Frankfurter Buchmessse

The Frankfurt Book Fair 2026: The Pulsating Heart of the Book World

The Frankfurt Book Fair, taking place from October 7th to 11th, 2026, in the metropolis of Frankfurt, is far more than just a trade fair – it is the global epicenter of the literary and media industry. For centuries, publishers, authors, agents, booksellers, and creative professionals from around the world have gathered here annually to set the course for the future of the written word. It is the most important international trading platform for content of all kinds – from novels and specialist books to digital media. For anyone working in the book and media world or who has a deep passion for literature, the Frankfurt Book Fair is an indispensable event. It is a place where not only business is done and licenses are negotiated, but also where cultural debates are initiated and the bestsellers of tomorrow are discovere