The National Book Awards plans to return to a live awards ceremony on November 17, for fully-vaccinated invited guests. They will use the CrowdPass app to confirm vaccination status ahead of time, and will also accept paper vaccination certificates at check-in. The National Book Foundation is also careful to note, “Should New York State protocol and health measures change, the Foundation is prepared to make whatever adjustments are necessary, including potentially shifting back to a virtual event.” And there will not be an “after party” this year. NBF executive director Ruth Dickey says in the announcement, “We are grateful for […]