The world’s largest book fair, Frankfurter Buchmesse, once again opened its doors from October 15–19, 2025, in Frankfurt, Germany—welcoming dreamers, storytellers, and innovators from around the globe. Known as the beating heart of the publishing world, this grand event gathers more than 7,500 exhibitors from over 100 countries, along with an expected 280,000 attendees and 10,000 media professionals. It’s not just a fair—it’s a global celebration of literature, culture, and creativity.
This year’s fair was extraordinary, with over 4,000 seminars and roundtable discussions spotlighting the future of books and storytelling. From bold new voices to legendary authors, the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 continues to serve as the ultimate hub for discovering fresh perspectives and timeless tales.
As the fair celebrates another successful year of bringing together the brightest minds in publishing, Citi of Books proudly joins the festivities at this year’s Frankfurter Buchmesse, showcasing inspiring titles from its talented authors.
In collaboration with Citi of Books, the author of “Summer of 2020,” Karla Sutton McKinney, held a successful book distribution event during the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse.
“Summer of 2020” masterfully expresses the duality of pain and perseverance. Sutton-McKinney explores the emotional terrain of powerlessness and rage while holding fast to resilience and spiritual belief. Her faith in God provides a firm foundation amid the chaos, helping her navigate the uncertainty and pain with grace and clarity. It is this faith—steady and unwavering—that breathes hope into every line of her poetry.
The book captures the emotional and societal upheaval of a defining moment in American history. It offers a deep personal response to a season marked by grief, anger, and protest. Through her poignant reflections, Sutton-McKinney gives voice to the raw and conflicting emotions that defined the summer following the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other unarmed Black individuals at the hands of police.
“Summer of 2020” masterfully expresses the duality of pain and perseverance. Sutton-McKinney explores the emotional
terrain of powerlessness and rage while holding fast to resilience and spiritual belief. Her faith in God provides a firm foundation amid the chaos, helping her navigate the uncertainty and pain with grace and clarity. It is this faith—steady and unwavering—that breathes hope into every line of her poetry.
The book captures the emotional and societal upheaval of a defining moment in American history. It offers a deep personal response to a season marked by grief, anger, and protest. Through her poignant reflections, Sutton-McKinney gives voice to the raw and conflicting emotions that defined the summer following the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other unarmed Black individuals at the hands of police.
“Summer of 2020” is not just a record of a turbulent season; it is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. With conviction, vulnerability, and grace, Sutton-McKinney invites readers to reflect, feel, and believe in a better future.
