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2017 Rising Lone Star Author
Billy Dawson
Billy Dawson is receiving the “Outstanding Social Impact Award“ for his best-selling children’s book, “You Never Know.“ This is a book that addresses the issue of bullying, something this country singer knows about first-hand. He has dedicated his life and music career to helping combat this ever-present and growing issue, as seen in today’s politics and schools.
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2017 Rising Lone Star Author
Jason Vilalba
Texas Representative Jason Vilalba is being honored with the “Outstanding Citizenship Award for Promoting Literacy“ for his continued dedication and out-reach across Texas and the world in promoting education, with a heavy emphasis on reading and writing.
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2024 Rising Lone Star Author
Victoria Quinn
Victoria Quinn is part of a family affected by a drunk driver, which led her to dedicate her time to supporting, and actively educating families through the community. She has spoken at seminars, and workshops, and worked one-on-one with individuals. Victoria has built awareness for families by providing educated knowledge-based programs and resources. She has written a book “Face of Deception” to reach a broader spectrum through faith, hope, and inspiration. Throughout her time of service to the community, she has had an opportunity to become a role model and mentor, guiding people with empathy and respect. Among her various commitments, Victoria has collaborated with MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) organization and with other authors. As she continues her endeavors, she feels it is important to build a stronger thriving community that benefits the people around her.
You can learn more about Victoria's books here: https://buff.ly/3QjOYWw
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2016 Lone Star Literary
Texas Book Festival
The Texas Book Festival has worked hard over the past 21 years, spotlighting reading programs and raising money for libraries across the state. They are awarded the “Outstanding Texas Non-Profit Award for Literacy”. An ever-growing and changing publishing landscape has created new ways for outreach and promotion of authors.
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2024 Lone Star Literary Extravaganza
Tulisoma is Swahili for "we read", is a community-based festival promoting literacy and the arts in the South Dallas/Fair Park area. Founded in 2003, by the late Leo V. Chaney, Jr., and Dr. Harry Robinson, President and CEO of the African American Museum, the goal of Tulisoma is to create a dynamic event tailored to engage local families, avid readers, aspiring writers, and visitors to the city. The Dallas Public Library serves as the lead partner along with many community supporters and sponsors to continue the tradition of celebrating reading and the importance of literacy. Special thanks to former Councilmember Carolyn R. Davis for her years of dedication and continued support of this event. Learn more about the programs here: https://tulisoma.org