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 “Born Gifted and the Tragedy of the Same: A True Story” by Bernice Stephens Miller — a story of a Spiritually Gifted person who did not Realize the power of her Spiritual Gifts until late in life. The way God used her throughout her life to help others. The miracles God performed through her and the love of God witnessed by her.
Bernice Devotice (Mann) Stephens-Miller was born in Shannon Georgia. She moved to Akron, Ohio when she was two years old. For many years she heard God’s voice and saw visions as he instructed her to use her Spiritual Gifts to help others. At the age of twelve she had a life altering experience. Share with me the experiences of her lifetime, some wonderful, some tragic and assess for yourself the usefulness of these wonderful God given, living tools. If only we had the courage to depend on the extreme possibilities of our Spiritual Gifts while we are young, life would be more rewarding for everyone in our lives. Now at the age of seventy-four she has decided to tell her story.
Imagine being born with a set of extraordinary spiritual gifts that you can’t quite comprehend. This is the remarkable reality for Bernice Stephens-Miller, whose life story unfolds in “Born Gifted and the Tragedy of the Same.” From a young age, Bernice experienced visions, sensed illnesses, and even encountered spirits, but like many who feel different, she grappled with confusion, fear, and a longing to fit in. Her journey is not just a tale of struggle; it’s a powerful testament to the beauty of embracing one’s uniqueness and the divine purpose that often lies hidden within.
As Bernice navigated the complexities of her gifts, she faced numerous trials that would ultimately lead her to a deeper understanding of her purpose. A pivotal moment came during a near-death experience in a devastating fire, which served as a catalyst for her spiritual awakening. It was through these harrowing experiences that she began to recognize the profound depth of what God had placed inside her. With each challenge, she learned to harness her gifts of prophecy, healing, discernment, and wisdom, using them to comfort strangers, guide friends, and even pray for people back from the brink of despair.
Throughout her life, Bernice witnessed miracles that were not for her own glory but as a testament to God’s power and love working through her. She shares incredible moments when her visions saved lives, when her prayers brought healing, and when her unwavering faith carried her through the impossible. What shines brightest in her story is the unwavering belief that God never wasted her pain or her uniqueness. Even during seasons of doubt and anger, she found herself redirected back to her purpose: to serve others with the gifts she had been given.
“Born Gifted and the Tragedy of the Same – A True Story” by Bernice Stephens-Miller is more than just a memoir; it’s a powerful reminder that spiritual gifts are real and that God continues to work wonders through those who are willing to yield to Him. Bernice’s story is a celebration of love as the foundation of every miracle, encouraging us all to embrace our own unique gifts and to recognize the divine purpose that may be waiting to unfold within us. In a world that often pushes for conformity, her journey inspires us to honor our individuality and to use our gifts in service of others, proving that we are all born gifted in our own extraordinary ways.
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