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The Oklahoma Center for the Book in the Oklahoma Department of Libraries coordinates the My Favorite Book statewide writing competition for students in fourth through twelfth grades. Oklahoma students are eligible to participate in the competition. Students write a letter to the author of a favorite book, book series, short story or essay and explain how the literature or one of the characters impacted their life.

Contest Levels:
Level 1: Grades 4–6
Level 2: Grades 7–8
Level 3: Grades 9–12

Cash Prizes are awarded to the first, second, and third place winners in each level. 

First Place: $500
Second Place: $250
Third Place: $100

First place winners select their school library or public library to receive a cash prize of $1,000

The 2023-2024 winners will be posted here on April 1, 2024. The winners will be honored during an awards ceremony at the Oklahoma State Capitol on May 1, 2024.


For students younger than 18 years of age, a permission form signed by a parent or legal guardian is required.


Promotional Items

Download and print these PDFs to promote the My Favorite Book contest at your library/school or show recognition for those who entered by presenting them with a certificate! All are designed for letter-sized paper (8.5 X 11 inches).


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The Oklahoma Center for the Book (OCB) in the Oklahoma Department of Libraries is a state affiliate of the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress, and is organized to focus attention on the vital role of books and reading in our lives. The Center promotes the past, current, and future works of Oklahoma authors; promotes the literary heritage of the state; and encourages reading for pleasure by Oklahomans of all ages.


Questions? Review FAQs or email info@libraries.ok.gov.

Last Modified on Mar 01, 2024