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National Ambassador for Young People's Literature

Walter Dean Myers is the third National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, appointed by Librarian of Congress James H. Billington in January 2012. Myers will serve in the position through 2013.
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Festivals

The National Book Festival is the Library's annual celebration of books and reading. Authors from across the country entertain participants with insights into their work.

Other book festivals and literary events are held nationwide. There is probably one near you.
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Books Online and Suggested Reading Lists

Throughout Read.gov, you will find classic books for readers of all ages that have been digitized for online reading, as well as lists of suggested titles that may be obtained at your local library.

Braille Literacy

The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped makes it possible for Americans living with visual impairment to enjoy a good book, magazine and even music scores. Read More

Curious George and related characters, created by Margret and H. A. Rey, are copyrighted and trademarked by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company and used under license. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing LLLP. All Rights Reserved.

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The Library has a new campaign that promotes the value of parents reading to their children...
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Letters About Literature

Is there a book that has changed your life? Are you in grades 4-12? Write a letter to a favorite author on how his or her book affected you and you could win national recognition -- and an award for you and your school library.

• Find out more about Letters About Literature
• Read winning letters
• See also the River of Words Contest (external link)