Edible Books Contest

Skillman Library is hosting its annual Edible Books Contest on Friday, March 31 to celebrate the April 1 birthday of French gastronome and author Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin and April Fools’ Day. Everyone is invited to submit entries made of edible materials and relating to books—by form, literary inspiration, or subject. For example, books might have waffles or graham crackers for pages or be in the shape of a scroll. A book made of Greek pastry might be a “booklava.” Winners from past contests at Lafayette include "Banana Karenina", "Tart of Darkness", "The Pound and the Fury" and "Brittle Women." Team entries are welcome. More information and inspiration can be found on the flickr site from last year's contest or the International Edible Book Festival's website.

Even if you decide not to submit an entry, join us to vote for the People's Choice award and to help us consume the edible books.

Schedule:

10:45am: Deadline for entries to be dropped off in the Simon Room at Skillman Library
11:00am-11:45am: Public preview, photography & judging, including People’s Choice voting
12-1pm: Awarding of prizes and eating of the edible books