Vicki Johnson Reading and Book Signing (Shepherdstown) | Four Seasons Books
Sep 16, 2023 (UTC-5)ENDED
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The Shepherdstown Book Festival & Panhandle Pride will be hosting Vicki Johnson for a special event dedicated to kids. This event, titled Vicki Johnson Reading and Book Signing, will take place on September 16, 2023, at Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Vicki Johnson, a renowned children's book author, will engage young readers with a captivating story time session. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the author and have their books signed. Vicki Johnson's debut picture book, Molly's Tuxedo, offers a delightful tale inspired by her own upbringing. Published by Little Bee Books and GLAAD on June 27, 2023, Molly's Tuxedo is beautifully illustrated by Gillian Reid. Vicki Johnson's impressive accolades include being a 2022 Lambda Literary Fellow, a 2020 PBChat Mentee, and a 2020 Finalist for the We Need Diverse Books MG Mentorship Program. She also received a 2023 artist grant from the WV Department of Arts, Culture and History, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Vicki's passion for storytelling led her to establish Cabin Reads in 2016, an author series that celebrates the power of literature. Additionally, she embarked on a year-long Instagram project, highlighting the work of diverse authors, illustrators, booksellers, and librarians who share their insights on the creative process and nature. Vicki Johnson's educational background includes being a first-generation graduate of Smith College and Emory University School of Law. Currently pursuing an MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults at Vermont College of Fine Arts, Vicki has obtained her Picture Book Intensive certificate. Originally from rural Georgia, Vicki now resides in an enchanting historic log cabin in West Virginia, where she cares for five rescued animals. As a lesbian mom and single parent of a college student, Vicki has dedicated her life to crafting meaningful stories that resonate with young readers. Don't miss the opportunity to attend Vicki Johnson's Reading and Book Signing event in Shepherdstown. Admission is free, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience for children and families alike.