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Meet the Author: Kami Garcia & Gabriel Picolo (Chicago)

July 12, 2019 - July 12, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location

Challengers Comics

N. Western Ave.

Chicago, IL 60647

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Description

New York Times best-selling author Kami Garcia and fan-favorite artist Gabriel Picolo will join forces at Anderson’s Bookshop to discuss reimagining superheroes and writing graphic novels, as well as sign copies of current and previous books for fans. The pair are promoting "Teen Titans: Raven," the next young adult graphic novel from DC. The event will kick off with a discussion and will be followed by an audience Q&A and book signing.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Times: 4-6 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.dccomics.com/graphic-novels/teen-titans-raven

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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