MLA Merch Design Contest 

Calling all artists, designers, doodlers, and creative library people! MLA is looking for original designs inspired by books, reading, libraries, intellectual freedom, banned books, or library life to feature on merchandise in the MLA Store.

There’s no fee to enter, and you can submit up to five designs. MLA will select semifinalists for members to vote on, with up to two winning designs becoming part of the MLA Store collection. Winners will receive a Bonfire gift card, a free shirt featuring their design, and bragging rights.

Submit your design by October 22, 2026. View the contest guidelines and submit your design at milibraries.slideroom.com.

Questions? Contact Amber Sheerin at [email protected].

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