BELLINGHAM, WA – (KGMI.com) Western Washington University is hosting their 21st Annual Children’s Literature Conference.

The conference brings four award-winning authors and illustrators to WWU for a day of celebration for children’s and young adult literature.

This year’s conference features David Bowles, E.B. Lewis, Dashka Slater and Jillian Tamaki as speakers.

Presentations from the authors and illustrators, a panel Q and A, autographs and book sales will happen during the conference.

The event takes place Saturday, Feb. 17 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at WWU’s Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are on sale for $199 with an early bird special that knocks $50 off available through Jan. 31.

Discounts are available to students, retired teachers, paraprofessionals and WWU employees.

For more information about presenters and to register for the event, visit the CLC’s website.