Letters About Literature Writing Contest

Read. Be inspired. Write back.

For grades 7 - 12 (as of September 2010).

Write a letter to the author (dead or alive) of a book, short story, or poem that you have strong feelings about, telling the author why the writing moved you. The writer of the winning letter, as judged by Library staff, will win a $25 gift card! Pick up entry forms and guidelines at any GPL location, and submit by Saturday, August 7. For more information on the contest, visit www.lettersaboutliterature.org.