Big Read 2025 Featured Events
The Big Read 2025 is back, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate stories…
Arayah WeidenOctober 27, 2025
Why A Wish in the Dark Matters—A Story to Read Today
Christina Soontornvaat’s A Wish in the Dark stands out as a novel that feels both…
Arayah WeidenOctober 13, 2025
Meet Christina Soontornvat : Engineer, Storyteller & Award-Winner
Christina Soontornvat‘s middle-grade fantasy and nonfiction have made her one of the most dynamic voices…
Arayah WeidenSeptember 29, 2025
The Quiet Power of Refusal
Why I Cheerfully Refuse Matters Right Now Leif Enger’s newest novel, I Cheerfully Refuse, is…
Arayah WeidenSeptember 15, 2025
Charting New Waters: Leif Enger and the Quiet Power of “I Cheerfully Refuse”
If you’re drawn to novels that blend lyrical prose, moral gravity, and unforgettable characters, Leif…
Arayah WeidenSeptember 1, 2025
Big Read Book Announcement
Welcome back to the NEA Big Read Lakeshore. We are so excited to announce this…
Arayah WeidenAugust 20, 2025
Making Waves: The Power of Water in Literature
Water is one of the most common symbols used in literature. However, much like how…
Haley PangbornAugust 6, 2025
Meet The 2025 Big Read Team
This year, we are excited to introduce two returning Big Read team members, as well…
Arayah WeidenJuly 16, 2025
Middle Grade Fantasy Books
Middle Grade Fantasy books are a great example of blending magic, adventure, and classic coming-of-age…
Arayah WeidenMay 21, 2025
Big Read by the Numbers: A Celebration of Stories and Community
In a world where stories have the power to unite, the Big Read program of…
bigreadlakeshoreApril 22, 2025
