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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 15/09/2026

Rights Selling in a Changing Landscape is the topic for today's #FRM26. Are we obsessing too much about the entertainment business? Should the books industry just stay in its lane? Great chat about the impact of social media, kids' diminishing attention spans and the demand for shorter books.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 10/09/2026

One of the most insightful sessions of the day at #ipgac was an overview of the audio market given by Videl Bar-Kar and Mariana Feged of Bookwire + Matt Sweet of @elevenlabs.io ‘It’s a cultural imperative to put audio front and centre’ said Bar-Kar. The huge growth in the sector continues.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 10/09/2026

Today we’re at #ipgac and we are delighted to be a sponsor of this amazingly supportive event. So good to see a packed theatre and so many friends and colleagues. The indie publishing industry seems to be thriving! 🙌

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 08/09/2026

Marie-Pierre Gracedieu is the CEO and Founder of Le Bruit du Monde, a very select and focussed list. She explains that they publish only 12 titles a year, and just 6 books in translation. This allows them to put their energy into books they really believe in. It's very different to 25 years ago.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 08/09/2026

Our next speaker at the FRM is Simon Philippe Turcut of literary publisher Editions La Peuplade who is based in Quebec, Canada. They are one of the only companies there who are publishing books in translation from around the world. They sell books directly to the French market.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 08/09/2026

Today at the Frankfurt Rights Meeting we are focussing on France. Literary agent Pauline Cuchet gives a great overview of the French market: big groups buying up smaller companies, the Fixed Book Price is still important, print runs down and still a thriving independent market. Here are some stats 👇

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 01/09/2026

In its 40th anniversary year, we kicked off this afternoon's Frankfurt Rights Meeting with a discussion about #AI and its impact on the rights business. 2 Key takeaways: most copyright laws still protect human creativity; and AI is useful but there will always be a need for the human in the loop.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 31/08/2026

Under the motto "Publishing Growth in Every Postcode", the industry will come together on 10/09/26 for the IPG Autumn 2026 Conference (in London or online). A great warm-up for #fbm26 in October Further details are available here: www.independentpublishersguild.com/IPG/SharedCo...

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 02/07/2026

🎉Book-to-Screen is coming to #KVIFF! – And these are the selected titles: www.kviff.com/en/film-indu... We aim to connect the publishing and film industries more closely and support the development of a market for adaptation rights from Central and Eastern Europe.🎬

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 09/04/2026

📣 Reminder: You can still apply for Volia– Special Programme for Publishers from Ukraine and Neighbouring Countries until 10 April! ➡️Get all the details, here: www.buchmesse.de/foerderprogr...

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 08/04/2026

💥Comics, manga, and visual storytelling are your thing and you’re a publisher, editor, or rights & licensing manager? Then this is your sign to apply for the Frankfurt Global Network 2026!✍️ ➡️ www.buchmesse.de/en/fellowshi... #BookSky #Publishing #fbm26

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 25/03/2026

✍️Apply now: Frankfurter Buchmesse & Berlinale Matchmaking International publishing houses can now apply to participate in the Book-to-Screen Day Matchmaking at #FBM26. 📅Friday, 9 October 2026 | 11:00 am–1:00 pm 📍FBM ✍️Application deadline: 22 April www.buchmesse.de/en/rights-li... #Booksky

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 17/03/2026

US historian Jill Lepore to speak at the Opening Press Conference of the 2026 Frankfurter Buchmesse! Read the full press release here: www.buchmesse.de/en/press/pre... #fbm26 #booksky #fbm

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 11/03/2026

Meet Osnovy Publishing, the winner of this years Frankfurter Buchmesse Chytomo Special Award!🏆 ➡️You can read the full interview with co-owner and CEO Andriy Vyshnevsky here: www.buchmesse.de/en/news/ukra... #Booksky #Chytomo

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 25/02/2026

📖💫Du bist jung, arbeitest in der Buchbranche und möchtest den deutschen und französischen Buchmarkt hautnah erleben? Dann bewirb dich jetzt für das Paris-Frankfurt Fellowship 2026! ✍️Bewerbungsschluss: 16. März 2026 Alle Infos: www.buchmesse.de/foerderprogr... #buchsky #germanbooksky

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 20/02/2026

Romania to be Guest of Honour at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2028. Today, Romania’s Minister of Culture András Demeter and Frankfurter Buchmesse’s Director Juergen Boos signed the official agreement in Bucharest. The press release can be found here: www.buchmesse.de/en/press/pre... #fbm26 #fbm28

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 13/02/2026

What’s the next story in editing — and who will tell it? Join us for the first The Hof Session of 2026 and find out! The Next Story in Editing – Where Trends, Talent, and Technology Meet 📅26 February 2026 4.00 — 5.00 pm 💻Register now via Zoom: buchmesse-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #thehof #fbm

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 11/02/2026

Next up at #ipgsc is Viviane Basset of @quartobooksuk.bsky.social who is giving a masterclass on Marketing and Publicity. Top tips: look at comparable titles, spend time with the author, understand your audience’s values and interests, and lots of TLC/good author care.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 11/02/2026

“It’s a fact of life but AI doesn’t always behave in the way we expect software to behave” says @georgewalkley.com at #ipgsc What we also know is that AI is getting smarter and cheaper.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 11/02/2026

Awesome keynote from the BBC’s culture and media editor @katierazzbbc.bsky.social ‘AI cannot replace creatives’ she says as she tackles the thorny topics of trust, authenticity and accuracy, culture as the refuge from reality and the rise of podcasts as TV shows #ipgsc

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 11/02/2026

What is it like to lead a big business as a duo? Joint CEOs Sarah Benton and Jonathan Perdoni at @bonnierbooksuk.bsky.social knowledge well. ‘It’s about clearly defined roles, a low-ego modern leadership style.. it’s not about agreeing on everything but it is about trust’ they say #ipgsc

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 11/02/2026

Entrepreneur, co-founder of Shazam and author Ajay Chowdhury addresses the audience at the #ipgsc looking at the interface of publishing and technology. What does it take to build a successful business? He certainly knows!

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 03/02/2026

🌏Mit Kinder- und Jugendbüchern weltweit sichtbar werden: Unsere Rights List bringt ausgewählte Neuerscheinungen deutscher Verlage auf internationale Buchmessen und Branchenevents. 👉 Anmeldeschluss: 20. Februar 2026 Alle Infos: www.buchmesse.de/ausstellen/p...

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 29/01/2026

Under the motto “The Business of Reading”, the publishing industry will come together on 11 February for the IPG Spring 2026 Conference. Those unable to attend in London can also join the event online. Further details are available here www.independentpublishersguild.com/SharedConten... #IPGSC

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 27/01/2026

📣Frankfurter Buchmesse is setting the course for the future: internationally experienced publishing executive Joachim Kaufmann will become President and CEO of Frankfurter Buchmesse in autumn 2026. You can find detailed information in the press release: pr.buchmesse.de/i/OyeHtXKVb0... #fbm26

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 20/01/2026

How is leadership changing in the book industry – and what perspectives do women in decision-making positions bring to the table?📖 🎤We asked Karin Schmidt-Friderichs and Slava Svitova about their thoughts. Read the full interview here: www.buchmesse.de/en/news/inte... @boersenverein.bsky.social

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 09/01/2026

Missed out on some of the many FBM25 events? No problem! You can gain insights from industry experts, explore the trends shaping publishing, and expand your knowledge by rewatching FBM25 sessions in our media library.🎬 ➡️https://www.buchmesse.de/en/highlights/media-library Our tipps for you:

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 08/01/2026

Translating Chile: Open Call 2026📣 📚Chile will be the Guest of Honour at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2027! The Translating Chile program is looking for foreign publishers interested in translating and publishing Chilean books in other languages. ➡️More information: www.dirac.gob.cl/traducciones

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 06/01/2026

Happy 2026!🎉 A new year also means a new Frankfurter Buchmesse📖 We look forward to another year filled with a shared passion for books, reading and writing new stories!🫶 ✍️ #FBM26 will take place from 7–11 October 2026 with Czechia as Guest of Honour Czechia2026. #booksky #buchbubble

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 17/12/2025

💥Comics are born in dialogue – and business grows in exchange. 📈For 2026, both the Comics Business Centre and the Webtoon Area will expand, reflecting the developments in the industry ➡️Book your table now until 31 January 2026 and meet the global comics industry at Frankfurter Buchmesse!

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 12/12/2025

🎤„Frankfurt bleibt in Bewegung – mit der Branche, für die Branche.“ Christian Ebert (Geschäftsleitung FBM) im Interview über das neue Hallenlayout 2026✍️ ➡️Hier geht es zum Artikel im Börsenblatt: www.boersenblatt.net/home/neu-sor... #FBM26 #BlueskyVerlage #Buchbubble

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 03/12/2025

Discover German Stories in Guadalajara!🧳 📚The #FIDL is taking place from 29 November - 5 December 2025. Come say Hi! 📍German Collective Stand No. II 1, EXPO Guadalajara ➡️Find our full programme and a list of all co-exhibitors, here: www.german-stories.de/.../feria-in.... #booksky #bookfair

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 27/11/2025

🌎Mit Büchern um die Welt: das sind die Deutschen Gemeinschaftsstände 2026! Internationale Präsenz zeigen und ausländische Märkte erschließen - mit unserem Netzwerk. 🤝 ➡️Jetzt anmelden und ein globales Netzwerk aufbauen: www.buchmesse.de/ausstellen/p...

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 06/11/2025

📚 One year after Italy’s appearance as Guest of Honour at #FBM24, Giornale della Libreria explores the current state of the Italian publishing industry. Download the PDF for free, here: www.giornaledellalibreria.it/landing-page...

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 05/11/2025

Frankfurter Buchmesse auf Expansionskurs – mit neuer Leadagentur Scholz & Friends🎉 Wir danken Vier für Texas für 13 Jahre erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit!♥️ Hier geht es zur Pressemitteilung: www.buchmesse.de/presse/press...

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 04/11/2025

🎥The next Book-to-Screen story: submit your novel for Books at Berlinale now! ✍️ Deadline: November 11, 2025 👉You can find all details, including a short checklist for publishers and literary agents, here: www.efm-berlinale.de/en/copro-mar... #berlinale #book #film

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 21/10/2025

📈Frankfurter Buchmesse continues to grow – and connect the world of literature! The 77th edition was all about growth, global discourse, and a passion for reading across generations. 🤝 Read the full press release here: www.buchmesse.de/en/press/pre... #fbm25 #booksky

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 21/10/2025

That’s a wrap for Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025!🎉 We would like to thank all participants, exhibitors, and visitors for that special #OnlyAtFBM -Feeling.📚 Don’t forget to save the date: Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026 will take place from 7 to 11 October 2026!

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 16/10/2025

Leaving a chair for the 3rd panellist: Conversational AI Amanda Collins. Amanda was the perfect guest until she went off in a strop and refused to speak any more! AI tools are clearly not perfect right now! #AI #fbm25

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 16/10/2025

When The Hof comes 'live' to Frankfurt and asks who controls reality? Tasked with making sense of it all were: Chief Publishing Officer at Springer Nature, Harsh Jegadeesan; and Davar Ardalan, author of AI for Community; and Under Secretary General at the United Nations, Melissa Fleming #fbm25

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 15/10/2025

The challenges of publishing audio experienced by the independent sector and how listening behaviour differs in markets around the world. With Jon Watt (Bonnier UK), Sabine Cramer (Dumont, Koln) and @pubperspectives.bsky.social’s Porter Anderson #fbm25

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 15/10/2025

The incredible @grantamag.bsky.social are celebrating 25 years coming to the book fair, so we popped over to their stand with gifts for Noel Murphy, Commercial Director #fbm25

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 15/10/2025

CEO of Simon & Schuster International Perminder Mann talked candidly with @porteranderson.bsky.social of @pubperspectives.bsky.social about new challenges, company culture, respect for others in the workplace, leadership style and the desire to be truly global publisher #fbm25 #ExecutiveTalk

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 15/10/2025

Really interesting talk from Laura Summers of BookMachine, giving expert advice about resilience in the workplace, with a focus on emotional agility, adaptability, connection and sustainable stamina. Top tips too on getting enough sleeping, setting boundaries and getting away from screen! #fbm25

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 15/10/2025

‘How To Future Proof Your Publishing Career’ panel now on the Innovation Stage with Suzy Astbury, Sara Lloyd, Meru Gokhale and Suzanne Collier. Already getting into the hot topic of AI and how it’s disrupting the publishing industry #fbm25

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 14/10/2025

If you are coming to #fbm25 this week, don’t forget to visit the Guest of Honour The Philippines in The Forum. They have some striking exhibits! #OnlyAtFBM

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 14/10/2025

We are looking forward to the TikTok Book Awards and even more space for the community! At #fbm25, great literary voices will come together with young readers – a celebration of books for everyone! 📚

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 14/10/2025

Frankfurt Calling is our global forum for exchange on the same level – with partners such as the UN, Amnesty International and the International Publishers Association.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 14/10/2025

With Book-to-Screen, Book-to-Streaming and Book-to-Games, we offer the platform on which texts become global content – whether on paper, on screen or in the digital space.

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Frankfurter Buchmesse @buchmesse.de · 14/10/2025

“Frankfurter Buchmesse demonstrates what literature is capable of: it connects people, it tolerates contradictions and it opens up new perspectives.” says Juergen Boos, Director of Frankfurter Buchmesse.

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