A Journey of Praise and 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 Poems for Praise, Comfort, and Joy: Volume I by Ronald Jirovec — a powerful testament to faith expressed through poetry and devotion.
Building the Foundation of Faith
Poems for Praise, Comfort, and Joy: Volume I, Ronald Jirovec invites readers to explore the beginnings of his poetic mission — a collection of verses centered on hope, holiness, and divine purpose. His poems, inspired by Scripture and personal reflection, bridge the distance between everyday struggle and eternal truth.
From “My Odyssey” to “God the Potter” and “Following Jesus: Taking a Bold Stand,” each piece reveals how faith can restore and uplift the human spirit. This first installment serves as a guide for believers seeking inspiration in their daily walk with God — gentle in tone, yet rich in conviction.
A Poet Led by Scripture and Spirit
Born in Merrill, Wisconsin, Ronald Jirovec discovered his love of literature while studying at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. As he grew in faith, he began channeling his devotion into writing — crafting poems that both instruct and encourage.
His poetry explores life’s mystery, hardship, and beauty while remaining anchored in biblical wisdom. Through more than 450 poems across his trilogy, Jirovec challenges readers to seek God earnestly and reflect on the purpose of their journey.
Why It Belongs on the Global Stage
At a global fair that unites cultures through storytelling, Volume I reminds us that poetry is prayer made visible — a universal language of faith and comfort. Its inclusion at Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025 honors literature’s power to heal, guide, and inspire. Jirovec’s debut volume uplifts the Christian spirit while resonating with readers of all walks of life who long for meaning and peace.
