Student Essay Contest “How a Book Changed My Life”
The How a Book Changed My Life student essay contest is sponsored by the Diamond Bar Friends of the Library and is an integral part of the annual Read Together Diamond Bar program. There are 3 $300 gift cards available.
If you’re a book lover, you’ve likely read something, fiction or non-fiction, classic or contemporary, that has left its mark on you. Now’s your chance to express your appreciation to the author with an essay in the form of a letter. In this letter, you’ll describe how the author’s work has altered your worldview or personal life. Who knows -the author may even read it! Don’t miss out on the opportunity. Winners will be announced on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 at 2 PM at the Read Together Diamond Bar closing event.
Rules:
* Open to students ages 13-18
* Entries must be 1,000 words or less
* Must be mailed or dropped off at Diamond Bar Library
* All entries become the property of LA County Library
* A completed form must accompany all essay submissions
All entries are due Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
Applications are available at the Diamond Bar Library or for download on the right.
Congratulations to our 2024 winners of the Read Together Diamond Bar student essay contest “How a Book Changed My Life”! Scroll down below for links to read the winners’ essays.
The winners are Sydney Applebaum, Lilia Dahhak, and Luz Gaspar-Lopez.
The essay contest winners with members of Diamond Bar’s AAUW (American Association of University Women.) The winners are Sydney Applebaum (4th from the left), Lilia Dahhak (6th from the left), and Luz Gaspar-Lopez (5th from the right.)