John Bemelmans Marciano at Rakestraw Books September 18, 2008

Who: John Bemelmans Marciano

What: Talking about and signing his new book, Madeline and the Cats of Rome

When: Thursday, 18 September 2008 at 10 & 11:30 AM

How much: Free to individuals; a fee applies to class groups. Class reservations are essential.

Why you should care: As the grandson of Ludwig Bemelmans, creator of the beloved Madeline, Marciano has a brilliant heritage to live up to. Happily, he's more than equal to the task. Madeline and the Cats of Rome is the first full-length tale featuring that madcap girl in fifty years and it's just sweet, funny, and kind as you could wish. And, Marciano's paintings are simply wonderful . . . . What a great way to kick of our fall season of events for children!

Official Website: http://www.rakestrawbooks.com