Jun
19
3:00pm
Isabel Roxas + Angela Dominguez = friends in conversation!
By bbgb books
Kick-off summer reading with a splash! Isabel and Angela are back for round two of friends in conversation--we absolutely love this dynamic duo and are beyond thrilled to celebrate the first book of Isabel's new series: The Adventures of Team Pom: SQUID HAPPENS!
This event is FREE to attend. Register today to reserve your spot!
You can PRE-ORDER your copy of The Adventures of Team Pom: SQUID HAPPENS (out 6/1). In honor of the post office, signed book stamps will be available while supplies last! The deadline to get personalized signing is 6/12.
About the book
When oddballs Agnes, Roberta and Ruby discover a shared passion for synchronized swimming, the trio become Team Pom. But between snack time, their favorite tv show, and raising pigeons, it can be hard to find time to practice.
This crew of self-proclaimed weirdos are tired of their loser status in the pool. But on their way to gain the respect and free snacks they deserve, they stumble upon a lonely giant squid. Will he be the secret weapon they need for synchronized swimming stardom? Will they be able to outwit the sinister strangers in bowler hats, or will they end up with ink on their faces? The first in this series and a debut comic book from award-winning filipino illustrator isabel roxas, squid happens is a hilarious read that explores friendship, teamwork and what it means to be yourself.
About the Author
Isabel Roxas is an author/illustrator, indie publisher, ceramicist and avid reader. She was born in Manila, Philippines, was raised on luscious mangoes, old wives’ tales, and monsoon moons. She is a recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship and graduated with a Masters in Communications Design from Pratt Institute. She is now based in NYC where she writes and illustrates stories, designs books, bakes delicious things and creates small objects out of clay and resin. Isabel has illustrated several books for young readers, including Hello Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly (2018 Newbery medal winner), Let Me Finish! by Minh Lê (named an NPR Best Book of 2016) and Day at the Market by May Tobias-Papa (2010 winner of the Philippine National Book Award). Isabel is a frequent contributor to Babybug and Ladybug Magazine. Her work has been recognized by American Illustration, HOW Magazine and 3x3 Magazine of Contemporary Illustration. Her debut comic book for young readers, The Adventures of Team Pom: SQUID HAPPENS will publish in June 2021. Isabel is a member of The Society of Illustrators, SCBWI and Ang INK (Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan). She also publishes artist books and zines for children under the imprint Little Big Time Press.
In conversation:
Angela Dominguez was born in Mexico City and grew up in the great state of Texas. She now resides on the east coast with her boyfriend, Kyle, and petite dog, Petunia. She is also the author and illustrator of several books for children and a two-time recipient of Pura Belpré Illustration Honor. Her debut middle grade novel, Stella Díaz Has Something To Say, was a New York Public Library and a Chicago Public Library pick for Best Books for Kids in 2018, Sid Fleischman Award winner, and an ALA Notable. When Angela is not in her studio or visiting schools, she teaches at the Academy of Art University, which honored her with their Distinguished Alumni Award in 2013. Angela is a proud member of SCBWI, PEN America, and represented by Wernick and Pratt Literary Agency. As a child, she loved reading books and making a mess creating pictures. She’s delighted to still be doing both.
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