Join us in celebrating books, art, and culture with this creative contest where participants submit edible art projects made to resemble books, or inspired by a story or book title.

The main rule: submissions must be made of edible materials and have something to do with a book(s), in shape or concept.

Over the years, “edible books” have been made from cake, bread-sticks, chocolate, veggies, and matzo meal. We are looking for good fun and creativity, and maybe a pun, so don’t be shy!

Entry Form: Download here

Rules:

• The Jamerson Memorial Library Edible Book Contest is open to book lovers, lovers of crafting, jokesters, and those who appreciate a good cake.
• Each edible creation must depict a fictional or non-fictional literary work or character.
• All entries must be family friendly. The library reserves the right to reject any entries which are considered to be inappropriate.
• Each food creation must be at least 95% edible. Edible means: made of food or foodstuffs. The creation will be without refrigeration and on display for 3-4 hours, so it must not be made of extremely perishable ingredients.
• The creation must be on a disposable base (cardboard, plastic, etc.) and will be discarded at the end of the show if contestant does not pick up their creation by disposal time. ***Jamerson Memorial Library and any member of staff is not liable for any personal items that are brought into the library. ***
• Complete the official entry form. The entry form must be received on or before the contest deadline: Thursday, April 23, 2026. Edible creations will not be accepted until the stated drop-off date (April 23, 2026) and time (9:30 AM – 11:00 AM).
• By entering this contest, the creator of the “edible book” is giving the Jamerson Memorial Library permission to photograph and publish information on the creation and its creator on, but not limited to, the library’s website, social media platforms, library publications, and other community publications of the library’s choosing.
• Each “edible book” submission should have a physical copy or an image of the book used for the creation to be displayed on the day of the contest.
• Each entry will be judged on the following criteria: (a) Originality and Creativity; (b) Skill and Construction; (c) Visual Appeal; and (d) Tie-in with the literary work being depicted.
• Awards will be given in the following categories: Best of Show Adult Book; Best of Show Young Adult Book; Best of Show Children’s/Juvenile Book; and People’s Choice.
• Due to limited space, an individual or family may submit one “edible book” for this contest.
• Creations will be judged as presented for viewing. ***Edible books will not be judged based on photographs in the case of damage prior to drop-off. ***
• The Jamerson Memorial Library accepts no responsibility for the food safety of edible treat created for this event. Participants and patrons consume at their own risk.