About the Hudson Childrens’ Book Festival
The Hudson Children’s Book Festival, established in 2009, is held each year in the historic city of Hudson, NY, and strives to create, nurture, and sustain a culture of literacy in partnership with our community and schools. This free, public event fosters a love of reading as families meet and greet world-class creators of books for children of all ages.
Our 14th Annual Hudson Children’s Book Festival set for May 3rd 2025!
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2024 Poster!
Our 2024 poster is now available — click to view/download.
Support the Festival!
You can donate to the festival from our Donate Button! Thank you for your support!
Fun Facts
Did You Know?
The Hudson Children’s Book Festival is one of the biggest book festivals in New York State!
Listen to our Festival Song!
Junior High School music teacher, Marylou Knull and a group of talented Jr/Sr High students wrote the lyrics and music for the official Hudson Children’s Book Festival song, Inside a Book, and recorded it at Henry Hirsch’s Waterfront Recording Studio! Click the link to listen!
This Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to the Hudson Children’s Book Festival!
As a 501(c)3 charity, our work is made possible through our generous sponsors and supporters like you! Your donation will directly support our programming and mission to support and nurture a culture of literacy in Hudson and the surrounding areas. Thank you so much for your support!
Use the link in our bio to donate today!
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November is Family Literacy Month!
Check out the resources from the National Center for Families Learning on ways to support literacy at home.
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NCFL Family Engagement Activities | National Center for Families Learning | Learning Materials
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These activities are designed to be playful interactions between adults and children that also support the child’s learning and development.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Bruce Degen. He was a part of the Hudson Children’s Book Festival many years ago and we loved having him at our event. Our condolences go out to all who knew and loved him.
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I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. A truly wonderful and talented man.
Rest in Peace, Bruce
I’m so sorry to hear this sad news! His books will live on forever as he has been such an amazing author/illustrator. Thank you, Bruce. Stephanie Melanie
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Planning has begun for our 2025 event!
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Stay tuned for some important announcements regarding the festival!
Do you include YA authors in this or is it mostly for younger audiences?
Is there an application process? I had a new picture book release a few weeks ago. 🎶
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Take a trip to Chappaqua today to see over 150 children’s authors and illustrators!We are so ready to see you at 10am! ... See MoreSee Less
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Florence Minor. She was a bright light in the literary world and participated in the HCBF for many years. Our hearts go out to her husband and family during this difficult time. ... See MoreSee Less
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Rest in peace ❤️
So sorry to hear this! 💕
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Wave Farm | Live from the Hudson Area Library: Hudson Children�s Book Festival
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HCBF Author/Illustrator John Patrick Green was at MCSES on Friday for three assemblies! He talked about how he began drawing in 4th grade and turned it into a career! All 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders received signed copies of his book "Agents of S.U.I.T.", courtesy of the Hudson Literacy Fund. We love to showcase authors! #books #literacy #graphicnovels ... See MoreSee Less
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