The world’s largest bookfair, Frankfurter Buchmesse, opened its doors last October 16-20, 2024, in Frankfurt, Germany. For worldwide business and trading, it is regarded as the most significant book fair on earth. More than 4,300 exhibitors and an expected 114,000 trade visitors from 131 countries, welcoming rights professionals from a total of 355 agencies and publishers make the Frankfurt Book Fair a place of endless discoveries. On the stages we experienced exciting international voices.
As the Frankfurter Buchmesse celebrates its anniversary for another year of serving the industry, Citi of Books did not miss the chance to join the 76th Frankfurt Book Fair (Frankfurter Buchmesse) in Frankfurt, Germany. This spectacular gathering honors fascinating works and their creators.
With a series of activities prepared, one of the most anticipated this year is the chosen country to be the guest of honor, which is Italy. The country will present not just its diverse, unique qualities as an attractive place to travel but also as a country with a rich literary tradition.
Citi of Books is excited to present books written by our distinguished authors. In our assigned booth, a range of books—from fiction to nonfiction—would be on exhibit. A book included in the gallery was “The Half-life of Secrets” by Holland Childhouse.
The author, Holland Childhouse, holds a degree from the University of California, Berkeley. For many years, she worked as a professional technical writer. Later, she held the position of Vice President of a Silicon Valley Cad/Cam software company. Currently, she lives in Colorado with her husband.
This thought-provoking story, “The Half-Life of Secrets,” is about a woman, Olivia Calvert, reviewing her life as she faces her near death. As she reflects on her life, Olivia embraces the acceptance of her fate. She acknowledged the thought that, in dying, she would be reunited with her deceased husband, Charlie, and granddaughter, Macy.
Olivia slowly loses her senses as her health deteriorates. She reflects on her life through these five senses, diving into the memories of the past. The story concludes with reflections on Olivia’s legacy. Her family and loved ones found solace in the knowledge that Olivia’s life was marked by love, resilience, and a quest for forgiveness.
“The Half-Life of Secrets” aims to make a lasting impression on audiences by providing a deep examination of the resiliency of the human spirit and highlighting the significance of letting go of resentment and embracing love and compassion. The narrative underscores the importance of accepting life’s uncontrollable forces and the healing power of forgiving.