Where Courage and Imagination Chase Away the Dark
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 grand celebration of creativity, Kravitz & Sons proudly presents YAHOOTIE by Dr. K.L. Scott — a whimsical and heartwarming story that helps children face their fears through laughter, imagination, and friendship.
When Friendship Silences Fear
In YAHOOTIE, a young child finds themselves afraid of the mysterious “Fred” who lurks under the bed — a fear many children know too well. But with the help of a playful new friend named Yahootie, a mischievous cat named Brat, and a giggling companion named Nellie, the child learns that courage can grow from connection and joy. What begins as a story of fright quickly turns into a tale of empowerment, proving that sometimes, monsters aren’t as scary as they seem — especially when faced with laughter and love.
Through lively rhymes, clever wordplay, and a warm-hearted narrative, Dr. Scott transforms an ordinary bedtime story into an extraordinary journey of discovery. It’s a reminder to young readers that courage often hides in kindness, and imagination is the strongest light in the dark.
A Storyteller Who Speaks to the Heart
Dr. K.L. Scott has built a beautiful legacy of writing stories that blend humor, heart, and wisdom. Known for Saurus: Making Friends and The Land of Saurus: Then There Were Three, he continues to create timeless tales that encourage empathy and emotional growth in young readers. His lyrical storytelling, rooted in playfulness and purpose, carries lessons that stretch beyond the page — helping children and adults alike find strength through compassion and creativity.
Why It Belongs on the Global Stage
At the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse, where the world’s cultures unite through the power of books, YAHOOTIE shines as a celebration of courage and imagination.
Dr. Scott’s story reminds readers everywhere that even in fear, there’s room for laughter — and in darkness, there’s always a light waiting to be found.
Presented on the global stage of Frankfurt 2025, YAHOOTIE perfectly captures the fair’s enduring message: that stories, especially those born from kindness and creativity, have the power to heal, inspire, and unite.
