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Jessie Ball duPont Library

Edible Books Festival

Entry Categories

Edible Books Festival Categories

  • Literary Theme
  • Punniest
  • Best Team Entry
  • Best Entry by a Child (under 12)
  • People’s Choice (voting by the Sewanee community)

We have a Pinterest page with ideas from other Edible Book Festivals if you would like some inspiration!

Entry Guidelines

  • Entries must be dropped at the library's Main Lobby by 1 pm.
  • Individuals or Teams(max. 4 team members) may submit entries.
  • All entries must be made entirely of edible materials. No metal, cardboard, plastic, etc.
  • Entries must be inspired by a book, literary figure, book character, literary pun, or plot.
  • Please bring a copy of the book to display with your entry if you have it.
  • Creations must survive at room temperature for several hours
  • All entries will be photographed and added to duPont Library's social media platforms.
  • duPont Library reserves the right to reject any entry that is unsuitable for a family-friendly festival
  • All entries must be picked up by 5 pm on Monday, April 7 or they will be disposed of.