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 “To Then and Back Again: A Memoir Part One A Collection of Uh-Oh’s, No No’s and A Few OMG’S” by Jerry Bryson McMillan.
Jerry Bryson McMillan, a mid-forties man, has been writing his story for over ten years. His intentions have shifted from telling his mother’s story to telling his own story. McMillan believes that his writing has become therapeutic and liberating, as it allows him to walk in another’s shoes and see the world through another’s eyes. His original writings were dark and sophomoric, but he now believes that the writing experience has served its purpose.
McMillan believes that he unintentionally freed himself from the chaos he wanted to write about and felt the writing experience had served its purpose. He believes that his story has something to say to everyone. He believes that the writing bug has bitten again, and he is now paying attention to his story.
“To Then and Back Again: A Memoir Part One A Collection of Uh-Oh’s, No No’s and A Few OMG’S” by Jerry Bryson McMillan is a memoir exploring the real-life experiences of the author with broader historical events, reflecting on the events that have shaped his life. This memoir covers overcoming loneliness, hidden struggles, and journey to self-discovery.
The book invites its readers to experience these poignant moments firsthand, experiencing the highs and lows of life, including dealing with loneliness, loss, and unexpected challenges. Jerry’s hope aims to inspire the readers to not only relate to his story but to imagine themselves in his experiences as their own.