Seeking Nominations: Greenwich Reads Together

Greenwich Library is accepting suggestions for Greenwich Reads Together, the annual community-wide reading experience that engages several communities in Greenwich in exploring a single book.

In order to be selected, the book should be of literary quality, reflective of universal issues and capable of generating thought-provoking discussions. It should lend itself to engaging public programs and appeal to a diverse population. It also must be currently in print and available in large quantities and in multiple formats, including paperback, ebook, audiobook and large print. And this year, an additional criterion has been added — the author must be living.

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In 2015, nearly 20 community organizations and more than 7,200 Greenwich residents participated in events focused on the book Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche. Several community organizations participate in the program including Greenwich Library, Greenwich Arts Council, Greenwich Historical Society, Greenwich Alliance for Education, Greenwich Pen Women, Greenwich Public Schools and private schools and Friends of Greenwich Library.

Suggestions will be accepted through Jan. 29. They will be evaluated by a committee that includes library staff and community members. The chosen book will be announced later this spring. Greenwich Reads Together 2016 will take place in the fall.

Community members should log onto www.greenwichreadstogether.org to share their ideas and obtain more information.