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.
CREATE! The Art of “Pocket” Book-making With Jose Luis Garcia
Explore the art of book-making with artist and educator Jose Luis Garcia as he leads a workshop in creating handmade pocket books, handy for remembering all the adventures you’ll have in Children’s Alley! Garcia will guide young artists through a series of bookmaking activities that range from simple to complex folds. The premise of the workshop is to create “Pocket Books” that fit in your pocket to keep handy for your Miami Book Fair adventures. Artists will learn about the art of...
PARTICIPATE! MUSIC: Songs From Ayiti With Inez Barlatier
Miami native Inez Barlatier is a multifaceted performer of Ayisyen (Haitian) descent. Join her for an educational concert as she celebrates Haitian art and culture through energetic drumming and singing, sharing songs and phrases in Haitian Creole that explore themes of community and gratitude.
Meet the Next Big Names in Literature...Before Everyone Else Does (Miami Book Fair Presents the 2024-2025 Emerging Writer Fellows)
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the 2025 Emerging Writer Fellows as they conclude a transformative year in Miami. These three rising literary stars arrived as unpublished authors and leave with completed manuscripts, the guidance of acclaimed mentors, and a year’s worth of unforgettable experiences. Experience fresh fiction, poetry, and nonfiction from Felipe Bomeny, Simone Zapata, and Flint. Enjoy an inside look at their creative journeys, mingle with the Fellows and Miami’s...
