Established in 2003, the All Iowa Reads program is one of the first projects to be provided by the Iowa Center for the Book.
The purpose of All Iowa Reads is to foster a sense of unity through reading. We encourage Iowans statewide to come together in their communities to read and talk about a single book title in the same year. Libraries, book clubs, schools and other local organizations are encouraged to sponsor discussions of the title. Please use this site for information as you read and study the book. We offer a wealth of materials including book reviews, discussion questions, author bios, and publicity materials to help you prepare successful discussions.
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2020 Adult All Iowa Reads
Adults
The Mothers
by Brit Bennett
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2020 Teen All Iowa Reads
Ages 12-18
Hey, Kiddo
by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
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2020 Kids All Iowa Reads
Ages 8-12
The Parker Inheritance
by Varian Johnson
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2020 All Iowa Reads Author Presentations Webinar Jan. 30
Thursday, Jan. 30 from 10:00 a.m. to noon
Join us for an extra-special webinar with the authors of all three 2020 All Iowa Reads selections. Each author will discuss their work and answer your questions. You’ll also learn about the history of the All Iowa Reads program and get an overview of the resources available from the State Library to support All Iowa Reads events at your library.
Register for Author Presentations Jan. 30
2020 All Iowa Reads: Exploring the Shortlists Webinar Feb. 6
Thursday, Feb. 6 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
This webinar will introduce you to the 2020 All Iowa Reads shortlists. You'll hear booktalks and read-alike selections for the books on the adult, teen, and kids shortlists and get ideas for ways you can spotlight them in your library and your community. Attendees will also hear about the selection process for titles for All Iowa Reads and get tips on how to run book discussion groups at their libraries. Bring your stories of book club successes to share with the group in chat!
Register for Exploring the Shortlists Feb. 6
Past All Iowa Reads Selections