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2024 PresentersJoin us on Saturday, November 2nd, starting at 9:30 AM, for the Buckeye Book Fair! Explore an inspiring day packed with presentations from top authors and illustrators. Below is a preview of the incredible lineup for the day.
Featured Presentations:
9:40 AM – Richard Cowdrey
Beloved illustrator Richard Cowdrey shares insights from his latest Halloween story featuring Fiona the Hippo. Young readers are sure to be charmed by this seasonal tale. Click here for a copy of Fiona’s engaging Activity Kit.
10:00 AM – Andy J. Pizza
In this dynamic presentation, Andy J. Pizza inspires us with the idea that self-love fuels true creativity. Explore the connection between self-expression and the art we create.
11:00 AM – From the Diamond to the Gridiron
Dive into America’s rich sports history with authors Scott Longert, Keith O’Brien, Ralph Paulk, and David Lee Morgan Jr., covering stories of groundbreaking athletes and historic moments in sports.
11:30 AM – Inside the Pages: Creating The Yellow Bus with Loren Long
New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Loren Long delves into the creation of The Yellow Bus, his artistic journey, and collaborations with figures like Barack Obama and Amanda Gorman.
12:00 PM – Crafting Childhood Magic: A Journey Through Children’s Literature
Crafting Childhood Magic: A Journey Through Children’s Literature with Lindsay Bonilla, Molly David, Erin Guendelsberger, Barry Gott, Will Hillenbrand, Dandi Daley Mackall, and JP Mitchell.
12:30 PM – John Gorman | WMMS Radio Legend
John Gorman recounts his time transforming WMMS into a legendary rock station, and shares his experiences in radio broadcasting, which shaped Cleveland’s airwaves in the ’70s and ’80s.
1:00 PM – Visual Storytelling: A Dive into Graphic Novels
Join Anne Drozd, Fern Haught, Wes Molebash, Rafael Rosado, and Joe Sutphin for an in-depth look at the world of visual storytelling through graphic novels.
1:30 PM – Uncovering the Past: Stories from America’s Heartland
Heather Cole, David Meyers, Elise Meyers Walker, Mark Sebastian Jordan, Mandy Shunnarah, Mark Strecker, and Jane Turzillo present fascinating stories from America’s history, highlighting lesser-known tales of resilience and discovery.
2:00 PM & 2:30 PM – André Bernier
In his heartfelt memoir, veteran meteorologist André Bernier shares his passion for weather, from early broadcasting days to his time at WJW-TV and The Weather Channel.
3:00 PM – From Imagination to Page: Fiction Writers in Focus
Amanda Flower, Shelly Costa, Anastasia Hastings, Chrissy Hartmann, Connie Berry, and Andrew Welsh-Huggins explore the art of transforming imagination into compelling fiction.
3:30 PM – Unlocking Boldness for Young Minds
Join C. Dale Brittain, Keila Dawson, Florenza Lee, Mary Kay Carson, David Rickert, Terri Libenson, and Carmella Van Vleet as they discuss the power and impact of middle-grade books.
This is just a glimpse of the incredible authors you can meet at the Buckeye Book Fair. Each brings a unique perspective to the world of literature, offering something for every reader. Explore, engage, and be inspired as you celebrate the joy of books!
For more details on additional books and schedules, please refer to our event catalog. www.BuckeyeBookFair.org
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Greystone event center, 50 Riffel Road,Wooster,OH,United States
