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Introducing MPL Book Awards
Starting November 1st, 2024 Madison Public Library is hosting a Book Awards reading program.
What are the book awards?
Book awards are a way for you to voice your vote on unique lists of books that offer a wide range of topics and encourages being adventurous in your reading!
The lists are in 6 different age groups, from pre-K to adults.
How do they work?
1) Pick a Book
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Choose which book you would like to read
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You do NOT have to read all of them
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Take a ballot for EACH book
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If you’ve already read a book on the list - awesome!
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Please fill out a ballot without having to reread it
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In the library: The brackets are an optional bonus activity
2) Read the Book
They are on display in the library!
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Prairie Bud (JK-1st), Pasque (2nd-3rd), & Bloom (4th-5th) Book List
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Adult List (Top 32 most checked out books of 2023)
3) Vote for the Book
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In the library: Use the QR code on the ballot, poster, or check the box on the ballot for a librarian to vote for you
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Click on the category link below To Vote!
4) Return the Book
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Bring the book back so others can enjoy it!
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Please return a physical BALLOT (even if you voted online)
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In April, there will be a drawing for Mad Money from EACH category of returned ballots
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Adult books ONLY will also have a drawing for most books read
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Please make sure your first and last name is on the ballot!
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5) Check out another Book
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Read another book that’s up for vote, or pick a book from our wide selection!
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Make sure to check out Libby and Hoopla for some awesome online materials!