Virtual Author Talk: Katherine Rundell

Katherine Rundell’s award‑winning Impossible Creatures quickly became one of the most popular fantasy books of the 2020s. Now you can join an online event with the author to hear about the sequel, The Poisoned King, and ask questions about Christopher and Anya’s adventures. In the new story, Christopher wakes to find a dragon chewing on his sleeve—his exciting summons back to the Archipelago, the hidden islands where mythical creatures still live. But danger is growing there, and a strange poison is spreading across the land. To stop it, Christopher and Anya must take on a daring rescue mission, sneak into a dragon’s lair, and attempt a risky plan to save a prisoner trapped in a castle. At the center of it all is Anya, a determined girl with a flock of birds at her side and a fierce sense of justice. The Poisoned King is filled with magic, danger, and revenge, brought to life with fifty illustrations, including a map and a guide to the creatures of the Archipelago. ---The Santa Clara County Library District is proud to present a free virtual author‑talk series featuring bestselling, award‑winning, and acclaimed writers from around the world, offering live Q&A sessions two to three times a month. Event links are sent about 24 hours in advance (or upon late registration), recordings are available for a limited time, and a full list of upcoming programs can be found here. ---For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+ days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@lib.sccgov.org.