Amazing authors and illustrators are coming to
Green Bean Books in February!
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(sponsored by Green Bean Books)
Wednesday, February 8th, 6:30pm
50 Books: An Evening with Caldecott Medal Winner Kevin Henkes is a celebration of his amazing contribution to children's literature in conjunction of the release of his 50th book, Egg!
Egg is a picture book for preschoolers about four eggs, one big surprise and an unlikely friendship. With its simple text and soft color palette, it's sure to be a another classic read-aloud from the incredible talent that brought such beloved bestsellers like Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, Waiting, and Kitten's First Full Moon.
The presentation will include a reading and a Q&A with Kevin Henkes. For more information about this free event at the Hollywood Library- including acquiring tickets, visit Multnomah County Library's event page.
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Sunday, February 12th, 11am
Caldecott-winner Erin E. Stead will share her newest picture book, Tony, a poem by Ed Galing, at Green Bean Books on Sunday, February 12, at 11 am.
Tony is Ed Galing's poem about the bond shared between a horse and a young boy. Erin Stead manages to capture this remarkable connection with her tender illustrations.
She will be joined by her husband, Philip C. Stead, who wrote the Caldecott Award-winner A Sick Day for Amos McGee. Their many books, written together and individually, have become cherished additions to every modern child's library. It's a real treat to welcome both of them to Green Bean Books!
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with Kelly DiPucchio
and Christian Robinson
Thursday, February 16th, 4:30pm
From the team that brought you Gaston, bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio (Grace for President, Zombie in Love) and award-winning illustrator Christian Robinson (Last Stop on Market Street written by Matt de la Pena, Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker written by Patricia Hruby Powell) are back with Antoinette!
Antoinette is a very special poodle who learns to follow her heart and be herself when her friend Ooh-La-La goes missing. Readers will cheer her on as they follow Antoinette on her adventure to save a friend in need!
with Sandy Asher and Mark Fearing
Sunday, February 26th, 11am
Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to story time, of course!
We're clucking with excitement to welcome both creators- author Sandy Asher and illustrator Mark Fearing- of the clucklingly hilarious picture book Chicken Story Time.
Sandy Ascher concocts a commotion of children and chickens with her story that ultimately celebrates the power of reading. Portland's own Mark Fearing adds his manic illustrations to this crazy tale.