Tucson Festival of Books

William Joyce (he/him/his)


William Joyce is an award-winning author, illustrator, and filmmaker known for “Rise of the Guardians,” “Robots,” and “Meet the Robinsons.” He has written and illustrated over 50 books which have been translated into more than 40 languages. He created the Emmy winning series “Rolie Polie Olie.” His newest picture book, “Glitter Kittens,” continues his legacy of imagination. He lives in Shreveport, Louisiana, creating stories that inspire joy worldwide.

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Awards: Caldecott Medal


Scheduled events:
Illustrator Studio: Style & Design
In this illustrator studio, William Joyce demonstrates his process of creating a style and design that fits each book he creates. Joyce is an award-winning author, illustrator, and filmmaker known for “Rise of the Guardians,” “Robots,” and “Meet the Robinsons.” His newest picture book is "Glitter Kittens."

Education Room 437 (Seats 65, Wheelchair accessible)  View this venue on the Festival map
Sun, Mar 15, 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm
Children
Signing area: Signing Area - Children (following presentation)  View this venue on the Festival map

Panelist: William Joyce
Moderator: Ray Martens
Cat Tails: Intriguing Felines
The playful and affectionate nature of cats is the basis of these cat tales. In one, a playful cat journeys through multiple pieces of art, while in another a boy finds companionship as he searches for a lost orange balloon. The third book highlights the disdainful personality of cats who view themselves as superior to everyone else.

Education Room 353 (Seats 92, Wheelchair accessible)  View this venue on the Festival map
Sun, Mar 15, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
Children
Signing area: Signing Area - Children (following presentation)  View this venue on the Festival map

Panelists: Bruce Handy, William Joyce, Brian Lies
Moderator: Heather Carlson

Books:
Glitter Kittens
Children
Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
October 2025
ISBN 9781665959902
48 pages
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The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Children
Simon and Schuster
June 2012
ISBN 9781442457027
56 pages
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