"New England Voices" Tonight at Boston College

Tonight I have the honor of moderating "New England Voices," a public event for the Foundation for Children's Books featuring three local authors. Since I've known all three for years, I know it will be a fun evening with some fine writing and art on display.

The featured authors will be, in alphabetical order:

• Jacqueline Davies. Jackie's latest books are The House Takes a Vacation, a picture book, and The Lemonade War, a middle-grade novel.
• Jamie Harper. An author-illustrator, Jamie's latest titles include Miss Mingo and the First Day of School and, written by Sally Warner, Best Friend Emma
• Mitali Perkins. Her new books are Rickshaw Girl and, coming next month, the start of a new series: First Daughter. And, of course, you know about Mitali's blog.

"New England Voices" will take place in Vanderslice Hall on the campus of Boston College. See the FCB's website for more detailed driving directions. The event will start at 7:30, and part of my job will be to ensure that it ends by 9:00.