Michigan Center for the Book
- What is the Center for the Book?
The Michigan Center for the Book is the Michigan affiliate of the National Center for the Book at the Library of Congress. Our mission is to promote an awareness of books, reading, literacy, authors and Michigan's rich literary heritage. The Center draws from the Library of Michigan and its affiliate institutions to encourage and produce local and statewide programs and resources that promote the culture of books. Affiliates join to invest in local and statewide library services. See what our affiliates think about membership and "How is the Center for the Book organized?" for an application, bylaws, roles and board members or contact Tim Gleisner at gleisnert@michigan.gov or 517-335-8389 for more information. - How is the Center for the Book organized?
Activities
- Activities
The MCFB has various programs to promote literacy and reading.
Author Visits - How To and Collaboration
- Author Visits - How To
Want to begin author visits to your area? Here are some tips.
Grants
- Grants
The MCFB annual grant program is intended to assist libraries, nonprofits or schools to have free, public events that enhance or complement our mission to promote an awareness of books, reading, literacy, authors and Michigan's rich literary heritage.
Michigan Authors and Illustrators Database
- Michigan Authors and Illustrators
Find out about Michigan authors of non-fiction, poetry, mysteries, romance, children’s books and much more. You can find authors for presentations and visits and identify books by Michigan authors for school or library collection development.
Michigan Book Lists
- Book Lists
The MCFB encourages interest in Michigan books and authors. Read for yourself! The following lists of titles and authors may help you with your Michigan selections.
Michigan Author Award
- 2021 Michigan Author Award Nomination Form
Nominate your favorite Michigan author for the 2021 Michigan Author Award. Nominations are accepted from February 2021 through May 31, 2021.
- Michigan Author Award
