Author Visit with Fossilologist, Amy Atwater!

Sunday Apr 6th, 20253:00 PM-4:30 PM

Join The Bookies and local fossilologist, Amy Atwater, the Director of Paleontology at Dinosaur Ridge as she presents her new book, . Don't miss this fun event uncovering dinosaur, plant, and human fossils! Save your seat below.

About the book:

Open this scrapbook to learn how fossils are as precious as gold-because of what they tell us about the past. Uncovering key dinosaur, plant, and human fossils, with embossed fossils to touch on every spread, this interactive book is a keepsake for the whole family to treasure.

Take a journey through time and discover:

A fish that could walk on land, the Tiktaalik Roseae The lizard king,
T. Rex
Our human ancestor, Lucy
And so much more!

A new novelty series with "real" embossed fossils to touch and discover throughout, expertly written by fossilologist Amy Atwater, the Director of Development and Membership at Dinosaur Ridge.

About the author:

AMY ATWATER is a paleontologist and geologist who believes every fossil has a story to tell. Under the banner of Mary Anning’s Revenge, she has built a passionate online following of over 62,000 on Instagram by sharing her love for paleontology and ancient ecosystems. Amy holds a master’s degree in paleoanthropology from the University of Texas at Austin and serves as the Director of Paleontology at Dinosaur Ridge near Denver, Colorado. She is also the President-Elect of the Colorado Scientific Society. Amy has named multiple new species of early primates, contributing to our understanding of ancient life and evolution. With a knack for making science exciting and accessible, her work inspires young readers and budding scientists to dig deeper into the fascinating world of dinosaurs and ancient life.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Bookies Bookstore, 2085 South Holly Street, Denver, United States