2026 Edible Book Contest

Join us in celebrating National Library Week by participating in the 2026 Edible Book Contest! This contest aims to celebrate books, art, food, and culture and is open to ALL youth in grades K-12 that attend school and/or reside in St. John the Baptist Parish.

Contest Rules:

• 1. Entries must be made from edible materials only.
• 2. Each creation must represent a fictional or nonfiction literary work. Edible books may take the shape of a book, depict a character or scene, reproduce a book cover, or creatively interpret a book or title.
• 3. All entries must be family-friendly. Judges may dismiss any entry deemed inappropriate or offensive.
• 4. A photo of the book cover must accompany each entry.
• 5. Participants are encouraged to choose a book that brings them joy, in celebration of National Library Week’s theme, Find Your Joy.

Awards:

• Best in Show - This edible book has it all: creativity, polish, and flare.
• Funniest/Punniest - The edible book entry will most likely put a smile on your face! Clever, humorous, or super-silly, it makes your stomach roar with laughter and rumbles with delight.
• People’s Choice - The general public will vote on their favorite edible book
• Find Your Joy Award - For the edible creation that best reflects happiness, positivity, and joyful storytelling

Registration:

The deadline to register for this contest is THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026! 4-H members and youth not involved in 4-H can participate in this contest. Use the following link to register: https://tinyurl.com/2rkjdnjf

Entries must be submitted on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library (Reserve Branch) between 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Should you have any comments or questions, contact the St. John 4-H Office at 985-497-3261 or by email at XBell@agcenter.lsu.edu.