If you’re in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S., then you might be interested in the upcoming Philadelphia Book Festival on May 17-18th.  This is the second time the annual festival is being held to celebrate reading and literacy.

The Philadelphia Book Festival is free, and over 60 writers and illustrators will attend the event where you can join in book discussions, author signings and shop at the street fair with over 80 literary exhibitors.  There will also be music, children’s entertainment and games.
I heard about this event through One Book Two Book’s previous author, Kelly Phillips-Erb, who received an email …read more

It’s the Friday Fifteen! This is a “repeat” of my original March 2 post. Brian has since published One Beastly Beast (Two Aliens, Three Inventors, Four Fantastic Tales) – enjoy!

Today’s Friday Fifteen guest is illustrator Brian Biggs.
1. Where are you now?
I am in my studio, which is on the third floor of my house in Philadelphia. It is my office, my playground, and my factory.
2. What were your favorite books as a kid?
Where the Wild Things Are, Maurice Sendak
Richard Scarry’s Best Storybook Ever!, Richard Scarry
One Day, I’ll Fix Anthony, Judith Viorst, illustrations by Arnold Lobel
Mike Mulligan and …read more

What’s better than one story? Two? Three? Four!Garth Nix‘ One Beastly Beast is a great compilation of four distinct stories for kids ages 7-11.
Nix’ intro says that he wrote his stories for himself because he has always loved stories about pirates, inventors and aliens. No matter the inspiration, the collection works really well.Let’s face it. It takes some effort to compete with kids these days. There are PlayStations, Wiis and other things I can’t quite figure out. Books sometimes get left by the wayside. But a good book? It’s way better …read more