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NEA Big Read Lakeshore

We believe reading matters.

“Our mission is to foster a culture where reading matters in Ottawa, Allegan, and Muskegon counties.”

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Big Read Book Announcement

August 20, 2025
Welcome back to the NEA Big Read Lakeshore. We are so excited to announce this…
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Making Waves: The Power of Water in Literature

August 6, 2025
Water is one of the most common symbols used in literature. However, much like how…
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Meet The 2025 Big Read Team

July 16, 2025
This year, we are excited to introduce two returning Big Read team members, as well…
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Middle Grade Fantasy Books

May 21, 2025
Middle Grade Fantasy books are a great example of blending magic, adventure, and classic coming-of-age…
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Redemption and Compassion: How Kindness Saved a Soul

April 28, 2025
Les Misérables by Victor Hugo follows Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for 19 years for…
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Big Read by the Numbers: A Celebration of Stories and Community

April 22, 2025
In a world where stories have the power to unite, the Big Read program of…

Ways to Get Involved

Read the book

Our book's topics and themes are timely and relevant.

Attend our events

Our events offer a variety of perspectives, experiences, and angles on the book.

Interact with others

Our goal is that you listen and learn from others as well as sharing your own ideas and experiences.

Respond

Our community becomes stronger when you make positive changes in response to your interactions with the book.

Who is the NEA Big Read Lakeshore for?

Readers of all ages along the Lakeshore

Book clubs

P-12 students

College/University students

Teachers

Professors

Librarians

Library patrons

Senior citizens

Workplaces

Families