An estimated 175 authors and 9,000 attendees gathered for book signings and storytime readings at the 10th annual Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival in Chappaqua, N.Y., on September 30. The event was also livestreamed by KidLit TV for audiences at home. We’ve rounded up highlights from the festival. All photos by Susan Nagib and David Taber.
Excited readers gather under the book signing tents.
Magic Tree House creator Mary Pope Osborne with a young attendee.
(From l.): authors Jessica Love, Maulik Pancholy, Nick Bruel, Phil Bildner, Padma Venkatraman, and Raj Haldar.
Illustrator Bryan Collier speaks with young readers.
Clifford the big red dog takes a photo with young attendees.
Pinkalicious author Victoria Kann autographs a book for a fan.
Chris and J.J. Grabenstein greeting guests.
Author Carol Weston with attendees at her book signing tent.
Debbi Michiko Florence at her tent.
A young attendee eager to begin reading.
