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The Harlem Book Fair has infused this year’s program with an array of enriching content and experiences. With a renewed commitment to fostering global representation and cultural exchange, HBF2024 is set to revolutionize attendees; experiences with a captivating theme: Literary RÉ›vəˈluʃən. (Revolution, spelled phonetically, honoring our cultural and creative resilience).
​The theme of rɛvəˈluʃən will serve as the backdrop for stimulating panel discussions, such as Black History: Revolutionary, Suppressed and Unspoken, with authors Mike Africa, Jr. and Kellie Carter Jackson. Be A Revolution, with New York Times bestselling author, Ijeoma Oluo, Reagan Jackson, and ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire will offer a compelling call to action. I Was Here: Memoirs As Everyday Stories will feature CNN political analyst, Natasha S. Alford, and authors Jonathan Conyers and Karen Taylor Bass. The main stage will feature New York Times best-
selling authors Dr. Ian Smith and Sunny Hostin, co-host of “The View.” The book fair will also showcase new and emerging authors, introducing undiscovered books and stories. Our Children's Corner will feature books for young readers and inspirational storytelling.
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For the first time, the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute will partner with the Harlem Book Fair, providing a space where attendees will be immersed in Haiti's rich literary traditions through the works of renowned Haitian authors and thought leaders, complemented by their new art exhibit, “Lakay Se Lakay,” showcasing the work of Haitian artists. Featured authors will include New York Times bestselling authors, Edwidge Danticat, Roxanne Gay and Ibi Ziboi along with emerging newcomers Francesca Momplaisir, Mildred Antenor, and Dr. Solanges Vivens. Also, for the first time, there will be a dedicated Children’s Corner where parents and children will be entertained by authors Stacey Patton, Aliya King, Tony Hillery, Denise Rosario Adusei, and others. Our downloadable program guide will be posted soon! All programs are free! See you at the book fair!