The newsletter of Frankfurter Buchmesse Issue 8 / 2025 |
Dear reader,
With less than a month to go before the start of #fbm25, the stage is almost set. Find out about all the key topics high on this year’s agenda, which speakers to look out for, top tips for your Frankfurt visit, and how the Guest of Honour (the Philippines) is contributing to the trade programme on our Asia Stage.
New stages to discover in Hall 4.0, all the key players from the world of audio, and a book-to-screen day bringing international filmmakers and the publishing industry together all in one place. Frankfurter Buchmesse provides you with the platform for top-level business opportunities, both in person and online. So, check out all the information ahead of your trip now and start filling your calendars straight away.
Enjoy reading!
Your Newsletter Team |
Chantal Restivo-Alessi © Harper Collins; Perminder Mann © Simon & Schuster; Núria Cabutí © FBM |
What drives the publishing industry forward? |
Artificial intelligence, connecting with the film and games industries, Asia on the rise, comics and webtoons, and diverstiy in publising: The fair's trade programme features decision-makers and industry experts who discuss trending topics. The Publishing Perspectives Executive Talks and the Global 50 CEO Talk will feature Perminder Mann (Simon & Schuster UK and International), Núria Cabutí (Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial), Chantal Restivo-Alessi (HarperCollins), Véronique Cardi (Éditions JC Lattès), and Christian Schumacher-Gebler (Bonnier Media Germany), who will share their thoughts on the transformation of the global book trade. Find all presentations and talks in our online calendar of events. |
Useful information for visiting Frankfurter Buchmesse |
How do I get to the fair and when can I enter? Where can I buy tickets? Is the Frankfurter Buchmesse accessible for disabled visitors? Where are the water dispensers on the exhibition grounds? What are the Frankfurter Buchmesse App's new features? We answer these questions and more in our ‘Information for visitors to the Frankfurter Buchmesse’. |
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© Constantin Film; Frederike Wetzels |
On Friday, 17 October, Frankfurter Buchmesse hosts Book-to-Screen Day. International filmmakers can discover new stories and ideas from the book industry. The programme starts at 9:00 a.m. with a guided tour, followed by a Masterclass at 10:00 a.m. in cooperation with the Berlinale Co-Production Market. Claire Lundberg (CTL Scouting) offers insights into her agency’s work. At 11:00 am, the spotlight event highlights Clarice Lispector’s "The Passion According to G.H." with director Luiz Fernando Carvalho. |
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Frankfurt Audio: Industry talks with Audible, Spotify and others
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The who’s who of international audio publishing will be at the fair’s Frankfurt Audio Area in Hall 3.1, where Audio Ambassador Ama Dadson will help to connect with audio exhibitors and podcast studio sessions can be booked. How are streaming, AI and new business models shaping the audio market? International players such as Audible, Spotify, BookBeat, Bookwire and Zebralution will be discussing these topics in the Frankfurt Studio. In addition, the latest white paper provides an in-depth analysis of AI and the global audiobook market – available here free of charge.
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Scholarly Publishing in Hall 4.0 © FBM H. Menzel |
Innovation meets publishing in Hall 4.0 |
This is where the future of the publishing and information industry comes into focus: international academic publishers, providers of specialist information and educational media, and publishing service providers present their programmes and solutions in Frankfurter Buchmesse’s Hall 4.0. On the Innovation Stage (4.0 H106), future-oriented industry topics will take centre stage in product presentations and micro-conferences. |
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Asia Stage, Hall 5.1 © FBM |
Spotlight on Philippine literature and Asian markets
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What have been the latest developments in academic publishing in Asia? What trends are emerging in children's book markets? Is censorship and self-censorship an issue in Asian countries? The Asia Stage in Hall 5.1 will host a series of expert talks and discussions from the 2025 Guest of Honour country, the Philippines, and other Asian book markets. Speakers include bestselling author and journalist Patricia Evangelista, Chuckberry J. Pascual and Tanya Yuson, producer of the Netflix series Trese.
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© J. Maurice, M. Odabasi, S. Jacobs, Anvil Publishing, M. Murat, H. Hamelau, O. Berby, D. Payr |
These authors are joining us at FBM25 |
| Tad Williams, Jose Dalisay, Jokha Alharthi, Juri Andruchowitsch, Cassandra Clare, Kamel Daoud, Maja Lunde – the FBM25 event calendar is filling up more and more, and it has finally been confirmed which authors and other celebrities will be attending. We published an initial list at our preview press conference on 16 September 2025. |
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Erin Cox (FBM), Suzanne Collier (bookcarreers.com) |
How to advance your publishing career
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Are you seeking mentorship or advice for your next steps in the publishing industry? Join the discussions at the Innovation Stage and the talks and mentoring sessions at the new lounge by PublisHer. Also, bookcareers.com will be offering free 15-mins career advice sessions at the fair. Prior to the fair, you can tune in to the conversation between publishing and career consultant Suzanne Collier and Erin Cox, Head of US PR at Frankfurter Buchmesse, about the upcoming book fair and job opportunities in publishing.
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Online-Panel zum Thema Comics, Masterclasses AI, Audio, E-Books © Nurettin Çiçek |
Boost your specialist knowledge before the trade fair |
Start the trade fair feeling freshly inspired: in our free online masterclasses, experts impart compact specialist knowledge – from A for audio to S for software. Comics on the Rise will be the topic of an online discussion on 7 October. On the fairgrounds during the book fair, the networking format ‘The Hof’ will swap the virtual space for a live in-person show on 16 October. A specialist talk on AI and live music will ensure the typical ‘The Hof feeling’. |
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Sunandini Banerjee, Naveen Kishore
© Seagull Books |
Seagull Books wins the Aficionado Award |
The 2025 Aficionado Award goes to Seagull Books, an independent publishing house based in Kolkata, India. The company was recognised with the award for their work in publishing literature from around the world with an exceptional eye for quality, diversity and design. The award ceremony will take place on 16 October, 11:00 a.m. at Frankfurter Buchmesse, Frankfurt International Stage (Foyer Hall 5.1/6.1). |
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| +++ Around 60 new publications are being released in the German-speaking market to mark the Philippines' appearance as Guest of Honour +++ Comics, fiction, children's books and much more are being published by 30 different publishing houses. |
+++ Special Programme for Publishers from Ukraine and Neighbouring Countries +++ We present the participants in the support programme for the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse. more information
+++ The autumn edition of the ‘Rights List’ is online! +++ The list is a showcase of current German-language children's and young adult literature. More information more information
+++ Workstations at the Frankfurter Buchmesse can also be booked on a daily basis. +++ There are still a few workstations available. more information |
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