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International
IMPAC Dublin Literary Award Information for libraries
Q:
Who may nominate titles for consideration?
A: Librarians of Capital and major cities worldwide may nominate up to
three novels for consideration in accordance with the rules and conditions
applicable.
Q:
Should the nominations be based on popularity of titles issued by Public
Libraries?
A: No. Titles should be nominated solely on the basis of "high literary
merit".
Q:
How do I nominate?
A: Nomination is by invitation. Chief Librarians who are interested in
nominating should contact the Dublin City Public Libraries Award Office
for details including official nomination forms.
Q:
What is the final date for receipt of nominations for the 2002 Award?
A: The nominations are due in the Dublin City Public Library Award Office
on the 16 July 2001. This time-frame is to allow for: contact with the
publishers worldwide · receipt of titles · checking eligibility of titles
nominated · cataloguing and database development prior to the judging
process. Librarians are asked to cooperate in respect of early nomination.
Q:
Is there a list of libraries which nominated titles for the 2002 Award?
A: You may read the full list of participating libraries for 2002 here.
The nominating libraries for previous years are listed in the Award Archive.
Q:
Are nominations accepted from sources other than libraries?
A: No. Nominations are only accepted from libraries which submit titles
for consideration on the official nomination form. The form must be signed
by the Chief Librarian and contain necessary contact details for verification.
Q:
Who manages the nomination process and liaison with publishers?
A: Dublin City Public Libraries manages the entire process of nomination
which involves over one hundred public libraries in a unique international
library cooperative effort. It also liaises with publishers of nominated
works who provide copies for the judging process as a requirement of eligibility.
The process is managed by Dublin City Librarian, Deirdre Ellis-King. Clare
Hogan, Senior Librarian is assigned to the Library Literary Office on
a full-time basis and will be happy to deal with all enquiries.
Q:
Are further nominations welcome?
A: Yes. Interested Chief Librarians or their designated staff should contact
the Library Literary Award Office, Dublin City Public Libraries, Cumberland
House, Fenian Street, Dublin 2, Ireland. Tel: +353 1 6644800. Fax: +353
1 6761628. E-mail: dubaward@iol.ie
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