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Following the 2019 spring season, NBF Presents—a national program that provides access to some of our country’s most renowned writers … Con
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In 39 sites across 22 states, the National Book Foundation’s Book Rich Environments program will surpass one million books donated … Continue
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The National Book Foundation recognizes WePAC and two honorable mentions with a total of $13,000 in prize money to support innovative literary work.
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Second year of "Notes from the Reading Life" series coming to NYC libraries - The 2019 season will bring Brian Lehrer, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Sonia
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We are now accepting entries for the 2018 National Book Awards. Deadline for submission is May 16 (midnight, PT). No late submissions will be accepted
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More than 30 acclaimed authors will appear across the nation as part of the second season of NBF Presents
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A selection of photos from the 2018 5 Under 35 celebration, honoring the debut fiction writers Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah (Friday … Continue read
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The 69th National Book Awards, hosted by Nick Offerman, were streamed live from New York City on November 14, 2018. … Continue reading "Watch t
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Every year on the night before the National Book Awards, all of the Finalists gather at the New School to … Continue reading "Watch the 2018 Na