A Testament to Hope, Perseverance, and Divine Purpose
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 of ideas and imagination, Kravitz & Sons proudly showcases Outcast With God’s Miracles by Joseph Therance — a powerful, deeply personal work that bears witness to faith under fire and the triumph of perseverance in the face of life’s greatest challenges.
The Voice of Resilience and Faith
Joseph Therance embodies the spirit of endurance. Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he has lived a life marked by hardship, perseverance, and unwavering faith. His story is not one of defeat but of determination — the tale of a man who faced discrimination, illness, and financial difficulty, yet chose to rise above it all through belief and courage.
A retired pipefitter at Exxon, Therance holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education and is as creative as he is resilient. Beyond writing, he has explored music, art, invention, and poetry, producing song lyrics, portraits, and innovative designs. His earlier works, Signs of Life and Horse Racing: Plotting Winners, already hinted at his curiosity and versatility, but with Outcast With God’s Miracles, he delivers something far deeper — a personal testimony of divine purpose and survival.
A Journey of Struggle and Spiritual Awakening
Outcast With God’s Miracles is more than an autobiography — it’s a spiritual odyssey. In it, Therance shares the trials of an African-American family navigating the painful realities of modern America — from racial discrimination and government harassment to sickness and financial strain. Yet even through these challenges, his story shines with faith.
A near-death experience early in life gave Therance a profound awareness of God’s constant presence, shaping how he faced the trials that followed. With honesty and grace, he exposes the cracks in society while offering readers something much rarer — hope. His story reminds us that miracles are not always dramatic displays of power; sometimes they are the quiet strength to endure another day.
Through his deeply personal reflections, Outcast With God’s Miracles urges readers to confront injustice, trust in divine timing, and hold fast to their purpose — even when the world turns its back.
Why It Belongs on the Global Stage
At a time when social division, inequality, and uncertainty dominate headlines, Outcast With God’s Miracles stands as a timely and timeless reminder of resilience and grace. Its inclusion at the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025 celebrates more than a single life story — it celebrates faith, family, and the universal human desire to overcome.
Therance’s testimony transcends borders, speaking to anyone who has ever felt unseen or unheard. His story carries the heartbeat of the oppressed, the courage of survivors, and the unshakable truth that miracles still happen. At the world’s grandest stage for storytelling, Outcast With God’s Miracles reminds us that no struggle is wasted when it leads us back to hope.
