Open Books — Reading Festival for the Frankfurt Book Fair — Edition 2025

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14 Oct 2025 — 18 Oct 2025 Finished Free

Overview

Open Books 2025 took place parallel to the Frankfurt Book Fair with around 125 readings and the opening on October 14 with the Blue Sofa. Guests at the opening: Natalie Amiri, Katerina Poladjan, and Kaleb Erdmann as nominees for the German Book Prize 2025.

In 2025, Open Books was once again held parallel to the Book Fair. The opening on October 14 was moderated by the Blue Sofa and brought the nominees for the German Book Prize, Natalie Amiri, Katerina Poladjan, and Kaleb Erdmann, to the stage of the Römerhallen. The program was again spread across several venues around the Römer.

Programme

Around 125 free readings and panel discussions parallel to the Frankfurt Book Fair in the Römerhallen and other venues. Opening with the Blue Sofa.

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