In the organizer's words:

"Sunrise No. 5" is the name of the new novel by Cologne-based author Carsten Henn. Carsten Henn became known to a large audience with his novel "Der Buchspazierer", which has inspired millions of readers since its publication in 2020. The book was on the SPIEGEL bestseller list for over two years, was translated into more than 30 languages and was successfully adapted for the big screen with Christoph Maria Herbst in the lead role. Now comes "Sunrise No. 5", a new, heart-warming story. Warm-hearted, clever and tongue-in-cheek, the Cologne-based author tells of the secret of a good life, the power of memory and the gift of friendship. The story of the old film diva Stella Dor and her 19-year-old ghostwriter Jonas Engelbaum is a novel for the soul. But Carsten Henn is not only known for his novels. He has worked as a food critic for the Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger newspaper for many years. In his column "Henns Geschmackssache", he sees himself as an advocate for readers and tests his way unerringly through the region's restaurants. His annual lists of the best restaurants are regarded as an important guide for gourmets and connoisseurs in and around Cologne. At the "Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger" Workstage on January 15, 2026, Carsten Henn will give an insight into his work as an author, present his novel and answer questions from the audience. Sarah Brasack, deputy editor-in-chief of the "Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger", will moderate.