COLUMN: Meet the author: Roland Smith comes to Owen County Public Library on Nov. 4th

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Owen County Public Library! Readers of all ages are invited to join us on November 4th for a special visit from the New York Times bestselling author Roland Smith.

If you have ever dreamed of exploring the Amazon rainforest, surviving an incredible adventure, or meeting the author behind some of your favorite action-packed books, this is an event you will not want to miss!

Roland Smith is the author of “The Wildes: The Amazon” and “Thunder Cave,” along with numerous other popular novels for young readers. His books take readers on thrilling journeys filled with adventure, wildlife, mystery, and unforgettable characters.

Both “The Wildes: The Amazon” and “Thunder Cave” are available to check out at the Owen County Public Library and digitally through Libby, making it easy to read them before the event.

The Read-n-Feed experience will bring the pages of both “The Wildes: The Amazon” and “Thunder Cave” to life with specially themed rooms designed around each book. Visitors can explore the Amazon-themed room inspired by “The Wildes” and step into the African Savanna of “Thunder Cave” through interactive activities, games, special themed snacks, and other book-inspired experiences. Each Read-n-Feed room is designed to make readers feel as though they have stepped directly into the adventures Roland Smith created. Whether exploring the Amazon or facing the mysteries and dangers of Thunder Cave, visitors will have the chance to experience the stories in a whole new way.

But the excitement does not stop there. Roland Smith will be giving a special presentation in the evening, giving the community an opportunity to hear directly from the author, learn more about his books and adventures, and ask questions. The Read-n-Feed rooms will also be open for visitors to explore and experience throughout the event.

The Read-n-Feed program is designed to encourage young people to discover the excitement of reading while connecting books to real-world experiences. For the full Read-n-Feed experience, readers are encouraged to read “The Wildes: The Amazon” and/or “Thunder Cave” before November 4th. Knowing the characters, adventures, and details of the stories will make exploring the themed rooms and meeting Roland Smith even more exciting. Instead of simply reading about an adventure, individuals get the chance to step inside the story and experience it for themselves.

Whether you are already a huge Roland Smith fan or have never read one of his books, this is the perfect opportunity to discover a new favorite author.

Mark your calendar for November 4th and get ready for an adventure!

Roland Smith is coming to the Owen County Public Library, and you won’t want to miss the adventure!