Overview
- Kiepenheuer & Witsch published Wolkenberührpunkt on October 1, 2026, marking Kramer’s second novel after his 2025 debut.
- The book interweaves a fictional protagonist’s coming‑of‑age with autobiographical episodes from Kramer's upbringing and playing career.
- Kramer writes about his emotional exit from Borussia Mönchengladbach and describes arriving at Borussia‑Park as feeling “like a guest at my own funeral.”
- Major themes include gratitude for a privileged childhood, friendship, nostalgia for 1990s/2000s pop culture, and reflections on growing into adulthood.
- Publisher promotion will include a wide digital campaign and author appearances, which is likely to keep Kramer visible as he continues his post‑football career in media and literature.