Army MWR Library Virtual Author Series: Colleen AF Venable
Join us online for a fun, laugh-out-loud virtual talk with National Book Award finalist Colleen AF Venable as she discusses bringing everyone's favorite first-grader to life in Junie B. Jones: A Graphic Novel.
Dec 16 2026, 6 pm
Dec 16 2026, 6 pm
Register Now!🪶✍🏼 Army MWR Libraries invite readers of all ages to a lively virtual presentation with Colleen AF Venable, National Book Award finalist, graphic novel creator, and author of the popular Katie the Catsitter series.
Generations of readers grew up laughing with Junie B. Jones, and now she is back in a vibrant, full-color graphic novel format! Colleen shares how she adapted Barbara Park’s classic chapter books into dynamic comic panels while keeping the heart, energy, and signature humor of the original series intact. Learn how text and visual storytelling work together to capture Junie B.’s hilarious misadventures, expressive reactions, and spunky personality for both nostalgic fans and a new generation of young readers.
Tune in live to hear about the art of graphic novel adaptations.
📝 Event Details:
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 16 December
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
💻 Format: Live Virtual Stream (Online Interactive Q&A)
Cost
Free
Registration Information
Register via the Army MWR Library Speakers Consortium Page by clicking the blue "REGISTER NOW" button.
