What is National Author’s Day 2024?
National Author’s Day is celebrated on November 1st each year to honor the contributions of authors worldwide. Whether it’s through novels, poems, essays, or academic works, authors play an important role in shaping our culture, educating readers, and providing entertainment.
Authors have a unique ability to transport us to new worlds, introduce us to fresh ideas, and challenge our beliefs. Their contributions span across fiction, non-fiction, science, philosophy, and countless other fields. National Author’s Day gives readers a chance to express their gratitude to these creative minds, whose work impacts lives in more ways than one.
Why National Author’s Day Matters
Authors may not always get the spotlight that actors or musicians receive, their work is equally impactful. Books have the power to change lives, influence decisions, and provide a form of escape. National Author’s Day is important because it reminds us to appreciate the writers who have given us these gifts through their hard work, persistence, and dedication to their craft. Their work educates, informs, and brings diverse perspectives to readers. National Author’s Day provides an opportunity to celebrate not only the written word but also the writer.
Ways to Celebrate National Authors’ Day
If you are an author, or know an author, here are a few ways you can help celebrate this special day.
Invite authors to share their writing journey and inspire others.
Create a book swap event where people exchange their favorite books.
Invite children’s authors to read to young kids at schools or libraries.
Encourage students to read excerpts from their favorite books in class.
Purchase books from independent bookstores that support local authors.
Write a thank-you note to your favorite local author.
Attend local book fairs and interact with authors.
Leave positive reviews on Amazon or Goodreads.
Gift an author’s book to someone new.
Purchase signed copies of books to support the author.
Donate books to local schools or libraries.
Organize a book donation drive in your community.
Volunteer to read to children at schools or community centers.
Create a reading program for children to encourage literacy.
Establish a pen pal program between students and authors.
Start a collaborative writing project with friends or family.
Read books about writing techniques to improve your craft.
Join a local writing group for support and motivation.
Use writing prompts to spark creativity.
Celebrate National Author’s Day by publishing your own short story.
Thoughts …
As a children’s author I strive to write books that will inspire, challenge, inform and encourage children to learn more about the world around them. It doesn’t matter if you are published or unpublished. Whether you have written one book or fifty books, you should be proud of yourself. Not just today, on National Authors Day, but every day!
Let me know below – how will you celebrate National Author’s Day?
Early Alert
World Read Aloud Day is February 5th. This is one of my favorite days of the year. It is a free event and I can visit classrooms all of the United States and read my books. It is important to book early so if you are thinking about a visit please contact me as soon as possible. Learn more about World Read Aloud Day here.
With gratitude …
I am so glad you’re here. Thank you for taking the time to read this post. I am grateful that I can share my writing journey with you. It is an endless journey of learning and growing. A journey that I am enjoying.
I am now booking author visits for the spring, 2025 school year. If you are a classroom teacher, teacher assistant, Parent Teacher Association President, or After school Director I can work with you to create a visit that will meet the needs of your students. Please contact me to book your visit.
My website has been updates and it is now interactive. There are surprises everywhere. Click on the balloons and see where they take you. Can you find two writing videos? Freebies? A chocolate chip recipe? There’s even a special freebie to anyone who subscribes to my newsletter. Check out the resources for children, parents and teachers, librarians and homeschooling families.
Please consider purchasing a copy of Two Wins for Wiley or Gertie Saves the Day for gifts. The holidays are quickly approaching and books make great gifts. Books can be read over and over again. It is my wish to get as many books as I can into the hands of children. Children need to hear all kinds of stories. A book is the best gift for both children and adults!
A request …
You can really help this author by leaving a book review on Amazon or Goodreads. You can leave a review for Gertie Saves the Day here or here. Two Wins for Wiley here or here. Reviews can be as easy as 2-3 sentences. It should take about 30 seconds to leave and would make a huge difference for this author.
