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 “I’m Still Alive” by Jaime Ruiz-Sandoval. 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.
“I’m Still Alive” by Jaime Ruiz-Sandoval is a memoir that recounts the author’s experiences in military aviation, aircraft maintenance, leadership, and survival amid dangerous circumstances. Rather than presenting military service solely through broad descriptions of duty and responsibility, Ruiz-Sandoval draws from his own experiences to provide readers with a firsthand perspective on the pressures faced by an airman responsible for both people and aircraft. His account describes his work as a technical sergeant managing a specialist unit, serving as a crash and recovery manager, acting as a base duty officer and dock chief, and overseeing aircraft maintenance inspections.
The memoir follows Ruiz-Sandoval through a military career in which aviation and responsibility were closely connected. As a technical sergeant, he managed a specialist unit and served as a crash and recovery manager, placing him in a position where the safety of aircraft and personnel could depend upon his judgment. He also performed other leadership and inspection responsibilities, including serving as base duty officer of the day and dock chief responsible for aircraft maintenance inspections.
These duties required technical knowledge, discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions under pressure. By describing these responsibilities from his own perspective, Ruiz-Sandoval provides readers with an inside look at the demanding environment surrounding military aviation and the people responsible for keeping aircraft operational and aircrews safe.
I’m Still Alive is a story of service and survival told by someone who experienced the realities of military aviation firsthand. Its account of aircraft construction, maintenance leadership, combat flying, and dangerous missions gives readers a perspective that is both technical and deeply personal. For readers interested in military memoirs, aviation history, veterans’ experiences, leadership, or stories of perseverance under pressure, Ruiz-Sandoval’s book offers a concise but significant account of a life shaped by duty and risk. The memoir’s central message is reflected in its title: after years of responsibility, danger, and service, the author remains here to tell the story.
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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