Founded in 1983 by Miami Dade College and community partners, the Miami Book Fair has been recognized as the nation’s finest literary event of its kind. This year Miami Book Fair International celebrates its 25 Miami Book Fair International and its importance. The fair includes evening lectures beginning on Sunday November 9th through Friday November 13th. This year, Miami Book Fair International has partnered with Diamond Book Distributors to present comprehensive programs on graphic novels and the comics world.

Over 300 authors take part in the Fair’s prestigious line-up of back to back author presentations. The lineup includes storytelling workshops, acting and dancing sessions, rock band performances, poetry and comic book presentations. Many of the authors appearing at the Miami Book Fair have been recognized with such literary awards as the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award and the O’Henry Award.

Street Fair; Antiquarian Annex; and Children’s Alley, with readings, book signings, performances and hands-on activities. Featuring major literary figures reading and discussing their books in English and Spanish.

During the weekend Street Fair, Nov. 14, 15 and 16, there was also expanded programming for the children’s and teens’ portions of the Fair, as well as publisher/exhibitor participation.