Book Launch: EON by Cybèle Young

Join author and artist Cybèle Young to celebrate the launch of EON, a playful and touching picture book about a tiny tardigrade and the curious kid who does her most-est to make this microscopic superhero a home. From a Governor General Literary Award-winning illustrator comes a poignant picture book about the tiniest pet imaginable, featuring incredible paper artwork and a beautiful foldout page. Featuring intricate paper sculptures by Young and cut-paper artwork by Nell Jocelyn, the book explores care, connection and the importance of letting go.
You’ll also have the opportunity to visit , Young’s newest exhibition at the Koffler Gallery, featuring kinetic paper machines brought to life through movement, light and sound.
Enjoy an evening of conversation and celebration, with remarks by the artist, book sales and a cash bar.

About Cybèle Young
Cybèle Young is an internationally acclaimed artist best known for her intricate paper sculptures. Among numerous awards, she won the 2011 Governor General's Award for Illustration, Canada's most prestigious literary prize, for Ten Birds, the first book she both wrote and illustrated. She is currently represented by galleries in New York, Calgary and Vancouver.