ABOUT BOOKMATCH TEEN
WHO
Teens in grades 9-12 who love the library, books and other media, and want to be involved in an essential library service: readers’ advisory. Readers of all interests and levels are welcome.
WHAT
Learn the art of recommending books from librarians, book selectors, publishers and authors, and offer a readers’ advisory service exclusive to teens. Represent BPL at events and select books to be added to the Library’s collection!
WHEN
Eight weekly Wednesdays in November and December for training, followed by 2-3 times a month and live book matching at BPL events through early June.
WHERE
Brooklyn Public Library's Central Library, located at 10 Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn.
HOW
The application is now closed.
WHAT ELSE
- Do something important in your community.
- Earn a stipend, volunteer hours, and resume-boosting experience.
- Make connections to careers in publishing, writing, libraries and more.
- Make new friends over books, lively discussions and food!
BookMatch Teen is made possible through the support of the Steve Nash Foundation.
Want to get a recommendation from our current class of Teen Bookmatchers?
Complete a short questionnaire and one of our BKLYN BookMatch Teens will curate a customized reading list for you!
Become a BKLYN BookMatch Teen!
The application is now closed.
Find out more
Interested? Download our BKLYN BookMatch Teen info packet here.
