If you like kids’ books, you’ll want to get over to Gibson’s Bookstore on Saturday for a special storytime with Maine author and illustrator Chris Van Dusen.
Van Dusen’s new picture book, Hattie & Hudson, went on sale in May and is Gibson’s lead picture book read for the summer.
Van Dusen, who is probably best known as the illustrator of Kate DiCamillo’s bestselling and award-winning Mercy Watson series, is at the top of his game with this new picture book. It explores the themes of friendship, acceptance and not rushing to judgment – as, you know, one sometimes does when confronted by an enormous lake monster. A reviewer said, “This eloquent, evocative book about compassion is perfect for sparking discussions on prejudice. A sensational choice for a seasonal storytime.”
The storytime will begin at 11 a.m. this Saturday and is free and open to the public. For more information, go to gibsonsbookstore.com.
Insider staff
