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On Monday, January 4, the Library of Congress (along with the Children’s Book Council and Every Child a Reader ) announced a new National Ambassador for Young People’s… continue reading Gene Luen Yang named National Ambassador for Young People's Literature
By written by Rachel F. January 5, 2016
Kwame Alexander’s The Crossover received the 2015 John Newbery Medal for most distinguished contribution to children’s literature, and deservingly so. The Crossover is… continue reading The Crossover: Plenty of Swagger, Lots of Praise
By written by Sarah S. September 8, 2015 36
Three Award Winners to Check Out You might ask your dentist to recommend a good toothpaste, buy a sneaker endorsed by a professional basketball player or pick a veterinarian-approved pet food for… continue reading Three Book Award Winners for Children to Check Out
By written by Sarah S. August 10, 2015
Last weekend in Chicago, a room full of children's and teen librarians erupted in cheers, gasps, and wild applause for the newest batch of books chosen for the Youth Media Awards, administered… continue reading Caldecott, Newbery, Belpre, Oh My!
By written by Sarah S. February 6, 2015
The 65th National Book Awards took place on November 19th and featured appearances by Fran Lebowitz , Steve Martin , Rudine Sims Bishop , Garrison Keillor , and many other distinctive voices of… continue reading 2014 National Book Award Winners
By written by Peter SM November 25, 2014
illustrator and author Matt Phelan from Ardmore, PA! The award was presented this month at the annual Pennsylvania Library Association Annual Conference . Matt is an illustrator and author of many… continue reading The 2014 Free Library of Philadelphia/Drexel University Children’s Literature Citation Winner Is...
By written by Peter SM October 30, 2014
Last weekend was a big one for Science Fiction & Fantasy Literature, as the Nebula Awards were announced in San Jose, CA. Philadelphia’s own Samuel R. Delany, Professor of Creative… continue reading Science Fiction Award Season!
By written by Joel N. May 20, 2014
This week, one of the most exciting and prestigious events in children’s literature took place right here in Philadelphia. The American Library Association’s Youth Media Awards are a… continue reading Youth Media Awards have been announced!
By written by Sarah S. January 28, 2014
Today marks what would have been the 84th birthday of Nobel Prize winning activist and Civil Rights Leader Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. The DREAM@50 is a tribute series that was held throughout 2012… continue reading LEAP's DREAM@50 Contest Winners
By written by Peter SM January 15, 2013 3
Free Library of Philadelphia/Drexel University Children’s Literature Citation This citation is awarded to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to literature… continue reading Free Library of Philadelphia/Drexel University Children’s Literature Citation
By written by Rachel F. October 3, 2012
April 14 th is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 26 th induction ceremony, celebrating the achievements of some of the biggest names in rock music as well as recognizing some early influences… continue reading Rock & Roll Hall of Fame - Music History at the Museum and at Your Local Library!
By written by Jeff W. April 12, 2012 2
With all the glitz and glamour that Hollywood is known for, it is easy to imagine that the Oscars have always looked like they do now with red carpets and galas and tear-soaked speeches. … continue reading Looking Back at the First Annual Academy Awards
By written by Caitlin G. February 24, 2012
Today at the American Library Association’s Midwinter Meeting in Dallas, TX, the Caldecott and Newbery Award winners and honor books were announced. The Caldecott Medal awards the artist of… continue reading Caldecott and Newbery Medals Awarded
By written by Joel N. January 23, 2012
The Street Lit Book Award Medal Committee comprises of a group of volunteer librarians and library workers from across the U.S. who work with Street Lit and its readers in public and school… continue reading 2011 Street Lit Book Award Medal Winner and Honor Books
By written by Music Department April 27, 2011 6
We're proud to announce that the Free Library has received the 2010 "Star Community Commitment to Education" EDDY Award from the Philadelphia Education Fund! We're being honored for our… continue reading Free Library Receives 2010 EDDY Award!
By written by Michelle S. November 3, 2010 1
The New York Times has just announced the 2008 winner for the Nobel Prize for Literature: Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clézio . The Free Library currently owns a limited… continue reading Nobel Laureate named for Literature
By written by Anne L. October 9, 2008 6
Romance Writers of America have just announced the winners of the 2008 RITA awards : RITA awards, named after RWA's first president, Rita Clay Estrada, are presented annually to the best… continue reading Add a little romance to your life!
By written by Music Department August 15, 2008 46