| T.A Barron with an ardent fan bright and early on Monday morning when we gathered for breakfast before the beginning of his day of touring in the Washington DC and Northern Virginia area. |
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Mr. Barron charmedstudents at Hill School with the inside story of how he used his imagination to create the Merlin series. His presentation on the numerous books he has written piqued the interest of new fans, many of whom flocked to the store after school to purchase their own signed copies. |
Leigho Wood, Books & Crannies' newest employee was the perfect helper as American Girl fans designed and made bracelets at our American Girl Party.
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Everyone shared their American Girl Dolls and their jewelry creations as we celebrated the introduction of Julie Allbright, American Girl's newest additon to the historical doll series. |
Brian Jacques (pictured with his assistant) had a great deal of signing to do just before his dazzling presentation to more than 240 fans.
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The line of fans stretched all the way down Washington Street as we waited to meet the beloved author of childern's books. |
Fans of all ages packed Books & Crannies' first floor and steps to listen to Brian Jacques talk about the magic of his Redwall series and Eulalia, the nineteenth book in the series. |
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One young man and his brother discussed with Mr. Jacques the map of Redwall, which surely will be their treasure for years to come. |
| Books & Crannies took Frank Beddor to Blue Ridge Middle School this fall, where he shared with students his inspiration for The Looking Glass Wars and Seeing Redd. |
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Teachers at Blue Ridge Elementary were good sports as they acted out scenes from the script of movies that will be made from Mr. Beddor's books. |
