Step into the imaginative, high-stakes world of children’s and middle-grade literature!

Join an extraordinary casual discussion between acclaimed kid-lit authors—including award-winning writer and speaker Silvia Acevedo (Godiva) and celebrated novelist J.F. Riordan (The Northwoods Novels)—for an engaging, behind-the-scenes conversation about writing for young readers. Whether you’re crafting picture books that spark a lifelong love of reading or middle-grade adventures that capture the wild emotional truth of growing up, this session explores the unique magic and rigorous craft required to write books that stick with readers long after childhood. You’ve got questions? This is the place to get them answered.

Discover how these seasoned authors build unforgettable characters, tackle complex themes with heart and humor, and navigate the ever-evolving landscape of youth publishing.

Where: Lion’s Mouth Bookstore, 221 North Washington Street, Green Bay, Wisconsin

When: Friday, September 25 4 pm – 5 pm

Admission: FREE