6th Annual Book 'Em
literacy event
Saturday, October 17th, 2009
9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Dozens of authors
Free Admission
Kate Collins Middle School
1625 Ivy Street
Waynesboro, VA 22980
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Proceeds used for increasing literacy rates, decreasing
crime, and helping police solve unsolved crimes. |
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We are still signing up authors for the
2009 Book 'Em. Check back often and look at the authors appearing
pages to see who has signed up.
Authors, if you are interested in appearing at Book 'Em, please fill out the author registration form and return it. Make plans now to attend the 2009 Book 'Em Event, to be held on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 9:30AM to 4:30PM at the Kate Collins Middle School in Waynesboro, Virginia.This ground-breaking Book Fair highlighting the connection between illiteracy and high crime rates features dozens of authors who will be signing their books and giving talks on writing, the publishing industry, and other topics of interest throughout the day. We will update the site with authors attending in 2009 very soon. |
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| Books of all types and genres are included, such as historical, non-fiction, mystery, romance, suspense/thrillers, fantasy, horror, true crime, and children's books, ranging from preschool books through the teen years. | |
| Admittance to the annual book event is free. The proceeds from the sale of the books goes to organizations dedicated to increasing literacy rates, decreasing crime rates, helping police solve crimes, and raising public awareness of the link between high illiteracy rates and high crime rates. The various events have benefited the following organizations: Central Shenandoah Crime Stoppers, Friends of the Library from Waynesboro, Staunton, and Augusta County, Shenandoah Valley Reading Council, Waynesboro School District, Staunton School District, Augusta County School District and other school districts in Virginia and elsewhere. | |
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| For more information, contact Officer Mark Kearney via e-mail or phone at (540)942-6683. | |