12pm
We’re thrilled to welcome Vincent D’Onofrio to our Seaport McNally Jackson on Saturday, May13th, at noon. Vincent will be launching his new children’s book, Pigs Can’t Look Up, illustrated by Shelly Cunningham (Cameron Kids/Abrams Books). Vincent will read, sign, and share the inspiration behind Pigs Can’t Look Up. Perfect for kids 5 to 10, but wonderful for all ages. Hosted by Yvonne Brooks. No RSVP required.
In this endearing picture book, a little girl forges a bond with a pig on her family’s farm, taking note of the unfair truth that because their bodies evolved to forage for food on the ground, pigs can’t look up. Inspired by empathy, the little girl determines and plots to hoist the pig up to see the stars, and in doing so, sees herself. Vincent D’Onofrio’s poetic text morphs into a beautiful story of friendship and kindness in this bold and graphic picture book.
Vincent D’Onofrio is a world-renowned actor, producer, writer, and director whose credits include Full Metal Jacket, Jurassic World, and Law & Order: Criminal Intent. He won a Saturn Award for his role in Men in Black, and is the author of Mutha: Stuff and Things (Cameron Books/Abrams Books).
Shelly Cunningham, the illustrator of Pigs Can't Look Up, is a mixed-media artist. This is her debut picture book. She lives in Portland, Oregon.