South Bronx author/illustrator Daisy Ruiz will be coming to the Woodstock Library to talk comics, craft, and all about her graphic novel debut Gordita: Built Like This. She will be in conversation with YA Librarian Paul, and going over what it takes to make a graphic novel, as well as some sketches from Gordita. Come with questions! Limited copies of Gordita will be available for free on a first come, first serve basis.
Daisy Ruiz, better known online as @Draizys, is a Bronx-bred Illustrator, and writer. Her award-winning comic, “Gordita: Built Like This” taps into the nostalgia of the early 2000’s. Her illustrations take inspiration from her 5 year-long scene phase, East Coast Chicana upbringing, and everyday NYC living, just to name a few.
Open to teens ages 11-10
No registration/tickets required. ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org
Daisy Ruiz, better known online as @Draizys, is a Bronx-bred Illustrator, and writer. Her award-winning comic, “Gordita: Built Like This” taps into the nostalgia of the early 2000’s. Her illustrations take inspiration from her 5 year-long scene phase, East Coast Chicana upbringing, and everyday NYC living, just to name a few.
Open to teens ages 11-10
No registration/tickets required. ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org
