The Winter Institute’s signature Author Reception will be held in the Westin Seattle’s Grand Ballroom. Through the generosity of ABA’s Wi9 Publisher Sponsors, more than 50 authors and illustrators will be on hand to chat with booksellers and to autograph their new and forthcoming titles. The American Booksellers Foundation For Free Expression (ABFFE) will also be hosting a silent auction of art from many beloved children’s illustrators. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.