Alabama Gets Caught Reading

Alabama Gets Caught Reading is a project focused on catching famous Alabamians reading their favorite books. Whether they are at work, home, lounging in the park or on the go, notable Alabamians understand that reading is an integral part to a happy life and they are happy

to promote its benefits to young people.

With support from the Alabama Public Library Service and the Alabama Power Foundation, more than 45,000 posters are distributed to every public and school library in the state in September. Free posters sets are available, while supplies last, by emailing maiben.beard@auburn.edu or calling 334-844-4903.

Special thanks to these 2007 participants!

Alabama First Lady Patsy Riley

American Idol Taylor Hicks

Atlanta Braves Pitcher Tim Hudson

Auburn University Mascot Aubie

Gee's Bend Quilters

Hollywood Actor Ashley Crow

Olympic Silver Medalist Coby Miller

Pulitzer Prize Winner Cynthia Tucker

University of Alabama Mascot Big Al

Alabama Gets Caught Reading press release (September 1, 2007)

Alabama celebrities "caught reading" on AU Center for the Book poster (September 25, 2007)