Stages

Getting perspectives on tomorrow’s world: visitors can find out what’s moving the industry diving into exciting talks and lectures on current cultural policy issues – with renowned speakers from the publishing world, literature, society and politics.

Meet top speakers, industry leaders and bestselling authors at our Frankfurt Studio. As a trade visitor, you can look forward to gain valuable insights into the international publishing industry with the Publishing Perspectives Forum which will be part of the programme from Wednesday to Friday during the fair for the first time in 2024.

The International Translation Center becomes the Centre of Words - Literature & Translation Stage.
The new Centre of Words is the central meeting point for literature and translation with its own stage and networking area for encounters and exchanges.

The International Stage offers insights into global book markets, featuring international publishing experts and authors.

The stage in Hall 4.0 is all about trends and market developments in the fields of academic, education and publishing services. On Saturday and Sunday, the stage will become the centre of the Campus Weekend for students and knowledge enthusiasts.

THE ARTS+ Stage is all about trends and innovation in the publishing industry, cross-industry networking and the coming together of the publishing and media world.