Where Courage Meets Combat in a World on the Brink
From its modest beginnings in 1949, when postwar publishers gathered in Frankfurt to rebuild and share new ideas, the Frankfurter Buchmesse has grown into the world’s most important international book fair. Over the decades, it has transformed from a regional gathering of German publishers into a global platform where stories are launched, partnerships are forged, and the future of publishing is shaped. That journey of steady growth, vision, and innovation is what makes the fair so influential today.
Now celebrating its 77th year, the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025 is set to host more than 7,500 exhibitors from across the globe. It offers far more than book displays: visitors can explore groundbreaking titles, attend insightful discussions with leading authors and thinkers, witness the latest in publishing technology, and discover how books continue to evolve across media and cultures. It’s not just a fair — it’s a creative crossroads where tradition meets tomorrow.
The Imagination Peoples the Air
Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025
Adding to the excitement, the Philippines takes center stage as the Guest of Honour for 2025, presenting the theme “The Imagination Peoples the Air” — a powerful nod to the nation’s storytelling spirit inspired by José Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere. With over a hundred Filipino authors, artists, and events bringing the country’s rich literary heritage and contemporary voices to Frankfurt, this year’s fair celebrates not only books but also the vibrant diversity of global storytelling.
Amid this extraordinary celebration, Kravitz & Sons proudly features MMA Hero: It’s About Time by Herman Franck, an explosive and high-octane novel that blends martial arts mastery, patriotism, and the unrelenting human drive to fight for what’s right.
A Battle Beyond the Ring
In MMA Hero: It’s About Time, a world champion MMA fighter from the People’s Republic of China joins forces with a world champion Jiu Jitsu competitor from Las Vegas, Nevada. Together, they lead a private army of elite fighters tasked with saving America from an apocalyptic collapse. This gripping tale combines intense combat sequences, cross-cultural unity, and an unshakable sense of duty.
Herman Franck’s storytelling doesn’t just showcase physical strength — it taps into the emotional and moral core of heroism. The novel explores the idea that real warriors fight not for glory but for the survival of humanity itself.
Why It Belongs on the Global Stage
At the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025, where literature from every corner of the world meets, MMA Hero: It’s About Time stands tall as a symbol of resilience, unity, and courage. Its fast-paced narrative and universal message of honor in the face of chaos echo the global struggles of our time — reminding readers that heroes are not born; they are forged in moments of crisis.
