Day: February 8, 2026

Have you always wanted to host an author or illustrator at your library but didn’t have the budget?  Then consider applying for the for the 2026 Maureen Hayes Author/Illustrator Award! Author or Illustrator visits provide the opportunity for your library to engage children by bringing nationally recognized authors and illustrators into your community.  Established with generous funding from Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, this prestigious award honors the legacy of Maureen Hayes, a passionate advocate for children’s literature. This award is designed to foster meaningful interactions between children and prominent authors illustrators, promoting a love for children’s literature. The award offers up to $4,000 in funding for libraries to host a visit from a nationally recognized author or illustrator. Don’t miss this rare chance to bring talented individuals into your library for an unforgettable experience that will inspire young readers and artists. The award covers only the honorarium and travel expenses to and from the…
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… education – in the classroom and in the community. Published: Feb 8, 2026, 1:34 PM. By ENOLA G. MOSLEY, Ed.D. English Dept., Statesboro High School.

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