Wednesday, September 24, 6-8 p.m. - T. A. Barron
T. A. Barron, author of the popular The Lost Years of Merlin series and The Great Tree of Avalon, will discuss his newest book, Merlin's Dragon.
Barron's books appeal to middle school students. He also has developed a large following among college students. Parents and (grandparents) also enjoy Tom's books. They provide a wonderful opportunity for a shared literary experience.
Thursday, September 25, 3-6 p.m. - David Shannon
David Shannon, winner of the Caldecott Honor for his book,
No, David, will be presenting his hilarious new book, Too Many Toys! Fortunately, you can never have too many books! So, come meet David and add a signed, first edition "David Shannon" book to your collection! He also illustrated the very popular How I Became A Pirate.
Tuesday, September 30, 3-6 p.m. - David Carter
David Carter, will be "popping" in to introduce his two newest books, Yellow Square and The Big Bug Book. Yellow Square will appeal to everyone! You will find a surprise on every page! Yes, it does pop-up, but it also moves and flows and dangles. The Big Bug Book will appeal to a younger crowd, but it's silliness cannot hide the intricate paper engineering. Do you think he will share some of his pop-up secrets with us?
Thursday, October 9, 9:00 a.m.- Kate Feiffer
Kate Feiffer
will give a rousing presentation as she introduces he newest book, the very timely, President Pennybaker, The culmination of the event will be a voting activity involving all the children in attendance.
Sunday, October 19, 11:30-1:30p.m.-Graeme Base ***Please note time change!
Graeme Base
will sign his newest book, ENIGMA: A Magical Mystery.� Reminiscent of his ever popular The Eleventh Hour, The reader has a mystery to unravel! Enigma, a magician's rabbit is on the loose and all things magical have vanished as well! A built-in decoder will assist in the search which will challenge readers from 7 to hmmm..."really old"!
Saturday, November 1, 3-4:30 p. m.- Tomie dePaola
The legendary Tomie dePaola will sign his newest book, Brava Strega Nona.
The beloved little Italian witch will "pop" to life with amazing paper engineering provided by Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart!
*To avoid disappointment we always recommend that books for signings be purchased at JABBERWOCKY in advance of the event.�
*Purchases can be made at the store or by phone by calling: 540-371-5684.
*It is store policy to allow customers who purchase a book for a signing to bring one book from home to be signed as well, however, because of the shortness of his visit, Tomie dePaola will only sign new books purchased at Jabberwocky for this event.��
*If you are unable to attend an event we are happy to take your order by phone and have your book(s) signed and waiting for you to pick up at a later date.
*Out of town customers can order by phone and we will ship your book(s) after the event.
*For questions call: 540-371-5684
