Messiah Publishing House proudly reached an important milestone with its first participation as part of the Philippine delegation at the Frankfurt Book Fair in October 14-18 2025, with the Philippines as the Guest of Honor country. As the world’s largest and most influential book fair, the event provided exceptional global exposure and meaningful opportunities for engagement within the international publishing community.
Key highlights included networking with publishers and industry leaders from around the world, opening doors for future collaborations and partnerships. The publishing house was represented by CEO Josaias T. dela Cruz and Publishing Manager, Ms. Miriam dela Cruz. Ms. Miriam was a facilitator at the Asian Stage discussion, “Publishing Services in Asia,” held on October 17, 2025, where she contributed to discussions on the evolving landscape of publishing in the region.
The fair also served as an important platform for introducing the publishing’s first children’s storybook , Save Our Seas with Lito and the SOS Team to the international market, The artistically illustrated book shared its message of environmental awareness with a global audience. Participation in various talks and discussions on international stages further enriched the team’s understanding of global publishing trends and innovations.
This first-time participation at the Frankfurt Book Fair, alongside the Philippines’ role as Guest of Honor—marked a significant step in expanding Messiah Publishing House’s presence and visibility in the international world of publishing. Beyond textbooks, the publishing house is opening a new chapter, creating children’s stories that nurture values, imagination, and character.
