Brad Meltzer & Christopher Eliopoulos: We Are the Wright Brothers Book Release

Join Anderson’s Bookshop in downtown Naperville for an inspiring evening with New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos! Celebrate the release of their newest picture book, We Are the Wright Brothers, the 40th installment in the acclaimed Ordinary People Change the World series (which inspired the hit PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum).

About the Book:

Geared toward readers ages 5 to 9, this friendly, fun biography follows Wilbur and Orville Wright—from curious kids fascinated by a toy wind-up helicopter to determined inventors who created the world’s very first successful airplane in 1903. The book highlights the virtues of determination and perseverance, encouraging kids to dream big. Each book in the series includes:

• A timeline of key events in the heroes’ history.
• Photos that bring the story fully to life.
• Irresistibly adorable comic-book-style illustrations.
• Childhood moments that influenced the heroes.
• Facts that make great conversation starters.

What to Expect:

The event will feature a live presentation and an audience Q&A with both creators, giving attendees a behind-the-scenes look into their writing and illustration process. Following the presentation, there will be a formal book signing line.

Event Guidelines & Check-In:

• Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Open seating applies.
• Check-in begins approximately 30 minutes before the 7:00 PM start time.
• The “Order Line Number” on your PDF ticket serves as your reserved place for the signing line.
• Attendees may take posed photos with the authors using their own cameras (taken by Anderson’s staff).
• There is a limit of 2 books from home to be signed per person.
• There is a limit of 1 personalization per person.
• Note: If you cannot attend, you must pick up your book at the hosting store within 30 days, or you can call the store to arrange shipping for an additional $9.99.

About the Author:

Brad Meltzer is the New York Times bestselling author of Heroes for My Daughter, Make Magic, The JFK Conspiracy, and suspense novels like The Viper. He also helped find the missing 9/11 flag on his History Channel show, Brad Meltzer’s Lost History.