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Miami Book Fair International 2012: Where To Get Your Book Worm On!

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Whether it's the gentle crack in the spine of a brand new book or the weathered pages of an early edition of a classic, book lovers know the feeling of starting a new read. With the impending arrival of the 30th anniversary of Miami Book Fair International, it'll be a complete literary free for all.

Hundreds of authors and artists will be hosting events, book talks and panels on a multitude of topics, from the first openly gay character in the "Archie" comic book series to Bill O'Reilly's new book "Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot."

The highly anticipated event of this year's fair is the appearance by author Tom Wolfe, known for his works "The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test," "The Right Stuff" and "The Bonfire of the Vanities." After an eight-year hiatus, he's returning to the literary scene with his Miami-centric book, "Back to Blood." The documentary of the creation of the book will also be screened at the fair.

Check out these other events planned at the fair:

Miami Book Fair International 2012
An Evening With Tom Wolfe(01 of12)
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When: Nov. 11 at 6 p.m.Where: Miami Dade College Chapman Conference CenterCost: $10The writer "The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test," "The Right Stuff" and "The Bonfire of the Vanities," Wolfe returns to the literary scene with his new book "Back to Blood" -- set right here in Miami. Donning his signature white suit, the author will be making a presentation on his writing and sign books. The screening of "Tom Wolfe Gets Back To Blood," a documentary following his process in writing the book, will follow.Check out other author sessions. (credit:AP)
The State of Erotica(02 of12)
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When: Nov. 17 at noonWhere: Miami Dade College Room 8501Cost: FreeThe 50 Shades of Gray series may have awakened some in the bedroom, but erotica has long been a part of the literary scene. Six female authors, all who have penned fictional and nonfictional erotic books, will discuss sex and sexuality. (credit:Getty Images)
Bill O’Reilly on "Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot"(03 of12)
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When: Nov. 17 at 6 p.m.Where: Miami Dade College's Chapman Conference Center Cost: Free"The O'Reilly Factor" television host turned author Bill O'Reilly follows up "Killing Lincoln" with a book chronicling the assassination of John F. Kennedy and how it impacted the United States during the Vietnam War and beyond. (credit:AP)
Weekend Cartoons(04 of12)
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When: Nov. 17 to 18Cost: FreeMore than 30 graphic novel and comics artists and writers will be talking about the burgeoning industry, as well as their work, during two days of Weekend Cartoons. Fans of the Archie comics will be thrilled to hear from creator Dan Parent on Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. He will be participating in a panel on comics and social change -- the series introduced its first openly gay character in 2010. (credit:AP)
James Patterson on Reading: A Whole Family Event(05 of12)
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When: Nov. 18 at noonWhere: Miami Dade College Chapman Conference Center Cost: FreeJames Patterson, renowned author of both children's and adult books, will be discussing the importance of reading as a family during the fair's Children's Alley. You might recognize his writing from the latest book-to-movie adaptation, "Alex Cross." (credit:Getty Images)
Street Fair(06 of12)
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When: Nov. 16 to 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Where: Miami-Dade Wolfson CampusCost: Free Nov. 16 and 17, $5 to $8 on Nov. 18Wander the infamous street fair for books from dozens of vendors, satisfying every literary nerd's desires. Children and families will also have a blast at the fair, with appearances by characters and other activities planned. (credit:Facebook/ Miami Book Fair International)
Toledo/Toledo: Full Circle(07 of12)
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When: Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. Where: Freedom TowerCost: FreeFashion designer Isabel Toledo -- best known for designing Michelle Obama's lemongrass ensemble for Inauguration Day -- will be discussing her memoir, "Roots of Style: Weaving Together Life, Love, and Fashion." Toledo and her artist husband, Ruben Toledo, are returning to the place they first set foot when they came to Miami from Cuba in the 1960s: the Freedom Tower. There, an exhibit of their work from the last three decades of their work. The couple's artwork will be on display from Nov. 9 to Jan. 26, 2013. (credit:AP)
Noche Paraguaya(08 of12)
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When: Nov. 16 at 8 p.m.Where: Miami Dade College auditorium Cost: FreeThis year's fair celebrates the writing and culture of Paraguay. For the Noche Paraguaya, experience dancers, poets, storytelling and music from the "Heart of the Americas." (credit:Getty Images)
Molly Ringwald on "When It Happens to You"(09 of12)
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When: Nov. 18 at 11 a.m.Where: Miami Dade College's Chapman Conference Center Cost: FreeA member of the '80s brat pack, Ringwald is back with a collection of stories about life's trials -- and how they are all interconnected at the end of the day. (credit:AP)
The Chefs | Their Books(10 of12)
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When: Nov. 17 at 3:30 p.m.Where: Miami Dade College, building 6 room 6100 Cost: FreeBooks are food for the soul, and chefs will be stirring up food for the stomach with their cook books. Miami pastry chef and James Beard Award nominee Hedy Goldsmith will be discussing her book "Baking Out Loud: Fun Desserts with Big Flavors" and Alex Hitz will weigh in on "My Beverly Hills Kitchen: Classic Southern Cooking with a French Twist." (credit:The Genuine Hospitality Group )
Dave Barry on Lunatics and Seth Reiss and Will Tracy on "The Onion Book of Known Knowledge"(11 of12)
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When: Nov. 17 at 10 a.m. Where: Miami Dade College's Chapman Conference CenterCost: FreeFamed humor columnist Dave Barry and former SNL writer Alan Zweibel came together to write the novel "Lunatics" -- featuring two New Jersey fathers whose lives are in the shambles when they meet. Seth Reiss and Will Tracy of The Onion will be discussing how they misinform 12 million readers a month. (credit:AP)
Nate Berkus on "The Things That Matter"(12 of12)
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When: Nov. 17 at 5 p.m., Room 8501Where: Miami Dade College Room 8501Cost: FreeGetting his start as Oprah Winfrey's go-to designer, he went on to host his own home design show. In his book "The Things That Matter," he discusses his personal life and how it has influenced him creatively. (credit:AP)

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