Great Valley Bookfest 2026 Writer’s Nook

11:00am

“Picture Books: Not Just for Kids”

LED BY AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR BITSY KEMPER

Think picture books are only bedtime stories? Think again. Today’s picture books tackle big ideas—hope, humor, identity, resilience—in ways that resonate with readers of all ages. Join a panel of acclaimed picture book authors as they reveal how a few carefully chosen words and images can spark conversation, stir emotions, and leave a lasting impact far beyond childhood. There will be time for Q&A, as well as book signing.

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12:00pm

“Key Components of a Character Arc”

LED BY CAPITOL CRIMES PANEL

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1:15pm

“Bigfoot’s Writer’s Workshop”

LED BY AUTHOR DEBBIE SAARLOOS

Join author Debbie Saarloos and friends as the Writer’s Nook is transformed into a Young Writer’s Workshop for writers from age 2 to 92 (and beyond)!

Debbie will share her book and her personal journey to literacy, followed by stations for kids of all ages to try nature writing, learn a few ways to make your own book, get a small journal to begin writing stories, and other fun writing activites. Young writers can expect to be entertained for an hour or more!

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Subject to change.