Upcoming Events
During eight days each November hundreds of authors and thousands of readers converge on Downtown Miami for the nation's premier literary festival. And when that's over, we keep it going, month in, month out.
An Evening with Luis Miranda, Jr.
As part of our special Democracy Week: the Books & Books Literary Foundation is delighted to present Luis Miranda, Jr., Latino trailblazer and father of Hamilton creator Lin Manuel Miranda, presenting his riveting new memoir: Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America (Hachette Books, $30). Essential reading from an expert voice: Luis A. Miranda Jr.’s personal and political memoir reveals a deep understanding of Latino culture and how to build community to...
A Virtual Evening with Angie Kim and Ann Napolitano
GET TICKETS HERE Books & Books in partnership with Miami Book Fair is thrilled to welcome award-winning and bestselling author Angie Kim for her thought-provoking novel, Happiness Falls (Hogarth, $18). She will be in conversation with the bestselling author of Hello Beautiful, Ann Napolitano. “One of the smartest, most multi-layered mysteries of the year . . . Deftly crafted and truly riveting, this novel about heartache and hope, the author’s second, proves Kim is a powerful voice...
Ciclo Cultural Argentino - Mayo Mes de la Patria
La Feria del Libro de Miami se complace en acompañar al Consulado General y Centro de Promoción Argentino en Miami y a la Cámara de Comercio Argentina en la Florida, en la presentación delcCiclo Cultural Argentino – Mayo Mes de la Patria. Cada evento contará con palabras de bienvenida del Cónsul General Marcelo Gilardoni. MARTES 21 DE MAYO, 6:00 PM LANA MONTALBAN “Canción de Cuna” MIERCOLES 22 MAYO, 6:00 PM EDUARDO BISCAYART – ALEJANDRO PAGNI “Sean eternos los...
Crimen y fantasía: las distintas estrategias narrativas para el thriller y la literatura fantástica, con Ricardo Sumalavia
jueves 23 de mayo, 6pm a 8.30pm (hora Miami), sábado 25 de mayo, 11am a 1.30pm (hora Miami) Ricardo Sumalavia presenta un taller de escritura y lectura. Este taller, desde la reflexión y la práctica de la prosa breve, busca explorar cómo las estrategias narrativas se van moldeando de acuerdo con las intenciones de los creadores por permanecer en el ámbito de lo real o mimético, sobre todo en la línea del policial o el crimen puro, o en el ámbito de lo inusual o fantástico. Ricardo...
An Evening with "Crazy Rich Asians" author Kevin Kwan and Todd Doughty
Books & Books and the Miami Book Fair are thrilled to present Kevin Kwan discussing his new novel: Lies and Weddings** (Doubleday, $29.00). He will be in conversation with Todd Doughty.** ****Please note:* This event will take place at the Coral Gables Congregational Church: 3010 De Soto Blvd.. **Tickets are FREE and books will be available for purchase at the event. Want your copy early or can’t make it in-person? **Order your copy online here. About the Book: A TIME MOST...
An Evening With Sebastian Junger
Books & Books is proud to present bestselling author and award-winning reporter Sebastian Junger presenting his new book, In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face to Face with the Idea of an Afterlife** (Simon & Schuster, $27.99)** ****Please note:* This event will take place at the Books & Books in Coral Gables at 265 Aragon Ave. **Tickets are FREE and books will be available for purchase at the event. Can’t make the event? **Order your copy online. About the Book: A near-fatal...
First Draft: A Literary Social with Brontez Purnell
Miami Book Fair presents First Draft, a series of free and informal writing events where community, craft, and rapid-fire creativity meet for monthly themed virtual salons where writers get social, share their work, and leave with great stories. Instructor: Brontez Purnell Theme: Real Fiction / Fake Memoir Brontez Purnell is the author of several books, including 100 Boyfriends, which won the 2022 Lambda Literary Award for Gay Fiction and was named an Editor’s Choice by The New York...
Presentación de "Manual del sueño americano"
Esteban Morano presenta “Manual del sueño americano”, en conversación con expertos citados en su libro. Panel de conversación y sesión de Q&A. Llega un libro indispensable para todos los que buscan emprender una nueva vida en Estados Unidos. En Manual del sueño americano: La guía definitiva para invertir y migrar a Estados Unidos (Planeta), Esteban Morano vuelca sus más de cuatro décadas de experiencia como publicista e inversor para acompañar y encausar la experiencia...
Miami Book Fair’s Speak Up Program Presents THE MOTH SUMMER STORYTELLING LAB
THE PROGRAM Miami Book Fair’s Speak Up meets The Moth Story Lab for a weekly virtual workshop series for 10-12 grade students. The Moth Story Lab workshop teaches the art and craft of true, personal storytelling (including games, brainstorming, and story crafting) and culminates in a final share. You must be able to be there for all 7 sessions. It’s a wonderful opportunity for students to develop and share a story about their lives, friends, the family dinner table, or even can...
First Draft: A Literary Social with Morgan Talty
Miami Book Fair presents First Draft, a series of free and informal writing events where community, craft, and rapid-fire creativity meet for monthly themed virtual salons where writers get social, share their work, and leave with great stories. Instructor: Morgan Talty Theme: TBA Morgan Talty, a citizen of the Penobscot Indian Nation, is the author of the national bestselling and critically acclaimed story collection Night of the Living Rez from Tin House Books, which won the New England Book...
First Draft: A Literary Social with Azure D. Osborne-Lee
Miami Book Fair presents First Draft, a series of free and informal writing events where community, craft, and rapid-fire creativity meet for monthly themed virtual salons where writers get social, share their work, and leave with great stories. Instructor: Azure D. Osborne-Lee Theme: TBA Azure D. Osborne-Lee (he/they) is a multi-award-winning Black queer & trans theatre maker from south of the Mason-Dixon Line. He teaches at New York University and The New School. Azure holds an MA in...
First Draft: A Literary Social with Alejandro Nodarse
Miami Book Fair presents First Draft, a series of free and informal writing events where community, craft, and rapid-fire creativity meet for monthly themed virtual salons where writers get social, share their work, and leave with great stories. Instructor: Alejandro Nodarse Theme: TBA Alejandro Nodarse was born and raised in Miami, FL. The son of Cuban exiles, he holds a Masters degree from Florida State and an M.F.A. from the University of Miami. He is an alum of the Las Dos Brujas Writers...
First Draft: A Literary Social with Raquel V. Reyes
Miami Book Fair presents First Draft, a series of free and informal writing events where community, craft, and rapid-fire creativity meet for monthly themed virtual salons where writers get social, share their work, and leave with great stories. Instructor: Raquel V. Reyes Theme: Humor as tone and tool. Keeping it light when the subject is heavy. Raquel V. Reyes writes Latina protagonists. Mango, Mambo, and Murder, the first in the Caribbean Kitchen Mystery series, won a LEFTY for Best...