Book Bonanza taking center stage

The lineup is set for the Book Bonanza "On Stage" presentation, which will be held in conjunction with the Book Bonanza on Oct. 6.

The bonanza brings together some of the top illustrators, authors and publishers from around Alaska. As part of the Book Bonanza, a special lineup of presenters will be appearing on center stage during the event.

Pam Flowers will talk about her new book, "Alone Across the Arctic," at 11 a.m. The half-hour interview session allows people to ask her questions about her book, and focuses on writing in general. She is followed on stage by Squeaker 'D' Clown.

At noon, the awards for the poetry contest will be given out, and a poetry reading will be offered.

Dusty Sourdough brings his storytelling magic to the stage at 1 p.m. For an hour, he will spin a few yarns about life in Alaska.

The final event of the day is a "Folks Tale," which is a set of songs and stories presented by the Alaska Theater of Youth.

Door prizes -- git certificates for Cottonwood Creek Mall merchants -- will be given out throughout the Book Bonanza, and a number of authors will be signing books.