“Most Popular Poet in America” to Share New Book Musical Tables Gaithersburg, Md. – January 4, 2024 – In celebration of its 15th year, the Gaithersburg Book Festival will host former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins for a special event… Continue Reading
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MoCo High School Students Invited to Design Gaithersburg Book Festival 15th Anniversary Program Cover
Contest Winner’s Original Artwork to be Featured on Program Distributed to Attendees and 100+ Featured Authors at May 18 Festival Gaithersburg, Md. – October 23, 2023 – The Gaithersburg Book Festival is marking its 15th anniversary with an art contest… Continue Reading
Gaithersburg Book Festival’s Annual High School Poetry Contest Calls on Students to Envision a Better Future
Winning poet to be awarded $250 prize at 2024 Festival on May 18 Gaithersburg, Md. – September 13, 2023 – The Gaithersburg Book Festival is proud to announce its annual high school poetry contest is now open for submissions. This… Continue Reading
Beatrix Maynard Wins Top Prize in 2023 Gaithersburg Book Festival High School Poetry Contest
GAITHERSBURG, MD. – May 24, 2023 – Beatrix Maynard, a sophomore at Annapolis High School and an Edgewater, Md., resident, was awarded first prize in the 2023 Gaithersburg Book Festival poetry contest for high school students for her poem “See… Continue Reading
Gaithersburg Book Festival Brings Together Top Children’s Authors and Fun Activities to Inspire Love of Reading and Writing
Festival Also Features Free Interactive Workshops on May 20 Gaithersburg, Md. – April 13, 2023 – Literature will come to life for children of all ages on Saturday, May 20, 2023, as the Gaithersburg Book Festival brings together a variety… Continue Reading
Free Workshops for Children and Teens Led by Top Authors and Illustrators Featured at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on May 20
Journaling, Poetry, Collaborative Storytelling and College Essays Among Workshops to be Featured in the Children’s Graphic Novels and Workshops Tent Gaithersburg, Md. – April 13, 2023 – The Gaithersburg Book Festival is providing children of all ages opportunities to explore… Continue Reading