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Independent Publisher Showcase with Creston Books!

January 31, 2015 - February 01, 2015 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

The Book Stall at Chestnut Court

811 Elm St.

Winnetka, IL

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Description

Meet authors, an illustrator, and a therapy dog when Creston Books, a new independent publisher, showcases recent titles. Learn about Creston's work, win prizes, and meet Lola, star of her own series and just about the cutest dog ever, as Creston Books showcases their new titles with a special storytime. Guests include: Robin Newman: The author of A Wilcox and Griswold Mystery: The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake; Lori Degman: The author of 20 children's books including Cock-a-Doodle Oops!; Darlene Jacobson: The author of Wheels of Change; Marcia Goldman, the author of the loveable Lola series and her sweet Yorkie Lola.

Event Cost: Free

Event times: 2-3 p.m.

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