Sep
19
6:00 PM18:00
Andie Powers and Leslie Barnard Booth at Brick & Mortar Books
Kids event at Brick and Mortar Books
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Jun
8
11:00 AM11:00
Storytime with Andie Powers at McCoy Kids in Tacoma
Join us for a FREE storytime event with author Andie Powers! Andie will read us her most recent book, "I Am Bold" and will bring some free goodies and coloring pages as well. This event is free and all ages.
Optional: We will have Andie's books in the shop for purchase or you can pre-order one or both in advance.
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 11am to 12pm
Where: McCoy Kids - 504 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA
Please let us know how many folks in your party plan to attend to help us plan best!
REGISTER HERE: https://shopmccoykids.com/products/storytime-with-author-andie-powers
May
11
11:00 AM11:00
For Booksellers, Librarians, Authors & Illustrators! SCBWI's INSIDE STORY
Calling all booksellers and librarians! Please join me on Saturday, May 11th at 11:00am PST for SCWBI Western Washington’s INSIDE STORY Spring 2024.
IMPORTANT!! REGISTER TO WATCH HERE --- Inside Story is a biannual zoom event where authors and illustrators from the Western Washington Region get to share about their newly published books. Instead of sharing the plot of the story, the creators will share short trivia and behind-the-scenes info about their books, giving the audience a glimpse into their creative process.
When: Saturday, May 11, 11am-12 pm PST
Where: Zoom webinar
Who: Kidlit authors and illustrators of all stripes
Cost: Free for everyone
Facilitators: Ayelén Maddox (author / illustrator) and Dana Sullivan (author / illustrator)
LIST OF PRESENTERS:
Lynn Brunelle
Justina Chen
Sylvia Chen
KB Jackson
Suzanne Kaufman
Stephanie Kuehnert
Nina Laden
Lily LaMotte
Jenna Lee-Yun
Curtis Manley
Jennifer K. Mann
Nikki McClure
Nora Nickum
Craig Orback
Ellie Peterson
Andie Powers
Faith Pray
Katherine Pryor
Alice Rothchild
Suma Subramaniam
Sonja Thomas
Laurie Ann Thompson
Trudi Trueit
Jing Jing Tsong
Christina Wilsdon
Toni Yuly
May
5
10:00 AM10:00
LIVE on Instagram! I Am Bold Reading + Drawing Lesson with Andie Powers and Betsy Petersen for Children's Book Week
Join Andie Powers and Betsy Petersen as they share their new picture book, I Am Bold: For Every Kid Who’s Told They’re Just Too Much on Instagram Live, as they help kick off Children’s Book Week with Every Child a Reader!
Andie will read the story and Betsy will give a drawing lesson, so get that pencil and paper ready! Then, feel free to ask any questions in a special Q&A with the author and illustrator. #NORULESJUSTREAD
Follow Andie (@andiegwpowers) and Betsy (@Betsypetersen) for more—and we will see you there!
Apr
13
11:00 AM11:00
Storytime at Paperboat Booksellers
Join me for Family Reading Time at Paperboat Booksellers in West Seattle! I’ll be reading from my new book, I AM BOLD: FOR EVERY KID WHO’S TOLD THEY’RE JUST TOO MUCH and will be on hand to sign copies of I Am Bold and I Am Quiet.
Feb
13
5:00 PM17:00
ABA Winter Institute 2024- Evening Author Reception
I will be in Cincinnati for ABA Winter Institute signing books in Exhibit Hall C, Floor 1, Duke Energy Convention Center
Aug
11
to Aug 17
Expert in Residence in Seabrook, Washington
Summer in Seabrook just got even better! We are so excited to announce that each week from June 17th through September 5th, Seabrook will be hosting an expert who brings fun, interactive, and engaging learning experiences for all ages right to Seabrook. This summer, join me to learn the art of writing a picture book.
More info coming soon.
Dec
11
3:00 PM15:00
Sip & Shop at Barre3 West Seattle
The 4th annual Sip & Shop at Barre3 West Seattle! Join me and fellow children’s author, Kerri Kokias. We will be signing our books, plus there will be tons of local artisans and makers for a pre-holiday event. They will have light bites, drinks and much more. See you there!
Aug
28
1:00 PM13:00
SCBWI Summer Signing Event at Brick and Mortar Books
Celebrate the end of summer by joining us for a signing day with local authors from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators! We will also be offering stamp cards, so you can meet authors, collect stamps for everyone you visit, and earn a prize.
Schedule
1:00-2:30: board books and picture books
Maureen McQuerry, author of Big Idea for Little Environmentalists: Ecosystems with Rachel Carson
Ellie Peterson, author of School is Wherever I Am
Kimberly Derting, author of Penny, the Engineering Tail of the Fourth Little Pig
Anait Semirdzhyan, illustrator of They're Heroes Too: A Celebration of Community
Faith Pray, author of Perfectly Imperfect Mira
Leanne Hatch, author of Rosie & the Pre-Loved Dress
Amy Hevron, author of The Longest Journey: An Arctic Tern's Migration
Andie Powers, author of I Am Quiet: A Story for the Introvert in All Of Us
Jessixa Bagley, illustrator of Courage Hats
Rob Albanese, author of The Birders: An Unexpected Encounter in the Northwest Woods
2:30-4:00: chapter books, middle grade, graphic novels, and young adult
Dori Hillestad Butler, author of Dear Beast: Simon Sleeps Over
Kevan J. Atteberry, illustrator of Dear Beast: Simon Sleeps Over
Martha Brockenbrough, author of Frank and the Bad Surprise
Darin Shuler, author of Dog & Hat and the Lost Polka Dots
Suzanne Williams, illustrator of the Goddess Girls series
Trudi Trueit, author of Explorer Academy: The Tiger's Nest
Will Taylor, author of The Language of Seabirds
T. P. Jagger, author of Hide and Geek
Sonja Thomas, author of Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence
Diana Ma, author of Her Rebel Highness
Jun
12
11:00 AM11:00
Children's Storytime Reading and Signing
Come read I AM QUIET with me at Lake Forest Park Third Place Books! We will have fun reading the stories and doing some fun coloring sheets. Buy a book and get a free packet of goodies from me. Can’t wait to see you!
Apr
30
11:00 AM11:00
Independent Bookstore Day at Paperboat Booksellers Signing and Family Reading Time + More
Join me for Independent Bookstore Day at Paperboat Booksellers! Activities planned so far include: family reading time with 3 local authors (I’m one of them!), raffles, prizes and special IBD merch will be for sale including this years tote bag. The traditional passport challenge WILL be happening this year with a change from a 1 day event to a 10 day event. Mark your calendars book lovers-it’s going to be a blast!!
Apr
16
2:00 PM14:00
Reading Allowed® Reading and Signing
Local author Andie Powers will be will be reading and signing her debut book, I Am Quiet. This is a free event, however, registration is required using the link provided. We are requiring that all attendees wear masks and maintain social distancing during the reading and signing. If you have any questions, please contact events@ubookstore.com. Thank you and we look forward to having you join us!