Lectures Translating the Future: Why Translated Children’s Books are Vital " 27 May (Thu) 5:30pm – 7:00pm ! Lawrence Schimel // Moderator: Lynette Morrison How can and will translation and translators play a role in shaping the next generation of children’s books and the landscape of children’s literature, particularly in a world where boundaries between countries, cultures and languages are becoming increasingly blurred? In this lecture, award-winning translator and children’s book author Lawrence Schimel will speak on the importance of translation and its increasing influence and impact in the world of publishing.
Picture Books In Our Hearts – The Components of Child Development in Picture Book Creation " 28 May (Fri) 3:00pm – 4:00pm ! Cheng Wan-Ni // Moderator:
Su Zhangkai
Why are some discussion topics in picture books so well-loved by children? This talk will analyse the elements in picture books that young children are fond of, and how this enables picture books to captivate them.
Between Illustration and Animation: Straddling Both Art Forms " 29 May (Sat) 12:30pm – 1:30pm ! Koji Yamamura // Moderator: Tomoko Shiga Hear from renowned illustrator and award-winning animator (Koji Yamamura) of Mount Head and A Country Doctor fame as he shares about how elements of character design and illustration styles play crucial roles in the storytelling process. Get an insight into the adaptation process, and uncover the differences in narrative flow between books and films. You may even get a glimpse at Koji’s illustrations in this lecture!
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