Eleanor Grosch and Bella Pilar contributed artwork to the 19th Annual Children's Book Art Silent Auction, part of BookExpo America at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. All proceeds from the auction support efforts opposing the censorship of children's books and authors, including The Kids' Right to Read Project, Banned Books Week and the ongoing legal efforts working on behalf of children’s books and authors nationwide.
The auction takes place on Wednesday, May 29th from 5:30 to 7:30pm in the River Pavilion of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The art can be previewed online with some of the pieces available for bidding prior to BookExpo America as part of a special online auction, opening Saturday, May 18th at 9am and closing Friday, May 24th at 9pm.