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According to Entertainment Weekly, the author will also be on hand to answer children's questions.
The event is to take place on Monday and is hosted by US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle.
Tickets were given to a number of families with children aged 12 and under.
The writer will appear between 1.30pm and 2pm. The event will be streamed on the White House's official website.
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