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Pleasanton Author and Illustrator to Appear at Towne Center Books

Author Emily Wagner and Illustrator Diane DeCoite will appear at the book store at 7 p.m. March 15.

With the national release of “Asleep Under the Moon” launched last fall, Pleasanton children’s book author Emily Wagner will greet local patrons and other guests at an Open House and Book Signing at on Thursday, March 15. 

Joining her will be the book’s illustrator, Diane DeCoite.

The event will get underway at 7 p.m. at 555 Main Street, Pleasanton.

“Asleep Under the Moon” is a charming bedtime story about Gavin and Buddy’s adventures at the beach in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Wagner introduces young readers to the magic of nighttime and sleeping under the stars.

Children and parents alike will love reading along as Buddy falls asleep under the moon and takes a trip to meet the man on the moon.

Wagner is also the author of “At the End of Every Rainbow” which also chronicles the adventures of Gavin and Buddy at the beach.

About the Author

Emily Wagner lives in Pleasanton with her husband Gary. They enjoy spending time at the beach with their grandsons Gavin and Devin. Her books area collectin of their adventures at the beach. In addition to writing children’s books, Wagner serves as the Finance Director for the City of Pleasanton.

About the Illustrator

Diane DeCoite is an accomplished artist who lives in Pleasanton with her husband Ed. She has two grown children and a grandson, Brady. She enjoys sharing her love of reading and books with them.

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