Professional programme

The Future of Publishing.

Expand your knowledge through our professional programme and take advantage of the opportunities for continuing professional development while sharing ideas and experiences.

Expand your expertise and your network

Masterclasses by Frankfurter Buchmesse

Gain an extra dose of expertise even before the start of Frankfurter Buchmesse. Learn more about book markets and latest publishing trends such as audio, AI, new tools and technologies in rights management and distribution and much more!

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Meet the publishing community at The Hof

Experience the Frankfurt factor all year round with our digital networking format The Hof! Enjoy exciting interviews with international publishing experts, chat with publishing colleagues and look forward to solid business advice, serendipity, mindfulness and live music!

Topics, formats and stages at #fbm24

Industry-specific know-how in our thematic areas

Are you looking for events aimed precisely at your community, such as Audiobooks, Children's Books or Academic Publishing? Get an overview of what’s happening for your community on our Frankfurter Buchmesse topic pages.

Our fair stages featured all the industry’s big names

#fbm24 feature a multi-faceted professional programme on our fair stages, including panel discussions and lectures by renowned speakers on industry topics and trends.