Stories have the power to help us better understand ourselves and one another. Join a panel of accomplished authors as they discuss the importance of creating books that reflect the richness of our communities, the value of authentic perspectives, and how literature can foster empathy, connection, and a greater appreciation for the many experiences that shape our world.

Moderator: Emily Barth Isler | Three Pieces of Broken Glass

• Abdi Nazemian | Exquisite Things

• Gretchen Schreiber | All The Stars Align

• Sherri L. Smith | The Year The Corgis Saved Christmas