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Children's Book Author and Illustrator: Kevin Luthardt

June 26, 2018 by Chris Auman in Author Showcase

Kevin Luthardt, children's book author and illustrator (and former library staff member) tells us how he got his start in art.

Vincent Kao is the Freckled Mango

June 6, 2018 by Paul Knutson in Author Showcase

Comics artist Vincent Kao will sign copies of his new comics anthology June 18 at the library.

Brian Cuban: The Addicted Lawyer

May 2, 2018 by Chris Auman in Author Showcase

Attorney, author, and addiction recovery advocate Brian Cuban discusses his journey with mental health issues, and his latest book, The Addicted Lawyer, May 9 at 7 pm.

Local Author Showcase: John Wendell Adams

March 21, 2018 by Kathy Sexton in Author Showcase

We talked with John Wendell Adams, local author of suspense fiction. He'll celebrate the release of his new book with a reception at the library on March 29th at 6:30 PM.

Peggy Macnamara: Drawing from Nature

March 16, 2018 by Chris Auman in Author Showcase

Artist and professor Peggy Macnamara believes we all have artistic talent. Developing that creativity can bring a sense of peace to our lives.

Author Victoria Laurie

February 12, 2018 by Chris Auman in Author Showcase

Meet Victoria Laurie, author of over 30 books for children, teens, and adults, at Skokie Public Library on February 26.

An Interview with Javaka Steptoe, 2017 Caldecott Medal Winner

June 16, 2017 by Chris Auman in Author Showcase

We spoke with Javaka Steptoe, award-winning children's book author and illustrator. His recent book, Radiant Child, is the 2017 recipient of the Caldecott Medal.

Guest Blog: Yi Shun Lai

July 7, 2016 by Kathy Sexton in Author Showcase

We asked Yi Shun Lai to write a guest blog for us about why she thinks memoirs are important and why she teaches. She'll be here to lead a workshop on July 12th.

Local Author Showcase

May 2, 2016 by Kathy Sexton in Author Showcase

Local Author Showcase spotlights Skokie-area writers and their work. This month, we talked with Paolina Milana.

Local Author Showcase: Krish Krishnan

September 14, 2015 by Kathy Sexton in Author Showcase

Krish Krishnan is a local author whose art/travel book Rambles into Sacred Realms combines a travelogue style with more than 113 pieces of original artwork.

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