Sunshine State Author Series
The Sunshine State Author Series brings top-notch writers of children’s and young adult literature to Orange County for public readings, writing workshops and visits with students to spark interest in reading. Each featured writer has written a book that has been on the Sunshine State Young Readers Award or Florida Teen Reads lists.
The Sunshine State Author Series includes events only open to registered school groups located in Orange County. View upcoming Events for School Groups.
Important Dates (Subject to Change)
| Author | Event Date(s) | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Nic Stone | January 31, 2020 | View Schedule |
| Drew Brockington & Victoria Jamieson | February 22, 2020 | View Schedule |
Upcoming Events
Friday
January
31
10:30am
(Eatonville - Meeting Room)
Event Category:
Authors, Books, Writing
Meet New York Times best-selling author of young adult fiction, Nic Stone! Book sale and signing to follow.
Learn more > Friday
January
31
3:30pm
(Southwest - Ask at Desk)
Event Category:
Authors, Books, Writing
Calling all aspiring writers ages 11-18! Meet New York Times best-selling author, Nic Stone, as she presents this special writing workshop with tips and tricks to improve your writing.
Learn more > Saturday
February
22
10:30am
(Alafaya - Meeting Room 1)
Event Category:
Authors, Books, Writing
Meet Drew Brockington, author and illustrator of the Sunshine State award winning book "Catstronauts." Book signing to follow.
Learn more > Saturday
February
22
10:30am
(Southwest - Ask at Desk)
Event Category:
Authors, Books, Writing
Meet Victoria Jamieson, author and illustrator of the Newbery honor book "Roller Girl" and the Sunshine State award winning book "All’s Faire in Middle School." Book signing to follow.
Learn more > Saturday
February
22
2:30pm
(Winter Garden - Program Area)
Event Category:
Authors, Books, Writing
Meet Drew Brockington, author and illustrator of the Sunshine State award winning book "Catstronauts." Book signing to follow.
Learn more > Saturday
February
22
3:00pm
(Alafaya - Meeting Room 1)
Event Category:
Authors, Books, Writing
Meet Victoria Jamieson, author and illustrator of the Newbery honor book "Roller Girl" and the Sunshine State award winning book "All’s Faire in Middle School." Book signing to follow.
Learn more > Sponsor
Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.
Partners
A special thank you to:
ZORA!™ Festival
Mayor Buddy’s Book Club
Orange County Public Schools
Writer's Block Bookstore
