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Family Reading Night |
A statewide event that encourages families to spend quality time reading together. It is celebrated annually in Illinois on the third Thursday in November.
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Illinois Emerging Writers Competition |
The
purpose of the Illinois Emerging Writers Competition
is to promote creative writing, encourage local
writers and provide a unique opportunity and outlet
for recognizing new literary talent. Winners receive
cash prizes and have their works submitted for
review and possible publication in several Illinois
literary magazines.
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Illinois Literary
Heritage Award
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The
Illinois Literary Heritage Award was established by
the Illinois Center for the Book in 1995. The
purpose of the award is to acknowledge extraordinary
contributions to the literary heritage of Illinois
over a significant period of time.
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Letters About Literature |
A national reading contest for students sponsored by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress in cooperation with the Illinois Center for the Book and other participating state centers for the book.
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Literary Landmarks |
In the
endeavor to promote the rich literary heritage of
Illinois, the Illinois Center for the Book has
partnered with Friends Of Libraries USA (FOLUSA
--
http://www.folusa.org/) and other
organizations to dedicate Literary Landmarks in
Illinois. More... |
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Read for a Lifetime |
The first statewide reading program to target high school students. The primary goal of the program is to promote the enjoyment of reading, by encouraging students to read both classic and contemporary literature, and rewarding them for their effort.
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