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1:00pm EDT
What Do Public Librarians Need to Know About Virginia Public Schools?
Thursday October 17, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Speakers 
Adult Services Consultant, The Library of Virginia
Barry Trott is Adult Services Consultant at the Library of Virginia, where he helps public libraries across the Commonwealth plan and develop services for adult library users. He earned his MSLS from The Catholic University of America School of Library and Information Science in 1997...
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Youth Services Consultant, The Library of Virginia
I provide comprehensive consulting services, training, and support to Virginia’s public libraries in the areas of school readiness and summer and out of school learning for children, youth, and families.
Associate Director of the Office of Educational Technology and Classroom Innovation, Virginia Department of Education
2:00pm EDT
Author Visit Pitch Session with Local Authors and Illustrators: Programs for Kids 12 and Under
Thursday October 17, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers 
AUTHOR, Penguin Random House
Ginjer L. Clarke writes fun, fact-filled nonfiction books about weird, wonderful animals, which have sold a combined total of more than 3 million copies worldwide. Ginjer is an experienced, engaging, and educational school, library, and conference presenter, who has appeared at more...
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Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
Twelve authors of books for elementary school children will speak about their author visits and allow time for questions. We will be raffling some of the authors's books to participating librarians. The authors who will speak are: Karen Leggett Abouraya, Caroline Brewer, Regina Coates...
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Author
I'm a middle grade and picture book author writing about strong girls, high tech, the environment, and family and friendship ties. My books include:- Near and Deer (Scholastic 2024) A girl's life turns chaotic when her sheepadoodle befriends and abandoned fawn-Hana Hsu and the Ghost...
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Author
Gabriella Aldeman is a Panamanian American children’s book author and translator. Her books include Paula’s Patches (Free Spirit, 2023), Squawk of Spanish (Charlesbridge, 2024), and two forthcoming picture books coming in 2025 and 2026 (Versify). She loves connecting with readers...
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Author
Leah Moser is a children’s book author living in Northern Virginia. With degrees in Elementary Education and Psychology, Leah has spent years as a classroom teacher. She loves sharing her passion for picture books with her husband, three daughters, dog, and readers of all ages...
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Author, Erica S. Perl
I am the author of more than forty books for young readers, including middle grade novels (White Bird: A Novel, with R.J. Palacio), picture books (How Carrot Met Cookie, The Three Little Guinea Pigs), chapter books (Craftily Ever After series, Arnold and Louise series), and early...
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Author, SCBWI Mid-Atlantic
I’m an award-winning author of upper middle-grade books. I write historical fiction and use magical realism—topics I love to talk about, especially with young readers and educators.
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Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, Mid-Atlantic Region
Meet local authors from Virginia and DC. Stop by our booth for book signings and giveaways!
4:00pm EDT
Author Visit Pitch Session with Local Authors and Illustrators: Programs for Teens and Adults
Thursday October 17, 2024 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Speakers
Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
Twelve authors of books for elementary school children will speak about their author visits and allow time for questions. We will be raffling some of the authors's books to participating librarians. The authors who will speak are: Karen Leggett Abouraya, Caroline Brewer, Regina Coates...
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Author
I'm a middle grade and picture book author writing about strong girls, high tech, the environment, and family and friendship ties. My books include:- Near and Deer (Scholastic 2024) A girl's life turns chaotic when her sheepadoodle befriends and abandoned fawn-Hana Hsu and the Ghost...
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Author
I am co-author of two Civil War novels, both licensed by Scholastic Book Fairs and optioned for films. My middle grade novel, Road to Tater Hill (Delacorte Press), won a Parents’ Choice Gold Award and was listed on Bank Street College’s Best Books List and several state lists...
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I'm a longtime teacher, and I've worked with at-risk youth in a variety of settings. I love reading and writing heartfelt, hopeful books that introduce young readers to difficult but important topics. My debut middle grade novel, It Happened on Saturday, explores social media safety...
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Author, MPC Publishing
Author of award-winning YA series The Unimaginables: Hidden City, Tattooed Angel, Magick Squared. Meredith’s World Series (middle-grade humorous adventures) Meredith at The Met, Meredith for Congress. Children’s picture book: Mrs. Cheesely Loves Cheese. Co-Author of Antagonists...
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Author, SCBWI Mid-Atlantic
I’m an award-winning author of upper middle-grade books. I write historical fiction and use magical realism—topics I love to talk about, especially with young readers and educators.
SO
Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, Mid-Atlantic Region
Meet local authors from Virginia and DC. Stop by our booth for book signings and giveaways!
