Children's Literature Conference in Virginia

I am thrilled to report that the amazingly talented Denise Johnson, author of The Joy of Children's Literature and professor of reading, language and literacy at the College of William & Mary, will be hosting a new children's literature conference this fall. Here are the details!

• The conference will be held Saturday, October 15th from 8:00 - 5:00 at he College of William & Mary.
• The cost of the full conference is $100 (breakfast and lunch included).
• The deadline for registration is October 3, 2011 or until the conference is full.

The lineup for this one-day event is terrific. Presenters include:

• Pamela Duncan Edwards
• Tommy Greenwald
• Sara Lewis Holmes
• Laurie Krebs
• Ellen Potter (Skype presentation)
• Candice Ransom

If you are in Virginia or somewhere close by, I hope you take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. I know I will! Please visit the Joy of Children's Literature Conference site for a registration form and more information.