Held from October 7 to 11, 2026, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the 78th Frankfurter Buchmesse brought together members of the international book and media industry for a five-day celebration of literature, publishing, and creative exchange. As one of the major meeting points for the global publishing community, the fair created a space where publishers, authors, literary agents, booksellers, rights professionals, distributors, and other industry representatives could meet, share ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration. Beyond showcasing books from different parts of the world, the event encouraged meaningful conversations about the future of publishing, the changing interests of readers, and the many ways stories can reach audiences across languages and cultures.
Among the titles represented by Citi of Books at this international literary gathering is “#Brooketales: One Baby’s NICU Story and a Mother’s Healing Journey” by Kristee Hall. The book joins a diverse collection of literary works featured at the fair, representing the creativity, unique perspectives, and storytelling approaches that make the publishing world vibrant and diverse. Its presence at the event offers an opportunity to introduce the author’s work to a broader international audience while contributing to the exchange of stories and ideas among readers, authors, and publishing professionals. Through the representation of titles across various genres and themes, Citi of Books continues to support opportunities for authors to expand their reach and connect with new audiences in the global literary community.
When doctors say, “Prepare for the worst,” what do you do when your faith tells you to fight?
Brooketales is a powerful Christian memoir and inspirational true story that takes readers inside the emotional battlefield of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), where one mother refuses to surrender hope for her premature daughter. This faith-based motherhood story reveals what it truly means to trust God in the middle of medical trauma, overwhelming uncertainty, and life-altering decisions.
From the first terrifying hospital calls to the relentless beeping of machines, Kristee Hall brings readers into the raw, unfiltered reality of life as a NICU parent. Surrounded by doctors, diagnoses, and shifting prognoses, she is forced to quickly become more than a mother—she becomes a researcher, an advocate, and a spiritual warrior. When systems feel impersonal and voices are dismissed, she discovers that faith is not passive. It is bold. It is informed. And it is relentless.
This Christian memoir explores the emotional toll of premature birth, prolonged hospitalization, and the mental strain of fighting for your child while balancing work, exhaustion, and fear. Through scripture, prayer, and honest reflection, Brooketales reminds readers that trusting God does not mean denying medical reality—it means believing beyond it. It is a story of resilience, advocacy, healing, and divine covering.
More than a NICU story, Brooketales speaks to every mother, caregiver, and faith-driven reader who has ever felt overwhelmed, silenced, or afraid to hope. It sheds light on the quiet strength required to speak up in intimidating spaces and the courage it takes to stand firm when outcomes are uncertain. For parents navigating medical trauma, grief, or prolonged waiting seasons, this book offers both validation and encouragement.
Citi of Books at the 78th Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026 — showcasing stories from diverse voices and creating opportunities for authors and their books to reach new markets, connect with global audiences, and inspire readers beyond borders.
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