A Day With A Feathery Friend

We are so happy to be hosting SUZANNE KAUFMAN for a spellbinding storytime with her new picture book, Blue! This breathtaking tale follows a young boy who, from sunrise to sunset, befriends and plays with a blue crane by the shore. It’s the perfect read-aloud story, with simple yet poetic language and gorgeous pages for young ones to get lost in. You can practically hear the waves and feel the crane’s ruffled feathers; the ocean looks alive! Trust us when we say that you won’t want to miss this.

Sunday, June 22nd at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Balancing Life and Kaijus

Books of Wonder is honored to be hosting MATT BRALY, author of the kaiju-battling coming-of-age graphic novel, Family Force V! Matt is best known for being the creator of Disney's Amphibea, and for his work on Gravity Falls - and this tale is just as incredible. Join us in-store, where he'll be in conversation with WENDY XU, author-illustrator of Tidesong. 

Monday, June 23rd at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

One Scoop Is Never Enough!

So many kinds of trucks – but only one has sweet, wonderful ice cream! Come to Books of Wonder for a brand-new picture book all about that incredible, dessert-filled vehicle. It’s Good Luck, Ice Cream Truck! Read along with author SORCHE FAIRBANK as a town’s animal citizens watch all the other trucks go by and wait for that fateful Ding! Ding! Ring-a-ling!

Animals, vehicles, AND ice cream? What more could you ask for!

Saturday, June 14th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Tales As Good As Gold!

Join us in-store as we celebrate a coterie of extremely talented authors and their brilliant books. These are stories of secret bearded dragons, past lives, and girls with wasp-granted super abilities – all utterly unique but each with that special something that makes for an unforgettable read! Come to Books of Wonder to hear from MIRIAM CHERNICK, author of The ZuZu Secret, LAUREN MAGAZINER, author The Incorruptibles, JOHNNY MARCIANO, author of Into the Oblivion, and CHRIS RASCHKA, author of Peachaloo in Bloom. 

Sunday, June 22nd at 3pm at Our 17th St Store! 

When Good Mice Go Bad

Books of Wonder is dancing with excitement for this hilarious storytime! Join us in-store where artist TIM MILLER will be reading his latest, chaotic, knee-slapper of a picture book: Sadie Mouse Wrecks The House! This bombastic tale follows little Sadie Mouse as she finally gets fed up of being the good mouse of her family while her brother makes mess after mess. What will happen when she decides to be the bad one?

Sunday, June 8th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Be An Anemone!

Come take a seat – or stand, if you’d like – at our store full of books for a special delight! Award-winning author RACHEL VAIL and two-time Caldecott medalist CHRIS RASCHKA will be reading their newest picture book, You and Me, Anemone.

Saturday, May 31st at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

To The Beach We Go!

Put on your sunscreen and grab your flipflops because Books of Wonder is hosting NINA CREWS for a storytime with her heartwarming new picture book: Big Family Beach Day! 

When Maya's big, extended family goes to the beach, it means a day of splashing in the ocean, digging in the sand, and so much fun. This book perfectly captures those unforgettable beach trips with your family and it's just the thing to get you and your little ones excited for the summer! So lay back in the sand and get ready for this sunny storytime.

Saturday, June 21st at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Start Your Engines!

Books of Wonder is so happy to be hosting author ELIZABETH TRACY and illustrator ANNA AARONSON for the launch of their empowering picture book: Mystery Driver: The Story of Alice Johnson and the First Soap Box Derby! Set during the Great Depression, it's the true story of a "boys only" race, and how one determined young girl couldn't be excluded – even if that meant entering in disguise! 

Thursday, June 26th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Summer Adventures!

Books of Wonder is so very happy to be hosting VIVIENNE CHANG and illustrator EUGENIA YOH for storytime with their day-dreamy picture book: What if We...

It's summertime, and a young boy named Max feels like there's nothing to do where he lives.

"Nothing?" his little sister asks. Nothing. So he daydreams about all the cool stuff he could be doing if were somewhere else. He could jump on giant jello or fly in a hot-air balloon! But maybe he should be paying attention to the adventure buddy that's right there with him.

Sunday, June 15th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Surf's Up!

Get ready for a story that is sure to inspire and thrill! Author/illustrator KERRY McQUAIDE is coming to Books of Wonder to read her debut picture book: The Biggest, Highest Wave. In it, a graceful, gritty, and courageous female surfer faces the mighty force of nature's waves – inspired by the record-breaking swells that occur in Nazaré, Portugal. It's a testament to the human spirit and a young girl's ability to get back up after being turned upside down.

Saturday, June 7th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

All Aboard!

Join us in-store for a heartwarming storytime. Books of Wonder is so pleased to have illustrator MOKSHINI here with her debut picture book, Faith Takes the Train! This tale set in a New York City train teaches young readers an extremely important lesson about having faith and being kind to those around you. Grab a seat and listen in!

Sunday, June 1st at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Growing Celebrity Pains

TASHIE BHUIYAN is back with another delectable YA romp, and Books of Wonder is delighted to be hosting the launch for it! I'll Pretend You're Mine is a coming-of-age story set in the world of young celebrities, filled to the brim with romance, drama, and heart. Tashie will be in conversation with the incredible CHRISTINA LI, author of True Love and Other Impossible Odds. Come join us in-store for an evening of fascinating discussion and wonderful stories!

Wednesday, June 4th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Tales To Savor!

Celebrate Pride with these unforgettable queer YA reads! Books of Wonder is honored to be hosting CHRISTINA LI, author of True Love and Other Impossible Odds, DEREK MILMAN, author of A Darker Mischief, BRIAN SELZNICK, author of Run Away With Me, TUCKER SHAW, author of Right Beside You, and KEVIN CHRISTOPHER SNIPES, author of Don't Let Me Go! These are wonderful queer stories that will touch your heart and stick with you long after you're done reading them.

Thursday, June 19th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Stories That Whisk You Away!

Books of Wonder is so excited to be hosting an incredible group of middle grade authors and their brilliant books to celebrate Jewish Heritage Month! Join us in-store to hear from ADAM GIDWITZ, author of Max in the Land of Lies, JOSH LEVY, author of Finn and Ezra's Bar Mitzvah Time Loop, ANNA JORDAN, author of Shira and Esther's Double Dream Debut, and ANN KOFFSKY, author of The Peddler and the President. It's going to be a wonderful afternoon!

Sunday, May 25th at 3pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Roll Out The Red Carpet!

The Newbery and Caldecott awards are the highest recognition bestowed upon authors and illustrators of children’s literature – it's truly an incredible achievement. Books of Wonder is thrilled to host a group of this year’s recipients of both medals and honors for these prestigious awards. Join us to hear from ERIN ENTRADA KELLY, author of The First State of Being, REBECCA LEE KUNZ, illustrator of Chooch Helped, GRACEY ZHANG, illustrator of Noodles on a Bicycle, YUKO SHIMIZU, illustrator of Up, Up, Ever Up! Junko Tabei: A Life in the Mountains, and C.G. ESPERANZA, illustrator of My Daddy is a Cowboy. It’s going to be quite the evening!

Monday, June 30th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

The Romance of a Lifetime!

Join us in store for a night of romance as we celebrate the launch of Sanskari Sweetheart by ANANYA DEVARIJAN! When Raina gets stuck reliving the day she lost her boyfriend, her dance partner, and her shot at the National Bollywood Dance Circuit Scholarship, she is sure that it’s her chance for a perfect do over (and over, and over). But the more she tries, the more she has to wonder if “perfect” is enough. Joining her in conversation will be PAGE POWERS, author of the upcoming And They were Roommates.

Monday, May 19th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Journey to Magical Lands!

Join us in-store for an evening of mysterious theme parks, otherworldly meals, and ancient spells. Books of Wonder is delighted to be hosting a YA double-launch forThe Whisperwood Legacy by JO SCHULTE, and Celestial Banquet by ROSELLE LIM! If you love the darkness of Grimm's fairy tales, mouthwatering food, or wonderful storytelling, this is an event that you just can't afford to miss.

Thursday, June 5th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Pooch Pals!

Come join us in-store for storytime with a hilarious, heartwarming new picture book: Elvis & Romeo! From the incredible team behind Ladybug Girl, DAVID SOMAN and JACKY DAVIS, comes a tale about two dogs finding friendship in the most unlikely places. Bark along - we mean laugh along - as these very different canines find themselves becoming buddies!

Sunday, May 25th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store! 

Through the Portal We Go!

Put on your wizard hat and grab your staff for an event full of magic! Books of Wonder is delighted to be hosting these wonderful authors and their mystical books for a fascinating discussion. Tune in to hear from GREGORY MAGUIRE, NY Times bestselling author of Leaping Beauty, SERENA NANUA and SASHA NANUA, coauthors of Spirit Service, SARWAT CHADDA, author of Storm Singer, and CAREY BLANKENSHIP-KRAMER author of Ghoul Scout's Honor. From deserts dominated by winged warriors to a town full of lost spirits, these books will transport you to new worlds!

Saturday, May 17th at 3pm EST via Crowdcast!

The Dragon Lord Beckons

Magic, love, and intrigue await. Come to Books of Wonder to celebrate the release of New York Times bestselling author ELIZABETH LIM's latest fantasy epic: A Forgery of Fate! In this twisting labyrinth of a tale, a girl who can paint the future agrees to a marriage contract with a dragon lord - and to help dethrone the dragon king. Joining ELIZABETH LIM as in-conversation partner will be her charming sister, Vicki!

Tuesday, June 3rd at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Finding a Forever Herd!

Join us in-store for the launch of a fun new adventure in the Horse Girl series, Horse Camp: A Horse Girl Mystery by CARRIE SEIM! Saddle up and be ready for anything because this time, Willa's off to the sleepaway camp of her dreams - complete with trail rides, "ghorst" stories, and (gasp) horse boys.

Thursday, May 15th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store! 

Riddle me this, riddle me that!

Get your saxophones and rain machines ready for a day of nail-biting mystery at Books of Wonder! Join us for the launch of brain-tickling puzzle book Murdle Jr.: Ready, Set, Solve! by G.T. KARBER and companion novel, Murdle Jr.: Sleuths on the Loose from the dynamic duo of G.T. KARBER and CHRIS GRABENSTEIN!

Saturday, May 31st at 2pm at Our 17th St Store! 

The Strength Within You

Join us in store to celebrate the launch of Powerful Like a Dragon by CHRISTOPHER CHENG and illustrated by JACQUELINE TAM! In this life-affirming picture book, acclaimed author CHRISTOPHER CHENG weaves the true story of his family's search for safety in the midst of war, demonstrating the strength of children in the face of the impossible. 

Thursday, May 22nd at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

Embrace the Unexpected

Join us in-store to celebrate the launch of Come As you Are by DAHLIA ADLER! In this opposites attract romance, a fresh start doesn't have to mean changing yourself. She will be joined in-conversation with JENNIFER DUGAN author of Summer Girls.

Wednesday, May 28th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

A Plan, a Dream, and One Fateful Encounter

Join us in-store to celebrate the launch of the amazing new young adult romance novel, This Could Be Forever! We are so honored to have author EBONY LaDELLE here for a night of fun, fascinating discussion with conversation partner - and book influencer!- ARTAVIA JARVIS. A compelling and complex romance about love across cultures, this story follows a black girl and brown boy who find themselves and each other while pursuing their passions the summer before college. 

Tuesday, May 20th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!

Don't Lose Hope!

Join us in store for a tender storytime with ALLIE MILLINGTON for her debut picture book When You Find a Hope! This moving story celebrates the importance of holding onto hope and the beauty of a lost hope born anew. Perfect for readers young and old, and those looking for some encouragement to persevere in the face of hardship. 

Saturday, May 24th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

Summer Romance and Historical Adventure!

Join us in store for a wonderful double launch event celebrating Meet Me at Wonderland by JULIA DeVILLERS and The Secrets of Lovelace Academy by COURTNEY SHEINMEL! This event will be moderated by GAYLE FORMAN of Not Nothing.

Sunday, May 18th at 3pm at Our 17th St Store!

Take a Seat and Dig in

Join us for an enlightening and delectable storytime with JULIE LEUNG and MELISSA IWAI for A Banquet for Cecilia! Relish in the savory, tangy, and sometimes spicy dishes of Cecilia Chiang, a revolutionary who changed the way Americans viewed Chinese food.

Sunday, May 18th at 11:30am at Our 17th St Store!

Journey through Revenge to Romance!

We are so excited to host the launch for NY Times bestselling author ANN LIANG's newest romantic comedy, Never Thought I’d End Up Here! Join us in-store as she discusses this tale of self-reflection, identity, and romance. She’ll be in conversation with fellow NY Times bestseller and author of Wish Upon a K-Star, KAT CHO.

Monday, June 2nd at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!