New Adult Stage in Hall 1.2 for fans of New Adult, Romance and Fantasy

Under the motto "#fbm24 is reading - Read. Reflect. Relate.", the 76th Frankfurter Buchmesse will celebrate reading in all its facets from 16 to 20 October 2024. It is about celebrating reading where stories begin: at the centre of the publishing industry. After all, it is stories that connect people.

As Guest of Honour at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025, the Philippines announced its key initiatives, major programmes and activities during a press talk in Berlin today. These included new German editions of Philippine books and the initial lineup of authors set to participate in literary and cultural events at the National Stand and the Philippine Pavilion, and around Frankfurt during Frankfurter Buchmesse (15-19 October 2025). The Philippines also announced its first-ever national stand and official presence at the Leipziger Buchmesse (27-30 March 2025). Additionally, it will launch its inaugural cultural programme “Oculus”.

The 71st Frankfurter Buchmesse ended today, with a significant increase in the number of visitors of 8.3 percent at the weekend and a rise of 3.7 percent on the trade visitor days. In 2019, the fair welcomed a total of 302,267 visitors, an increase of 6.0 percent compared to last year.

The Franco-German exchange programme has created a far-reaching network since 2000 - with a lasting influence on the literary scene. 

The Global 50 CEO Talk 2022, held in partnership with Frankfurter Buchmesse on Wednesday, 19 October 2022, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Frankfurt Studio (Hall 4.0, Room Europe), will explore the book business beyond traditional publishers.

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The winners are Isabel Coixet (“The Bookshop”) and Arthur de Pins & Alexis Ducord (“Zombillenium”)

Germany will return as Guest of Honour at this year's Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (23–29th May 2022) with a broad trade and cultural programme.

500-sqm area for children’s and young adult media at the Frankfurter Buchmesse

The Philippines unveiled the full scope of its Guest of Honour (PhlGoH) program for the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025 during a press conference in Frankfurt today, positioning the archipelago as a rising force in global publishing.