BookPeople Presents: RT Young -The Longhorn Alphabet: Texas Football A to Z

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-05:00

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BookPeople Presents: RT Young -The Longhorn Alphabet: Texas Football A to Z
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BookPeople welcomes RT Young in conversation with Derrick Johnson to celebrate the release of The Longhorn Alphabet: Texas Football A to Z.
About this Event

Please welcome RT Young and Derrick Johnson to celebrate The Longhorn Alphabet: Texas Football A to Z!

This event is free and open to the public.

  • Start time: 2:00 P.M.
  • Run time: 45-60 minutes, followed by a signing line.
  • Location: The second floor of BookPeople.

The author will be signing and personalizing copies of the book after the speaking portion of the event.

  • To get a book signed, a copy of the event book or an item of equal value must be purchased from BookPeople.

Guidelines:

  • Seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • If you have any other questions, please visit our Eventbrite FAQ. If your question isn't covered in the FAQ, feel free to email us at [email protected].
  • All event guidelines are subject to change.
  • BookPeople reserves the right to cancel or postpone this event if necessary.
  • There will not be a live stream or recording available.

About the book:

In this informative alphabet book, little Longhorns of all ages will learn about the traditions, legends, and amazing moments that make up Texas Football while learning to love reading. The Longhorn Alphabet functions on one level as an alphabet book for younger children, but the captivating writing and entertaining illustrations also allow older readers to dive deep into the rich history of the University of Texas’ football team. This book lays the groundwork for creating the next generation of passionate fans and helps families build lasting memories around sports together.

About the author:

RT Young is a writer and father from Austin, Texas, and a proud graduate of the University of Texas. He writes for Inside Texas and is the author of the popular sports newsletter Dance With Who Brung Ya. Some of his fondest memories center around cheering on the Longhorns with his family, friends, and children. This is his first book, and to bring it to life, he partnered with accomplished illustrator Andreea Chele.

About the moderator:

Derrick Johnson is a father, husband and college football Hall of Famer, as well as being the Kansas City Chiefs all time leading tackler. He's one of the greatest Longhorns of all time, but also the proud chairman of the Defend The Dream Foundation, which does library makeovers in title one elementary schools. A son of a lifelong educator, DJ is a champion for children's literacy.

By purchasing a book from BookPeople, you are not only supporting a local, independent business – you’re showing publishers that they should continue sending authors to BookPeople.

Thank you for supporting RT Young, Derrick Johnson, and your local independent bookstore!

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BookPeople, 603 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, United States

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