Miami’s biggest celebration of books, culture, and community is almost here, and I couldn’t be more excited.

From November 16–23, 2025, the Miami Book Fair returns to Miami Dade College’s downtown campus, bringing with it that unmistakable Magic City vibrancy, such as the music, the voices, the languages, and the joy of readers coming together.

It’s one of my favorite literary events of the year, and this edition promises to be one of the most electrifying yet.

A Global Event with Miami Flair

What makes the Miami Book Fair so special is its heart: hundreds of authors, storytellers, thinkers, and creators from all over the world gathering in our city to celebrate the power of words.

Expect a lineup rich with voices from multiple cultures and genres, such as fantasy, memoir, romance, politics, poetry, queer lit, YA, Caribbean narratives, Latin American literature, and everything in between. You’ll find panels for every taste, plus endless opportunities to discover new writers to fall in love with.

The multilingual programming continues to shine, with sessions offered in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole, reflecting Miami’s unique cultural mosaic. 

And of course, the beloved Street Fair returns with food vendors, publishers, artisans, music, and more than enough book browsing to fill your tote bag (or two).

 A Night of Monsters, Magic & Love in the Dark Panel

This year, I am honored to moderate one of the Fair’s most thrilling fantasy and horror-forward sessions, a gathering of powerhouse authors redefining dark YA romance and supernatural storytelling.

In Kalynn Bayron’s deliciously eerie "Make Me a Monster," a newly certified mortician’s assistant discovers that the family funeral home hides secrets far more unusual, and dangerous, than she ever imagined. 

The story twists classic "Frankenstein" elements into a fresh, emotional tale of identity, power, and what it truly means to be monstrous.

J. Elle brings the fire with "Fortress of Ambrose," the explosive final book in the New York Times bestselling House of Marionne trilogy. Expect forbidden love, sharp-edged magic, political intrigue, and a war that forces its characters to decide what, and who, is worth saving as everything around them burns.

In "The Last Vampire," Romina Garber blends dark academia with supernatural lore: a girl enters a charming boarding school expecting a swoony Mr. Darcy but instead encounters the world’s last living vampire, a secret that shatters everything she thought she knew about love, myth, and destiny.

Rounding out the panel is Britney S. Lewis with "Blood Moon," where forgotten Midwestern legends of vampires and wolf-guardians come roaring back to life. What begins as a chilling folklore mystery becomes a revelation for Mira, a girl whose past, and future, is tangled in a centuries-old romance and a monstrous truth.

This session spotlights the authors at the forefront of YA horror-romance, exploring the darkness we fear, the monsters we love, and the stories that transform us. 

I’m truly honored to moderate a conversation that promises to be fierce, tender, and wildly imaginative, and everything I love about YA.

What Else to Expect at This Year’s Fair

• A vibrant Opening Day Block Party that sets the tone for the entire week.

• Hundreds of indoor talks, outdoor performances, kid-friendly programs, and hands-on workshops.

• Beloved recurring events like “Evenings With…” author conversations, comics programming, poetry stages and so much more.

• A Street Fair weekend (Nov. 21–23) filled with music, food, and endless books.

Tips for Making Your Fair Weekend Amazing

• Download the Fair Guide and mark your must-see events.

• Arrive early. Lines can fill quickly.

• Wear comfy shoes (trust me).

• Bring a fully charged phone and an extra tote.

• Don’t be shy about chatting with authors! Most love meeting readers.

• And most importantly, please hydrate! Miami heat doesn’t care if you're at a book fair.

See You at the Fair

Whether you’re a lifelong book lover, a casual reader, or someone who just wants to be part of one of Miami’s most joyful cultural traditions, the Miami Book Fair 2025 is calling your name. 

And I hope to see you, with a big smile and a bigger stack of books, at my panel and throughout the week.

Miami Book Fair 2025 is held at Miami Dade College’s Downtown Miami Wolfson Campus at 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami.

Dates: November 16–23, 2025 
Street Fair Weekend: November 21–23
Website: https://www.miamibookfair.com 
Link to My Panel: https://www.miamibookfair.com/event/deadly-ever-after-dark-romantic-fantasy-fiction/