Matthew Cordell presents Starman: The Cosmic Voyage of David Bowie

Carmichael's Kids is thrilled to welcome Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell and his new book Starman: The Cosmic Voyage of David Bowie. Carmichael's Kids and Guestroom Records have teamed up to host the incredible Author/Illustrator Matthew Cordell in celebration of his new book, Starman: The Cosmic Voyage of David Bowie. Matthew, a Bowie superfan, will lead an all ages storytime where he hopes to make it a bonding moment for kids and their caregivers. Guestroom will provide a curated playlist with staff Bowie favorites with David Bowie CD's and Vinyl on display. This will be a unique event for Bowie fans old and new! About the Book: David Bowie's countless devotees know that he was more than a musician, more than a celebrity; the trail of expression and creativity that he blazed is burning to this day, lighting a path for ages to come. But how to introduce that blaze to kids who weren't even born yet when he passed on? In answer, Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell brings readers on the galactic journey of Bowie's life, with stops for each phase of his ever-transforming career. No cut-and-dry biography, Starman is the true story of a spirit driven to seek, to dare, and to continuously transform. About the Author: Matthew Cordell has written and illustrated many books for children, including Wolf in the Snow, which won the Caldecott Medal and a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor; Hello, Neighbor! The Kind and Caring World of Mister Rogers; Evergreen; Cornbread and Poppy; Bear Island; and Wish. He is the illustrator of many more, often authored by Philip Stead, such as The Only Fish in the Sea, Follow that Frog!, and Every Dog in the Neighborhood. Matthew’s books have been recognized as Best of the Year selections by The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe. He lives in suburban Chicago with his wife, author Julie Halpern, and their two children.