Event and Ticketing Details
Dates & Times
Monday 16 November
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Do adults and kids have different ideas about what makes great children’s literature?
Two of the best in the children’s book business, author Sally Rippin and author/illustrator Shaun Tan, will chat with Stevee and Keely, two young editors from children’s literary journal Early Harvest, as they explore writing, illustrating and commissioning for children.
Do authors, illustrators and editors have an imaginary reader in mind when they’re working? How can young readers become more involved in the publishing process? And why do some stories resonate more than others?
What do young bookworms really want to read? Readers of all ages are invited to hear the answer straight from the horse’s mouth.
Featuring
Sally Rippin
Sally Rippin is a bestselling and beloved author for children, and the eighth Australian Children's Laureate. Her most well-known series include Billie B Brown, Hey Jack! and School of Monsters. Recently she ...
Shaun Tan
Shaun Tan grew up in Perth and works as an artist, writer and filmmaker in Melbourne. He is best known for illustrated books in a variety of styles combining surrealist imagery and social commentary, widely ...
Stevee
Stevee is an editorial board member of Early Harvest 2015. She is loud and MUST have an opinion on everything. Add a lot of fireworks and you have a very cool person.
Keely
Keely is an editorial board member of Early Harvest 2015. Think of a panda, then think of a panda that is injury-prone: this is basically Keely. She is a pro at reading, injuries and being a panda.