Local authors share their experiences, adventures and their books in our first ever Livingston Youth Author Day! 
After the author presentation, books will be available for sale.

This will be an IN PERSON event in the Program Room. Participants will be expected to follow all current CDC guidelines.

Ariel Bernstein
Ariel Bernstein is a writer of picture books such as WE LOVE FISHING! (illustrated by Marc Rosenthal), and the WARREN & DRAGON chapter book series (illustrated by Mike Malbrough). She lives in Livingston, New Jersey with her family, a very cuddly cat, and the occasional balloon.

Jenny Wexler
Jennie Wexler spent the first part of her career producing and writing scripts for television shows appearing on VH1, Bravo, and The Travel Channel. Jennie’s debut novel, WHERE IT ALL LANDS, was released from Wednesday Books on July 6th, 2021. She is an SCBWI member and lives in Livingston, New Jersey with her husband, son, and Havanese puppy. You can follow her on twitter @jenwex or on IG @jenniewexler.

Mike Malbrough
Mike Malbrough is a creator of picture books, and a former graphic designer, comic book artist, performer, and teacher. He is the author-illustrator of his celebrated debut picture book, Marigold Bakes a Cake. Mike lives in Livingston, New Jersey, with his wife, two adventurous kids, and a cat named Agnes.

Ariel Horn
Ariel Horn enjoys writing both for adults and children. Her debut picture book, DO NOT GO IN THERE!, came out in July 2020; her first novel, Help Wanted, Desperately, came out in 2004. In addition to writing, Ariel teaches and is the principal of the middle school at Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy. She lives in Livingston, New Jersey with her husband and three children. 

This event is the second of three in the Mrs. Chen Memorial Summer Series.