Evening with Walter Dean Myers and Christopher Myers
Walter Dean Myers is the author of several children’s books, including Monster; The Dream Bearer; and BAD BOY: A Memoir. Christopher Myers began his children’s book career doing research to help his father, and went on to illustrate his father’s book Shadow of the Red Moon. They have collaborated on other books, including the prize-winning Harlem. Christopher Myers is the author of other books, including Black Cat.
Author Walter Dean Myers and his son, illustrator Christopher Myers, discussed the dynamics of their working relationship and their approach… read more
Author Walter Dean Myers and his son, illustrator Christopher Myers, discussed the dynamics of their working relationship and their approach to creating books for young audiences. After the discussion, father and son answer questions from members of the audience.
Walter Dean Myers is the author of several children’s books, including Monster; The Dream Bearer; and BAD BOY: A Memoir. Christopher Myers began his children’s book career doing research to help his father, and went on to illustrate his father’s book Shadow of the Red Moon. They have collaborated on other books, including the prize-winning Harlem. Christopher Myers is the author of other books, including Black Cat. close
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