Creative Youth Collective Fall Launch Party and Zine Making Workshop at the International Library of Young Authors in San Francisco, September 27, 2025
Hi Friends,
We’re back! Last weekend the Creative Youth Collective gathered at the International Library of Young Authors in San Francisco for our Fall Launch Party and Zine-Making Workshop. Our young authors shared glimpses of the projects they’re developing this year and librarian Jade Howe guided us through the hands-on joy of zine making. Before long, the tables were covered with fresh creations — not just from students, but from parents too! It was such a delight to watch ideas spark, pages fill, and laughter ripple through the room.
Let the Zine Making Begin!
Terrance’s first zine, How to Waste Time
Amruth’s first zine, The Smallest Things
Creative Youth Collective Shelf Unveiling at the International Library of Young Authors
June 8, 2025
This gathering carried a special resonance. Just a few months ago, all 23 of the Collective’s published titles were officially inducted into the Library’s permanent collection. Returning to that same space — now with so many new books on the horizon — felt like a beautiful full circle moment, a reminder that our authors’ voices are both rooted and reaching forward. Below are a few images from our shelf unveiling in June, all shot by photographer Karina Patel.
Librarian Jade Howe unveiling the Creative Youth Collective Bookshelf at the International Library of Young Authors on June 8, 2025
Millie reading from her brand new collection of short stories, Tuck and Henry Go To…
Leah with her first published story, Room 7
Keira with her beautiful new book of poetry, Word Waterfall
Amar with his brand new novel, The Heist
✦ Save the Date ✦
Our next celebration is just around the corner: the Creative Youth Collective Young Author Showcase at the San Mateo Public Library. Join us to hear readings from our newly published authors, followed by a reception.
Saturday, December 14
2:30 – 3:30 PM (reception to follow)
Oak Room, San Mateo Public Library 55 W 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402
We would love to see you there!
So many new books are already taking shape this year, and I can’t wait to share them with you soon. Thank you, as always, for championing these remarkable young storytellers.
With gratitude,
Kathryn