Recently an author discussed her return to a beloved series, a YA author appeared at a sold-out event, a bookstore staged a unique storefront display, a documentary screening highlighting librarians took place, an author gave a talk to students at a library, and an author celebrated a graphic novel adaptation.
Back to Black
On December 3, author Cassandra Clare (r.) celebrated the release of Better in Black (S&S), her return to her bestselling Shadowhunters series, with a launch event at Barnes & Noble Union Square in New York City. The short story collection highlights several beloved couples from across the series and where they are in their relationships today. Clare was joined by author Zoraida Cordova for a conversation about the longstanding series, followed by a q&a and signing.
Mind Over Matter
Neal Shusterman visited Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville, Ill., on December 7 for a sold-out event celebrating the release of his new YA book MindWorks (S&S). The collection features new and old stories along with two new tales from the Arc of the Scythe universe. Following the presentation, Shusterman signed and personalized books for attendees.
All Eyes on You
For Small Business Saturday on November 29, Square Books Jr. in Oxford, Miss., staged a Living Mannequin display, inviting guests to pose in the store window while reading a book. Here, young reader Nico takes a turn in the window while reading Spy Ski School by Stuart Gibbs.
Librarians Steal the Show
Recently in San Francisco, director Kim A. Snyder (second from r.) made an appearance at the Roxie Theater in New York City for a screening of The Librarians, a documentary highlighting the efforts of librarians amid rising book bans. After the screening, Snyder participated in a q&a. (From l.): librarian and film participant Audrey Wilson-Youngblood, librarian Mychal Threets, Author Against Book Bans founding member Maggie Tokuda-Hall, Snyder, and moderator Marke Bieschke.
Big Baltimore Dreams
B. Sharise Moore celebrated the publication of her new book A City Dream (HarperCollins) with a school visit on November 5. In the picture book, illustrated by Trudi-Ann Hemans, a girl dreams of how her beloved city of Baltimore could be improved. The Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore welcomed the author and students at Harford Heights Elementary School for a presentation, where Moore gave a reading.
All is Not “Lost”
The Novel Neighbor in St. Louis, Mo., welcomed author Shannon Messenger on December 3 for an event presenting Keeper of the Lost Cities: The Graphic Novel Part 2, Aladdin). Adapted by Celina Frenn and illustrated by Valeria Tenaga Romanazzi, the story follows tween Sophie into the Lost City once she has discovered she’s an elf. Messenger held a conversation with author Soman Chainani on crafting fantasies for tweens.
