The Longevity of Fiction

The National Book Awards have been an annual event for 59 years. And during those 59 years...fiction is the only category that has had an award recipient each and every year.

It's just one of the many little "proofs" out there in the book world that fiction not only has a place, but it has irrefutable, historical strength.

If you'd like to be part of the making of "fictional history" this is definitely your year. This year (from September 21 to October 21) you'll get the chance to help select the best of the National Book Awards in the fiction category. By placing a vote you'll also be eligible to win 2 tickets to the awards ceremony for 2009. You can get more info or place your vote at the National Book Awards website.

After the public votes on the best of the best of the National Book Awards winners of past years...the final winner will be announced on November 18th, 2009 in New York City at the 60th National Book Awards ceremony.

So do your part in making fictional history and look into the National Book Awards' "Best of the National Book Awards Fiction" contest. We'll be placing our votes!