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 across the globe. Known as the beating heart of the publishing world, this grand event gathers more than 7,500 exhibitors from over 100 countries, 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 raises the bar even higher, offering more than 4,000 seminars and roundtable discussions that spotlight the evolving future of books and storytelling. From bold new voices to literary legends, the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 remains the ultimate hub for discovering stories that inspire, unite, and challenge perspectives.
Adding a splash of cultural pride, this year’s Guest of Honour—Philippines—brings its vibrant literary tradition and storytelling heritage to the world stage. With colorful themes of faith, family, and identity, the Philippines’ participation breathes new life into this year’s fair, reminding everyone that imagination knows no borders.
As the fair celebrates another successful year of bringing together the brightest minds in publishing, Citi of Books proudly joins the festivities at the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse, showcasing inspiring titles from its talented authors. Among the featured works in the Book Gallery is “The Clinton Mafia” by Vonda Crocker — a book that unfolds a surprising, often hilarious, and ultimately thrilling tale of crime, sisterhood, and small-town resilience.
Vonda Crocker graduated from the University of Arkansas and has taught all levels of school. She moved with her Army officer husband 26 times in thirty-four years. She has earned three black belts in karate, a ski instructor, crafter, an Army trained facilitator, and an avid gardener.
This novel isn’t your average cozy mystery. It blends suspense, humor, real-world issues, and rich character development into a page-turning story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. At the heart of the chaos is a group of unforgettable women—affectionately known as “The Clinton Mafia”—who are as witty and loyal as they are underestimated.
The story kicks off with the seemingly ordinary routines of Clinton’s residents: fudge-making, flower-shop tending, courthouse coffee breaks, and wine nights among a tight-knit group of friends.
But things take a sinister turn when a man dies in a car crash, triggering a hidden drug cache to reveal itself and setting off a chain of events that suggests something far viler is happening beneath Clinton’s picturesque surface. Savanna Sue Morgan and her band of fiercely intelligent, humorous, and devoted friends—Tiffany, Valita, Roz, Tammy, Belle, Buffy, and more—who begin to notice that something isn’t right.
From suspicious sales of large quantities of fudge to overheard conversations in a Mobile, Alabama restroom, the ladies connect the dots between their sleepy town and a multi-state drug operation. What follows is a combination of sleuthing, undercover teamwork, support for vulnerable community members, and a thrilling unraveling of a cocaine distribution ring—all while managing boutiques, writing food columns, and sharing wine-fueled updates on their families.
Overall, “The Clinton Mafia” by Vonda Crocker is a smart, sassy, and surprisingly powerful novel that celebrates friendship, sharp instincts, and the courage to stand up when something doesn’t feel right. Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with a twist, strong female leads, or those who appreciate a touch of humor in their mystery, this book will leave you cheering for the ladies of Clinton—and wondering what they’ll uncover next.
Purchase the book through this link: https://citiofbooks.com/bookstore/fiction/the-clinton-mafia/