We invite educators, librarians, authors, illustrators, and creative grownups of all kinds to join Mac in a conversation inspired by his book, Make Believe: On Telling Stories to Children. It’s time to reexamine great literature hiding in plain sight: the children’s picture book! NOTE: This event is currently full; please use the Register Now button to… Read more
Join IRW at the Henry D. Moore Library in Steuben for an all-day program with author Rob Harrell, inspired by his book Popcorn! May 20, 2026 | 9:00am–2:15pm Participants will jump into activities and games inspired by Popcorn, and Rob will lead them through drawing comics based on their own lives. Recommended for ages 8–12; this… Read more
Behold! The National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature is hitting the road! Award-winning author Mac Barnett is excited to share his passion for picture books with children and adults. Island Readers & Writers is thrilled to welcome Mac Barnett to Maine—his only East Coast stop on the 2026 Ambassador Tour! Join Us Read more
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