Thursday, December 11, 2008

2009 Michigan Notable Books Announced The Library of Michigan today announced the 2009 Michigan Notable Books, 20 books highlighting Michigan people, places and events. Giving life to the diverse experiences of Michigan's people, this year's selection runs the gamut from novels depicting characters persevering through life's challenges, the 100th anniversary of the Model T and an historical account of a Great Lakes shipwreck, to books that capture the local flavor of Michigan's culture, tourism and recreation. "The Library of Michigan is proud to celebrate the best in Michigan literature, which represents the breadth of our state's culture and variety of our residents' experiences," State Librarian Nancy Robertson said. "This year's Michigan Notable Books provide both an opportunity to enjoy reading at its finest, and a chance to explore the wonder of Michigan's history, natural beauty and everyday life." Each year the Michigan Notable Books (MNB) list features 20 books published in the previous calendar year that are about or set in Michigan or the Great Lakes region or are written by a Michigan author. Robertson explained that selections include nonfiction and fiction and typically have a wide appeal to audiences, covering a range of topics and issues close to the hearts of citizens of Michigan. For more information about the MNB program, call 517 373-1300 or visit Michigan Notable Books. 10:56:30 AM

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