Artificial intelligence, the history of Apple, wildlife, and even the science of sunshine are just a few of the subjects getting attention at Miami Book Fair 2026.
Returning November 15–22 to Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus, the annual literary celebration brings together authors, scientists, journalists, and business leaders for eight days of conversations, presentations, and books.
Among this year’s featured speakers is Dr. Robert Wachter, who will discuss how artificial intelligence is changing health care in his book A Giant Leap. Robert Wright examines AI’s potential impact on humanity in The God Test, while technology journalist David Pogue looks back at one of the world’s most influential technology companies in Apple: The First 50 Years.
Animal lovers can hear Zoo Miami’s Ron Magill discuss the unusual world of animal courtship in Sex and the Animals, while Rowan Jacobsen explores the surprising science behind sun exposure.
The fair also welcomes former American Express CEO Kenneth Chenault, former U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez, and Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer.
NPR’s Planet Money kicks off the popular Evenings With series on Sunday, November 15.
The celebration continues with the Miami Book Fair Street Fair, November 20–22, featuring hundreds of booksellers, author discussions, live music, and plenty of opportunities to discover something new to read.
Miami Book Fair takes place November 15–22, 2026, at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus in downtown Miami, Florida.
From technology and science to business and literature, this year’s event has an interesting mix of subjects that reaches well beyond the traditional book signing.
And with hundreds of booksellers filling the streets during the final weekend, there’s a good chance you’ll leave with a few more books than you planned.
Beam Me Up Scotty
Old punk rocker from Miami who still smells faintly like comic shops and poor financial decisions.
