Jason Reynolds, 2024 Author
Wednesday, November 6 | 4 – 6 pm | East Columbia
Create work inspired by themes from Jason Reynolds’ books. Examples include teen joy, happiness, overcoming adversity, personal growth, and community.
Competition Categories
- Creative Writing: Short stories, or poems, one page, one-sided.
- Visual Arts: Drawings, paintings, or mixed media artworks. No longer/wider than 24in
- Digital Media: Short videos, spoken word pieces, animations, or digital collages. No longer than 90 seconds.
Submission Guidelines
- Eligibility: Open to teens aged 11-18.
- Submission Deadline: October 16, 2024
- How to Submit: Entries may be submitted to any branch or using the online form.
- Guidelines: Must be original work. No copyrighted images, copyrighted music, or AI-generated art.
Do you love Jason Reynolds and his work? Want to be a moderator at his upcoming event? We’re looking for TWO local teens to co-host a live Q&A with Jason Reynolds! To apply, submit a 2-3 minute audition video sharing the impact of Jason Reynolds work and why you would be a great moderator.
Eligibility & Submission
- Open to teens aged 11-18, residing in Howard County.
- Video length: 1-3 minutes.
- Recorded using a phone or any digital device (ensure good lighting and clear audio).
- Original content (No copyrighted music or images).
- Upload your audition video by October 11, 2024
About Bauder Book Talks
Made possible by a generous gift from Dr. Lillian Bauder, a community leader and Columbia resident. Howard County Library System presents this annual endowed author event, for under-served students in grades 6-8 attending public schools in Columbia with high percentages of African American and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) students. Authors and titles selected are high-interest and high-quality on topics of social issues, equity, and related matters. Student participants have the opportunity to hear from and engage the author and receive a copy of the author’s book. The event honors the memory of Don Bauder, late husband of Dr. Lillian Bauder and a champion of civil rights and social justice causes.
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