Author Series: Calista Brill CC'02 and Namrata Tripathi CC'01

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Tune in to a lively and inspiring conversation between author Calista Brill CC’02 and editor/publisher Namrata Tripathi CC’01 as they dive into Creaky Acres: A Graphic Novel, Brill’s new middle-grade book about horseback riding, friendship and possums.Brill and Tripathi will explore the making of the book, their creative journeys and what it takes to thrive in the world of children’s publishing. Whether you’re a graphic novel fan, aspiring writer or simply curious about how stories for young readers come to life, you’ll gain fresh insight into storytelling, industry trends and the joy of building books that matter.<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/558467/creaky-acres-a-graphic-novel-by-written-by-calista-brill-and-nilah-magruder-illustrated-by-nilah-magruder/" title="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/558467/creaky-acres-a-graphic-novel-by-written-by-calista-brill-and-nilah-magruder-illustrated-by-nilah-magruder/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Purchase your copy of Creaky Acres: A Graphic Novel</a>.

Calista Brill CC’02 is the editorial director at First Second, a Macmillan Publishers imprint that publishes more than 40 graphic novels a year. Prior to this role, Brill edited books in both the Disney Princess and Lizzie McGuire book series. Her own book, Creaky Acres: A Graphic Novel, blends her love of storytelling and horses with a good dash of humor.

Namrata Tripathi CC’01 is the founder and publisher of Kokila, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers that is committed to spotlighting stories from underrepresented voices. She has edited numerous bestsellers and award winners including Hair Love, Antiracist Baby and The Night Diary.

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