Minnesota Book Awards Author Event Program
From the
Minnesota Book Awards Coordinator
The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library
The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library is delighted to announce a new Minnesota Book Awards initiative made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education - Office of State Library Services. Effective immediately, Minnesota libraries and affiliated nonprofit library organizations are invited to apply for funding to host an author event or series featuring Minnesota Book Awards winners or finalists.
A total of $5,000 is available for author events occurring between September 1, 2007 and April 30, 2008. The maximum that may be requested for funding reimbursement by any one library or affiliated organization during this funding period is $500.
To apply, fill out the application form in pdf or word doc and return it by e-mail, fax, or mail. Applications are currently being accepted, and requests will be approved for organizations meeting all stated requirements on a first-come, first-serve basis. Review of applications will begin Friday, August 17, 2007. Interested organizations are encouraged to apply early!
To learn more about the Minnesota Book Awards Author Event Program click here. Organizations are encouraged to feature finalists or winners from the most recent Book Awards, although this isn't a requirement. A complete listing of winners and finalists from throughout the Book Awards' 19 year history is available on The Friends website.