Meet 12-Yr-Old USA Today Bestselling Author Bella Olson + YouTube Stars Anna & Erin | Book Signing & Storytime in Austin
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Austin, she just made the USA Today Bestsellers List!
Join us at Barnes & Noble Southpark Meadows on May 17th at 2pm for a special kids adventure storytime event celebrating TRAPPED, the exciting debut novel by young author Bella Olson -- who just landed on the USA Today Bestsellers List.
Bella is traveling across the country meeting readers and sharing the story behind her book. During the event, kids will hear how she came up with the idea for TRAPPED, listen to a short reading, ask questions about writing and creativity, and meet Bella during a book signing.
This fun, family-friendly event is designed for kids who love books, imagination, and storytelling.
Special Guests: YouTube Stars Anna and Erin
This event features very special guests -- YouTube stars Anna and Erin (@AnnaAndErinLLC -- 733K subscribers!) as event moderators. They called TRAPPED "the book they wish they had growing up" and will be leading the Q&A with Bella, making this an unforgettable experience for young fans!
What to Expect (Free for All Attendees)
- Author Talk and Storytime with Bella, moderated by Anna and Erin
- Kids Q&A -- ask Bella anything, from writing the book to how she gets her ideas
- Book Signing and Photos with Bella, Anna, and Erin (with book purchase)
- Exclusive TRAPPED-themed stickers, coloring sheets, fanny packs, friendship bracelets, and surprise giveaways (with book purchase, while supplies last)
Ticket Options (Free -- RSVP Required)
- Young Adventurer Pass (Free): Event entry + Kids Q&A with Bella + Anna and Erin
- Parent Pass (Free): Event entry + Author Talk + full Q&A session
- VIP Book + Signing Experience ($12.95): One copy of TRAPPED + book signing + photo with Bella + themed stickers, coloring sheets, fanny pack, friendship bracelets, and surprise giveaways
About the Book
TRAPPED is a wildly imaginative adventure about a brilliant young inventor who finds herself inside a mysterious facility run by a very eccentric scientist. With quick thinking, courage, and help from a magic chicken, she must puzzle her way through strange traps and bizarre challenges to find her way out again.
The story moves fast, makes kids laugh, and keeps them turning pages. Along the way it reinforces the kinds of themes parents love to see in the books their children read: being brave even when something feels scary, solving problems when things do not go as planned, and embracing the qualities that make you unique. As Bella likes to say, "weird is the new cool."
Filled with mystery, unexpected twists, and brave characters, TRAPPED is an adventure about creativity, friendship, and figuring things out when nothing goes according to plan.
About the Author
Bella Olson is an 12-year-old YouTube creator and now USA Today bestselling author. Her channel Avocado Awesomeness has been gaining national attention for its fun, uplifting, and imaginative content for kids. TRAPPED is her debut novel, and Austin is one of the stops on her national book tour.
What to Expect
Storytime and Author Talk
Bella will read a passage from TRAPPED and share how she came up with the story and what it's like becoming an author at age eleven.
Kids Q&A
Young readers can ask Bella questions about writing, imagination, and how she gets her ideas.
Book Signing and Photos
Meet Bella, get a signed copy of TRAPPED, and take photos together.
Bonus Surprises
Themed stickers, friendship bracelets, coloring sheets, and special giveaways inspired by the story.
Event Details
Sunday, May 17th @ 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Barnes & Noble - Southpark Meadows
9600 S I-35 Frontage Rd SUITE R, Austin, TX 78748
RSVP to reserve your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986551958384?aff=oddtdtcreator
Bring your friends and come celebrate creativity, imagination, and the magic of books together.
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