So, we’ve had our first snowfall. And hipsters have started to post selfies featuring tacky yuletide sweaters. But the festive season will only begin for book-lovers aged 2-12 with Small Print Toronto’s annual Holiday Showcase.

This year’s showcase will feature the authors of many of the fall’s most acclaimed titles for young readers - all from esteemed Canadian publisher Tundra Books:

Between 1-3 pm, creators Julie Kraulis, Kyo Maclear, and Cybéle Young will read and conduct cool crafts for readers aged 2-8.

Between 3-4 pm, authors Natale Ghent, Marthe Jocelyn, and Richard Scrimger will deliver presentations and run activities for the 8-12 set.

Throughout the day, readers of all ages can take part in a giant comic book jam.

Since few gifts give as much long-lasting joy as a signed book, TYPE Books will make all of the featured titles - Millhouse by Natale Ghent, Viminy Croww's Comic Book by Marthe Jocelyn & Richard Scimger, An Armadillo in Paris by Julie Kraulis, Julia, Child by Kyo Maclear and Nancy Knows by Cybele Young - available for purchase at the event.

Space is limited. Get your free tickets early at www.smallprinttoronto.org