Sunshine State Author Series

Since 2017, the Sunshine State Author Series has offered opportunities for kids and teens to meet and learn from their favorite authors featured on the annual Sunshine State readings lists. Each featured writer in this series has written a book that has been on the Sunshine State Young Readers Award or Florida Teens Read lists.

Orange County Library System would like to make connections between local schools and popular children's and young adult authors. Please let us know if you are interested in partnering with us on an author visit (either virtually or in-person), by completing the Author Visit Request form.

Meet the Author Kelly Yang

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy’s Book Club as we discuss our latest read, Finally Seen. There will be a Q&A with the author Kelly Yang. Recommended for ages 8-12.

Mayor Buddy's Book Club

By encouraging leisure time reading and creative expression, Mayor Buddy’s Book Club improves literacy in our community by making reading fun! All ages are welcome to participate.

Sunshine State Author Series

The Sunshine State Author Series brings top-notch writers of children’s and young adult literature to Orange County for public readings, writing workshops and visits with students to spark interest in reading. Each featured writer has written a book that has been on the Sunshine State Young Readers Award or Florida Teen Reads lists.

Sunshine State Reading Challenge

Have fun in the Florida sun this school year by participating in a Sunshine State Reading Challenge! Recommended for grades K-12. Please ensure your Beanstack account has a school grade associated with it to participate.

Upcoming Sunshine State Author Series Events

Mayor Buddy’s Book Club

Finally Seen - Session 1

Registration Required
Wednesday March 12 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. There will be a Q&A with the author, Kelly Yang. Recommended for ages 8-12.

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Mayor Buddy’s Book Club End of Book Party

Finally Seen - Session 2

Registration Required
Wednesday April 16 4:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Library Central - First Floor)

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Orlando Mayor Buddy's Book Club is celebrating the completion of their latest book! Recommended for ages 8-12.

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Mayor Buddy’s Book Club

The Big Sting - Session 1

Registration Required
Wednesday June 25 4:00pm

Online

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. There will be a Q&A with the author, Rachelle Delaney. Recommended for ages 8-12.

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