Human Book Application

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We could not have a Human Library without the Human Books! As a Human Book, you are not just a storyteller per se that shares in one direction. This is about having an interactive conversation that engages two people - the Human Book and the "Reader."

We are looking for volunteers to be a Human Book that can have respectful conversation with members of the public. Applying to become a Human Book does not guarantee a spot on the Book Shelf. We will need to ensure we have a wide variety of books without too much duplication.

UPDATE: The Human Library event has been cancelled.

Human Books will need to:

Fill out the application form below.
On the day of the event, arrive at 10:00am for the Human Book Orientation meeting and be available for public "readings" through the end of the event at 3:00pm. (Please do not leave early.)
Email two photos that we can use for promoting your book: (1) head shot photo of you, (2) a photo or image that represents your topic. Send high resolution images, if possible. Email the photos ASAP to eric.leocadio@gocatalyst.org.
Commit to authentic and respectful dialogue about your topic with your readers without self-promotion or proselytizing.

For examples of past human books and their book titles, click here to see our Human Library event in Long Beach that we did several years ago.

Name

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

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Phone

Your phone number will not be shared with anyone.

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Tentative Human Book Title

What would be the book title of your life? Or the part of your life that you want to share with others.

Tentative Human Book Description

Write a brief and compelling description of you as a human book. Capture the interest of potential "readers" to choose your book to read.

Overcoming Stereotypes

Are there any particular stereotypes about you or what you do that you would like to help overcome?

Commitment

I agree to share authentically and respectfully about my topic without self-promotion or proselytizing.

Human Book Orientation

I understand that I will need to attend the Human Book Orientation on the day of the event at 10:00am, and stay until the end at 3:00pm.