The National Book Foundation announced that LeVar Burton will host the 2023 National Book Awards ceremony in NYC on November 15. He replaces Drew Barrymore, whose invitation was rescinded when she resumed filming her show during the WGA strike. “LeVar Burton has introduced multiple generations of young people to the joys of reading, and is a fearless advocate for book access, especially amidst the alarming rise in book banning across the country,” David Steinberger, chair of the board of directors of the National Book Foundation, said in the announcement. “We are delighted to welcome LeVar back onto the National Book […]
