Ready to show off your literary knowledge? Before you dive into the fun, here are the trivia rules and team guidelines to keep things fair and exciting! Team Rules:
Team Size: Each team can have 2-5 members. No solo players—you need at least one partner to compete!
Team Registration: Teams must register by 4:30 PM on the day of the event. You can register at the event or in advance here.
Team Names: Get creative! Your team name must be related to banned books, censorship, or literature in general. For example: The Book Bandits, Censorship Survivors, or The Banned Brigade.
No Outside Help: No phones, books, or external resources allowed during the trivia rounds. We’re relying on your knowledge, not Google! Anyone caught using a phone or other devices will face disqualification for the round.
Answer Sheets: Each team will receive an answer sheet at the start of each round. Answers must be written down and submitted to the host at the end of each round.
Rounds & Scoring: Trivia will consist of three rounds, each with ten questions.
Questions will be related to banned or challenged books, censorship history, and literary trivia.
Each question is worth 1 point. Bonus points may be awarded for particularly challenging questions!
Tiebreaker: In the event of a tie, a special tiebreaker question will be asked to determine the winner. The closest answer without going over wins.
Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.
Good Sportsmanship: Remember, this event is all about celebrating the freedom to read and having fun! Unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated.
Event Schedule:
1:00 PM: Kick off the Banned Book Fair with a wide selection of banned and challenged books available for purchase. Discover the stories that have sparked debate and conversation across generations.
2:00 PM: Join our Tales from the Cottage Book Club as they gather to discuss Lulu Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller. Don’t miss this lively conversation about the book and the themes of censorship and free expression it explores.
3:00 PM: Author Kirsten Miller will host a Book Signing & Discussion. Hear from the author of Lulu Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books and The Change as she shares insights into her writing and the importance of fighting for the freedom to read.
5:00 PM: Cap off the day with our Banned Book Trivia! Test your knowledge of banned books in a fun, interactive trivia competition with prizes.
Whether you’re passionate about books, free expression, or just looking for a great community event, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss!