About this Event
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Saturday, February 22, when Oakland author/illustrator Dean Stuart visits the store to present his debut graphic novel for kids Cassi and the House of Memories. Dean will be joined in conversaton with Minnie Phan.
Click Here to preorder a copy of Cassi and the House of Memories
Cassi and the House of Memories is a timely, poetic, and age-appropriate graphic novel about how dementia impacts families through the eyes of a loving grandchild. Perfect for fans of Pashmina and Anya's Ghost.
Cassi and the House of Memories follows a little girl on her journey to save her beloved grandfather as his memories start slipping away. With breathtaking art and a touch of fantastic magical realism, the book provides context and comfort for young readers experiencing the impact of mental illness on their loved ones
Cassi loves spending time with her grandfather. His games, songs, and stories have always brought her endless joy. This visit with him, though, is different: Grandpa seems to be losing track of things, including everything from the stories they’re sharing to who Cassi herself is. So when he goes missing after wandering off from his own backyard, Cassi knows she has to figure out where he’s gone.
What she discovers is a world filled with memories, none of them her own. As she leaps from one memory to the next, she knows she’s getting closer and closer to finding her grandfather—but only if she can make sure he doesn’t slip away forever.
DEAN STUART is an author, illustrator, and a gallery artist. Over the course of his career, he's created art for galleries, magazines, and graphic novels. He lives in Oakland. Cassi and the House of Memories is his debut graphic novel. You can visit Dean online at DeanDraws.com.
MINNIE PHAN is an award winning illustrator and writer based in Oakland. Her past clients include the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Chronicle Books, and the San Francisco Public Library. With a focus on picture books and graphic novels, Phan has been recognized by the The New York Times, Society of Illustrators, and Eisner Awards. She is the illustrator of Simone written by Pulitzer Prize winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen, and The Yellow Áo Dài, written by Hanh Bui. You can visit Minnie online at www.minniephan.com.
THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 4:30 pm on February 22.
BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend.
DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged.
WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows.
WE ASK that attendees arrive between 4:45 and 5:00 PM for the event.
PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home.
OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mrs Dalloway's, 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, United States
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