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 “Dar y Recibir” by David Read, the Spanish Editionof “Give and Take” — an invitation for readers to reflect on the profound impact of our experiences and thoughts.
David A. Read is a devoted author and spiritual seeker whose journey took a transformative turn in 2016 when he felt a divine calling to write a book titled “Give and Take.” This calling was not just a simple nudge; it was a persistent message from God that compelled David to confront the shortcomings in his spiritual life. As he embarked on this writing journey, he found himself undergoing a profound maturing process, deepening his understanding of faith and spirituality. Through the revelations he received while writing, David not only crafted a compelling narrative but also experienced significant personal growth, learning to embrace the lessons of humility and surrender.
Growing up in a small rural town in Northern Indiana, David balanced his time between coaching junior high school teams, running a co-owned business, and working for large corporations. His life took a pivotal turn when he married his best friend and together, they welcomed three children into their family. It was during this time that God began to qualify David for a greater purpose, urging him to shift his focus from self-centered living to a deeper relationship with the Lord. Inspired by the words of the Apostle Paul in Philippians 3:7-13, David continues to press forward in his spiritual journey, striving to know Christ and the power of His resurrection. Amidst the trials and victories of life, he remains anchored in the love of God, Jesus, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, ever committed to sharing his insights and experiences through his writing.
“Dar y Recibir” traces a journey from salvation through struggle, into peace, and finally to gratitude. David Read suggests that our beliefs about people, work, and relationships all spring from one core principle: the balance between what we offer and what we receive. This balance, he explains, is rooted in the divine design of our souls—created in God’s image—which equips us to engage meaningfully with every aspect of life.
This book offers a thoughtful exploration of how our lives are shaped by what we choose to give and what we choose to take. Rooted in the biblical truth that we are made in God’s image, Read argues that every thought, action, and relationship reflects this divine capacity. Starting from salvation, the journey weaves through spiritual warfare, restoration, peace, and ultimately gratitude—illuminating how spiritual insight transforms our responses to life’s ups and downs.
As the book unfolds, it becomes clear that every encounter, every experience, and every relationship reflects how we give to God and how we receive from Him. Read emphasizes that God abundantly supplies wisdom and resources, urging us to embrace these gifts for growth and transformation.
The deeper we go, the more we realize that our lives are defined by what we contribute and the wisdom we take in. The principle of give-and-take is not abstract; it provides a practical framework for navigating daily challenges and building healthy relationships.
Drawing from the lives of biblical figures like David, Nehemiah, and Daniel, Read illustrates how their faith, discipline, and choices embodied this principle. Through their stories, we learn that respect, forgiveness, and mastering our thoughts are vital to living out this dynamic. These examples reveal how love and divine guidance shape our actions, decisions, and connections with God and others.
Ultimately, “Dar y Recibir” by David Read blends theology with practical insights, inviting readers to pause and reflect on their own lives. By practicing this balance, we can strengthen our faith, deepen our relationships, and experience the fullness of God’s purpose. More than just a book, it serves as a call to transformation—encouraging readers to reimagine how they engage with God, others, and the world around them.
Below is the Spanish description of the book:
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado por qué piensas de la manera en que lo haces acerca de las personas, los trabajos, las relaciones y prácticamente sobre cualquier cosa que hayas encontrado? Todo lo que has experimentado, cada pensamiento que has tenido, es el resultado directo de lo que le has dado o lo que has tomado de ello. Esta es la capacidad de nuestras almas para dar pensamiento y recibir pensamiento en relación con todo lo que vemos, oímos y sentimos en esta vida. Dios nos ha diseñado a su imagen, y en esta creación nos ha dado la capacidad de hacerlo.
En este libro Dar y Recibir, seguiremos el camino desde la salvación hasta la guerra, hacia la paz y la acción de gracias, al ver que Dios nos da mucho y que mucho está disponible de Él para que lo tomemos en nuestro beneficio. Al descubrir quién es Él como Dios soberano, comenzarás a medir tu vida según lo que le das y lo que tomas de ella. Entender que los principios establecidos en el dar y recibir los aplicamos en el respeto, el perdón, el tomar cautivo los pensamientos y más, como se ve en los ejemplos de David, Nehemías, Daniel, el apóstol Juan y otros, es a través de su amor. Todo lo que damos a esta vida y todo lo que tomamos de esta vida está definido por este principio de dar y recibir. Cada relación, cada evento, cada momento se interpreta por cómo damos a Dios y cómo recibimos de Él.
Purchase the book through this link: https://citiofbooks.com/bookstore/new-release/dar-y-recibir/