Meet new author-illustrator Susan Gal!  Susan will read and sign copies of her first book "Night Lights." This reassuring reflection of a child’s world makes a wonderful bedtime story, and would be sure to soothe any lingering fears of the dark. Come see her beautiful illustrations that are sure to please children and grown-ups alike! 

After reading, Susan will show us all her amazing artistic talent by doing an "interactive" drawing, based on suggestions - and even additions - from the group!

Recommended for grown-ups and kids ages 2+, but all are welcome.

Susan Gal began her illustration career as a poster and calendar artist. She then worked as an "actor with a pencil" for Disney Animation Florida before returning to her native California to create lively and whimsical illustrations.

Susan Gal's first picture book was Night Lights, which also featured a great dog character. But the inspiration for this book was Susan's own best friend, the Boston terrier Wanda Woo.

Susan lives in Berkeley, California, with her husband, her daughter, and assorted studio pets. You can read more about her work at galgirlstudio.com.

Night Lights (Hardcover)

By Susan Gal

$14.99

ISBN-13: 9780375858628
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers, 11/2009

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The night is full of lights in this warm bedtime story.

Susan Gal tells the story of a child’s evening routine through all the different kinds of lights that shine in the night. From the porch light by the front door, to the firelight (and firefly light!) of a backyard cookout, and the candles on a cake, everything seems to glow in this warm and cozy book. When the lightning of a sudden summer storm sends the action inside, there is light there too—a bedside light to read by, a flashlight to make shadows with, a night-light to keep you company, and the moonlight for sweet dreams.

This reassuring reflection of a child’s world makes a wonderful bedtime story, and would be sure to soothe any lingering fears of the dark. A warm, friendly, shining debut from a very talented new author-illustrator.

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