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Jay Bonansinga, The Sinking of the Eastland. America's 'forgotten tragedy'--the sinking of the S.S. Eastland, in which 844 people were crushed and drowned in full view of thousands of bystanders--is vividly told for the first time by award-winning writer and bestselling author Jay Bonansinga.

Joan Walsh reviews politics of race and class in America's past, present, and future. Salon.com editor-at-large, MSNBC political analyst, and bestselling author Joan Walsh tackles the rise and fall of the white middle class in 20th century America and beyond at the 2012 Miami Book Fair International.

Calvin Trillin wins the 2012 Thurber Prize for American Humor. New Yorker humorist Calvin Trillin reflects on his campaign to make spaghetti carbonara the official dish of Thanksgiving.

Kadir Nelson celebrates the only American with a national holiday named for him in the 20th century. Award-winning artist, illustrator and author, Kadir Nelson presents his tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr., at the 2012 BookExpo America trade convention.

Alice Hoffman meets fans and autographs 'The Dovekeepers'. Bestselling author Alice Hoffman talks with fans as she autographs her most recent novel, 'The Dovekeepers' at BookExpo America 2011.