The West
Virginia Library Commission, the West Virginia Center for the Book and
libraries across the state invite West Virginians to join West Virginia Reads 150, a reading
challenge that celebrates the state's 150th birthday in 2013.
The year-long
reading initiative encourages West Virginians to read 150 books during the
course of 2013, West Virginia's sesquicentennial year. The books can be in any
format, such as printed book, e-book, downloadable text, and from any source.
Books can be on any topic, fiction or non-fiction.
People can
read 150 books individually, or they can join teams to read 150 books
collectively. Libraries across West Virginia are encouraged to form teams to
compete. Teams, which can have up to 15 members, must choose a name and select
a leader to keep track of the books read by team members.
All ages
and groups can participate – friends, coworkers, book clubs, classmates,
seniors. If children are too young to read on their own, kids can have their
parents read to them. Families can apply their Summer Reading Program credits
toward their West Virginia Reads 150 tally.
The West Virginia
Library Commission is providing libraries with West Virginia Reads 150 readers'
advisories, the Good Reads web site, social media support and program ideas. Some may offer prizes or certificates.
The
program is not limited to public libraries — bookstores, school and academic
libraries, literacy organizations, youth services providers and more are
encouraged to participate in West Virginia Reads 150.
The West Virginia Library Commission
provides services to libraries across the state. It also provides a reference
library and a research service for the West Virginia Legislature and all state
employees and serves the general public.
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