Western New York Children’s Book Expo

The 5^th annual KidsLit Week & WNY Children’s Book Expo (WNYCBE) will take place from November 4, 2019 through November 9, 2019.  The Expo kicks off with KidsLit Week and will once again conclude with Expo Saturday at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, a day-long showcase of award-winning children’s authors and their beloved books. Presenting sponsor for this year’s events is Rich Products and the Rich Family Foundation.

KidsLit Week from November 4^th through November 8^th will feature internationally acclaimed authors and illustrators who are scheduled to visit over 75 area schools, libraries, and other cultural venues from the PA line to Niagara Falls. The visits aim to inspire a love of books among students in grades Pre-K through middle school. In these visits, authors and illustrators will participate in readings and give interactive presentations about their work, how they became an author or illustrator, and the importance of storytelling.

The Expo, Saturday on November 9^th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. will feature a showcase of award-winning children’s authors and illustrators. Children will have the opportunity to interact with 40 rockstar authors and illustrators through readings, book-signings, presentations, and demonstrations. Admission is free.

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