Book launch event. Featuring “Year of the cat”
Fall for this whimsical reinterpretation of a timeless story! Meet award-winning Authors and Illustrators at Books of Wonder!
Writer Richard Ho and artist Jocelyn Li Langrand will take you and your young reader on a journey to discover the real story of the Zodiac! This is the untold tale of one feline who won’t be forgotten in Year of the Cat— a gorgeous, all-ages picture book tale that’s bound to become your family’s next favorite illustrated classic.
Rat won the Great Race, which determined the order of the Chinese zodiac calendar. But he did it using trickery that left poor Cat behind. Now, Rat wants to make amends... or so he says. Rat, Pig, Dog, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Horse, Snake, Dragon, Tiger, Rabbit, and Ox all set off to apologize to Cat. Yet somehow, by the end of the journey, Rat is the only one left. And Cat has a surprise for him.
Richard Ho’s sly and perfectly paced text unfolds an exciting animal adventure, full of nods to the traditional Great Race tale. And watch out for an unexpected, delicious twist when Cat doesn’t find Rat’s apology quite sincere! Jocelyn Li Langrand’s joyful and expressive illustrations bring the journey to vibrant life, full of details that reward a closer look. Together, text and art are an homage to the traditional Great Race tale and a funny, subversive update for today’s young readers.
Be sure to Pre-Order Signed & Personalized copies of Year of the Cat — INCLUDING Original Art by Jocelyn Li Langrand—and reserve launch tickets for the whole family below! This after-school evening Book Launch begins at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, November 2nd.
What you need to know to join us:
- We recommend RSVPing to attend! RSVPing here guarantees entry to the event if you are among the first 100 registrants. Please make sure to RSVP for your full party, including any and all children.
- Please note that there will only be 100 RSVPs available. Guests who have RSVPed must arrive by 5:50 PM in order to claim their spot. After that time, the reserved seat will become available to walk-up guests.
- If you are not among the first 100 RSVPs, you can still purchase a copy of each book, and join the signing queue to get signed and personalized books! Doors will open for the signing queue around 6:45 PM.
- All attendees over the age of 2 will need to wear a mask while in the store, as per NYC guidelines for live indoor events.
- Remember: if you are not feeling well please do not attend this event!
If you have any questions about the event or any of these guidelines please be sure to reach out to us at [email protected]
Meet the author and artist!
Richard Ho is a children’s book author who was once, himself, a child. (At least that’s what his parents tell him.)
During his childhood, he harbored perfectly reasonable career aspirations: professional basketball player, astrophysicist, and Jedi master. When he “grew up,” he studied English and literature in college, worked as a magazine journalist, and eventually became a scriptwriter and editor for an educational website. At some point (probably after his own children arrived on the scene), the thought of writing children’s books popped into his head. He hasn’t been able to shake it loose since. Richard is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. In his wildest daydreams, he is also a member of the New York Knicks, the American Astronomical Society, and the Jedi Order.
Jocelyn Li Langrand is an illustrator, author, and designer.
Jocelyn began her career as a visual designer after graduating from Cornish College of the Arts with a BFA in visual communication design. In 2015, she started a personal project on Instagram, 100 Days of Mr.Diggle, where she told and drew stories daily. Since then, Jocelyn has been doing freelance illustration work with companies and non-profit organizations. Jocelyn is the winner of the 2019 San Francisco Beautiful MuniArt Award where her works were displayed in 100 local buses as moving galleries for commuters. Growing up in China, Jocelyn has lived in cities around the world, from Singapore to Seattle to San Francisco, and finds her heritage and travel influence everything she creates. She now lives in London with her husband and 2 sons.
Time: 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM EDT
Free!
