The Flying Pig Bookstore will feature two award-winning graphic novelists, James Kochalka and Gareth Hinds, for back-to-back drawing demonstrations and talks with the authors on Saturday, May 7th, at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Gareth and James will speak together at 11:30 about the craft of graphic novels.
James Kochalka is the creator of several children's graphic novel series, including Johnny Boo and Dragon Puncher. Kochalka, who lives in Burlington and was named Vermont’s first-ever Cartoonist Laureate in 2011, has a new book: The Glorkian Warrior and the Mustache of Destiny. It is the third book in the Glorkian Warrior series and is geared toward the youngest comics aficionados, ages 5-9.
Gareth Hinds, who grew up in Vermont, is the creator of critically-acclaimed graphic novels for teens based on literary classics, including Beowulf, King Lear, The Merchant of Venice, The Odyssey, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth. Gareth is the recipient of the Boston Public Library’s “Literary Lights for Children” award. His new book, Samurai Rising, tells the story of the legendary samurai Yoshitsune—his meteoric rise from an untrained young boy in exile to one of the greatest military leaders in Japanese history. The book was written by Pamela Turner with illustrations throughout by Hinds who, while a young art student, used to sketch Yoshitsune for fun. Hinds’ talk is best suited for ages 10-adult.
Both graphic novelists will share their new books and drawing techniques with audiences, and answer questions after each presentation.
The event is free of charge and open to the public. Participants are welcome to attend one or both of the events. RSVPs are welcome but not required: flyingpigevents@gmail.com or 802-985-3999.
--Elizabeth Bluemle & Josie Leavitt
Owners, Flying Pig Bookstore
5247 Shelburne Road, Suite 102
Shelburne, VT 05482
802-985-3999
www.flyingpigbooks.com
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