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Calling all indie authors! 🚨 Join us for the 3rd Annual Indie Author Book Fair on August 8, 2026, taking place in the heart of West Philadelphia at the 4th District Container Village, 4862–70 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131. This exciting outdoor event is close to major attractions including the Mann Center for the Performing Arts, the Philadelphia Zoo, Fairmount Park, Please Touch Museum, and Boathouse Row — making it the perfect summer destination for visitors and vendors alike.
Registration is now open! Members: $50 | Non-Members: $125 (table and chairs not included). Convenient hotel options nearby on City Avenue include Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue and Homewood Suites (4200 City Ave), Courtyard by Marriott and Residence Inn (4100 Presidential Blvd), and Philly Inn & Suites (4444 City Ave).
Join us for a powerful day of books, networking, and literary celebration — register today! 📚✨
Now Open: Jerry Craft Awards for Literary and Artistic Excellence
Literacy Nation is pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the Jerry Craft Awards for Literary and Artistic Excellence. These awards honor outstanding works that exemplify excellence in storytelling, creativity, and impact in children’s and young adult literature.
Eligible authors and illustrators are invited to submit works in accordance with the award guidelines. Submissions will be reviewed with careful attention to both literary merit and artistic achievement, as appropriate to each award category.
Please review all eligibility requirements before submitting. We look forward to celebrating exceptional contributions to literacy and the arts.
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Literacy Nation is pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the Jerry Craft Awards for Literary and Artistic Excellence. These awards honor outstanding works that exemplify excellence in storytelling, creativity, and impact in children’s and young adult literature.
Eligible authors and illustrators are invited to submit works in accordance with the award guidelines. Submissions will be reviewed with careful attention to both literary merit and artistic achievement, as appropriate to each award category. Please review all eligibility requirements before submitting. We look forward