What Books Can Do
Starting with The Invention of Hugo Cabret almost 20 years ago, Brian Selznick has carved out a unique space in the children’s literature landscape with complex, illustrated novels that have defied genre, and reinvented form. In this special presentation, he will walk the audience through his journey as an author, his creative process as an artist, and the inventive storytelling approach that has defined his work, from his very first book The Houdini Box in 1991 to his upcoming debut as a young adult author with the novel Run Away With Me. Prepare for a personal behind the scenes peek at what Brian believes books can do, both as unique physical objects, as well as vehicles for sharing stories that can spark your imagination and help you feel a little less alone in the world.
Speaker
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Brian Selznick
Brian Selznick is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed illustrator whose books have sold millions of copies worldwide. Selznick broke open the novel form with his innovative thematic trilogy, beginning with the Caldecott Medal-winning book The Invention of Hugo Cabret, which was adapted into Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award-winning movie Hugo. He followed… Read More →
How to Attend
This keynote is free and optional to attend with a Thursday, February 20th, 2025 conference registration. Seating is first come, first served. No additional ticket purchase required.