Saturday, February 6, 2010

African American Children's Book Fair includes illustrators who plot life lessons

By CHRISTINE FISHER

downloadThe adage that a picture speaks a thousands words holds especially true in the world of children's books, where audiences link entire stories to illustrations.

Later this month, children's book illustrators along with authors and publishers will share their work with fans at the 18th annual African American Children's Book Fair held at the Community College of Philadelphia. Because of this weekend's threatening snowstorm, the fair which was originally scheduled for tomorrow, will take place on Feb. 27.

Event founder Vanesse Lloyd-Sgambati said illustrators are the stars of the children's book industry.  Read more...




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