The National Book Foundation will present former librarian Nancy Pearl with the 2021 Literarian Award for Outstanding Service to the American Literary Community. Washington Post book critic Ron Charles will present the award at the National Book Award ceremony on November 17. In addition to library work in cities across the country, Pearl created the One Book, One City initiative and is an author and critic. “Nancy Pearl’s energetic commitment to spreading the joy of books has truly helped build our national culture of reading,” said NBF executive director Ruth Dickey. “For decades, Nancy has worked closely with libraries, literacy organizations, […]