Join us for a lively reading and conversation with the brilliant author DAYNA LORENTZ, whose new book follows a young coyote and a young boy, who cross paths when the boy, Gabe, makes an impulsive decision that affects both of their lives.

Guest moderator and New York Times-bestselling author CHRIS TEBBETTS (Middle School series with James Patterson) will be asking Dayna questions about the book, coyotes, and her interest in the power of restorative justice.

EACH PAID TICKET ADMITS one household and includes a signed, personalized copy of Wayward Creatures. Additionally, you can order more of Dayna's books for kids and teens at special event pricing.

FREE TICKETS are available for students and families who do not need a book at this time.

AUTOGRAPHING: You can request personalization (signed to a specific person or people) or "signature only" during the checkout process.

ABOUT THE BOOK

In this heartfelt animal friendship story, a troubled young boy befriends a wayward coyote after a forest fire changes both of their lives.

"As a story about community, healing, and family—both human and animal—this is one of the best." —Kirkus starred review

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dayna Lorentz is the author of the acclaimed novel, Of a Feather, the Dogs of the Drowned City trilogy, and the No Safety in Numbers trilogy. She is also a staff attorney with the Vermont trial courts. Dayna holds an MFA from Bennington College and lives in Vermont with her husband, two children, and two cats.

ABOUT THE MODERATOR

New York Times-bestselling author Chris Tebbetts is a novelist, a ghost writer, and a co-writer with James Patterson on the wildly popular Middle School series.

The exceptionally insightful Tebbetts will lead a great conversation with the ever-entertaining Lorentz and take Q&A from the audience. This promises to be a terrific event!!