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My Favorite Book  writing contest

Read... Write... Win!

The My Favorite Book contest has concluded for this year, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all the 4th through 12th grade students who participated by sharing their thoughtful and creative letters.

Winners will be announced in March! The 2024-2025 winners will be honored at an awards ceremony and letter reading at the Oklahoma State Capitol on May 7, 2025. This annual contest celebrates the joy of reading and gives students a unique opportunity to share how their favorite books, series, or stories have inspired them. Thank you for making this year’s contest a success!

Contest Levels:

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

Cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winners in each level:

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

First place winners will also select a school library or public library to receive a $1,000 cash prize!

Rules & Requirements

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 or school. Printables below are designed for letter-sized paper (8.5 X 11 inches).


Sponsors

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? Email info@libraries.ok.gov.

Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025