2026 Call for Essays

Essay Information
NOTE: Please create your own unique title and try to avoid simply repeating the topic heading. For example essays under the “Someone I Admire” topic in previous years' books included “Luck Supports the Brave", "A Parent's Strength", and "One of a Kind."

All submissions should be written in the student's words only.
Title of Essay*
Essay Topic Area*
Author's Name*

FIRST NameMiddle NameLAST Name(s)
Attach Essay, Including a Brief Bio*

Submissions should be no longer than 475 words.
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Contact Information

Please provide your program or organization's shipping address. Your copy of the book will be delivered to your teacher.
Tutor/Teacher Name*

First NameLast Name
Tutor/Teacher Email Address*
Tutor/Teacher Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Name of ABE, Literacy, ESOL, or Family Literacy Program or Organization*
Address of Program or Organization (to which the essay book will be sent)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Student Email Address
Student Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
I want my name to be published with my essay.*

Yes, I want my name to appear next to my essay.No, I want to appear as an anonymous author.
I understand that by submitting this form, I give permission to have my essay and mini biography published.*

I agree.I do not agree.
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Essay Information