Monday, May 11, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
Christopher Paolini
September 19, 2008 - Author Christopher Paolini and audiobook narrator Gerard Doyle celebrated the release of Brisingr with fans at our Union Square store in New York.
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Christopher Paolini
Christopher Paolini's passion for fantasy and science fiction inspired him to write Eragon, when he was 15. Since then he has enchanted readers with his Inheritance trilogy.
R. L. Stine
The creator of the Goosebumps and Horrorland books invites us into his NYC apartment to talk about his beginnings, his inspirations, and his fantastic (if a little frightened) fan base.
Rick Riordan
The bestselling author of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians books for young readers talks about his background, favorite books, and the exciting new 39 Clues series.
Carl Hiaasen
Carl Hiaasen discusses his colorful career as a writer for both kids and adults, and how his beloved Florida stomping grounds steam up his bestselling novels.
Meg Cabot
The oh-so-glam author of the Princess Diaries and Allie Finkle books talks with Steve Bertrand about her popular books for the younger set.
Eric Carle
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of The Very Hungry Caterpillar watch an exclusive interview with beloved author Eric Carle as he talks about ten of his most popular books.
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Kadir Nelson
Illustrator Kadir Nelson discusses his book Change Has Come: An Artist Celebrates Our American Spirit which he describes as being a celebration of Barack Obama’s election.
Jeff Kinney
The Diary of a Wimpy Kid author talks about his inspirations, writing process, and why he thinks his books are such a hit!
Mo Willems
Bestselling children’s author and illustrator Mo Willems talks about creating his characters, including his newest: Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed.
Derrick Barnes
Watch an interview with author Derrick Barnes as he talks about his series for young readers: Ruby and The Booker Boys.
John Flanagan
Author John Flanagan welcomes us to his home in Australia and reads from The Sorcerer of the North, the fifth book in his bestselling Ranger's Apprentice Series.
Cornelia Funke
Watch an interview with author Cornelia Funke as she discusses her bestselling trilogy for young readers, which includes the books, Inkheart, Inkspell, and Inkdeath.
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Jon Scieszka
Bestselling children's author Jon Scieszka talks about Walt Disney's Alice in Wonderland, a retelling of Walt Disney's classic animated film.
Nikki Giovanni
Watch as poet Nikki Giovanni provides an introduction to her book Hip Hop Speaks to Children.
Jon Scieszka
The Stinky Cheese Man himself invites us into his Brooklyn home to talk about his cool new Trucktown series for kids.
Mark Teague
Watch an interview with illustrator Mark Teague as he talks about working on both the How Do Dinosaurs...? Series and the Ike LaRue Series.
Cornelia Funke
Watch an interview with bestselling author Cornelia Funke as she talks about her magical tale, Igraine the Brave.
Kadir Nelson
Watch an interview with author and illustrator Kadir Nelson as he discusses, We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball, which delivers a history of the Negro Leagues.
Philip Pullman
November 1, 2007 - Philip Pullman visted our Union Square store in New York to read from and discuss his fantastical novel, The Golden Compass.
Mary Pope Osborne
Join the bestselling Magic Tree House author at her home as she talks about how she got her start as a writer, and her adventurous young characters, Jack and Annie.
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Eric Carle
Eric Carle, the author and illustrator of beloved children’s classics such as The Very Hungry Caterpillar shares what inspires him to create his cuddly characters.
Greg Mortenson
Author Greg Mortenson is interview by his daughter, Amira, the co-author of the young readers edition of Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace--One School at a Time.
Meg Cabot
Bestselling author Meg Cabot talks about what inspired her to write the Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls Series for children.
Shannon Hale
Watch an interview with author Shannon Hale as she talks about several of her books and what inspires her to write for young readers.
Mo Willems
Award-winning illustrator Mo Willems invites us into his studio and talks about his characters, his drawing techniques, and why he wants his books to be "played," as well as read.
Lois Duncan
Author Lois Duncan has just produced this 35 minute video about her career. Writer of over 50 books including Hotel For Dogs and I Know What You Did Last Summer this video is great for classrooms and students interested in knowing more about this author.
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Kenneth Oppel
Kenneth Oppel, bestselling author of Silverwing, Airborn, Skybreaker, Starclimber, Firewing, Darkwing (and more!) discusses his inspiration for his books.\
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Karen Hesse
Karen Hesse speaks about her book, Brooklyn Bridge.
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Stephenie Meyer - Library of Congress
Stephenie Meyer - Book Fest 2006
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Richard Peck - Library of Congress
Richard Peck - Book Fest 2006
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Louis Sachar - Library of Congress
Louis Sachar - Book Fest 2006
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Andrew Clements - Library of Congress
Andrew Clements - Book Fest 2006
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Katherine Paterson - Library of Congress
Katherine Paterson at Book Fest 2008
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Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Gail Carson Levine - LOC Webcast
Gail Carson Levine at Bookfest 2007
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