The seventh annual “Articles Only” Literature exhibit will be held January 17-19, 2025 at the Sarasota National Stamp Exhibition in Sarasota, Florida. Cosponsored with Writers Unit 30, this literature exhibit, pioneered in Sarasota, will be open only to articles of less than 8,000 words. This is one of only three opportunities for literature exhibitors; GASS and CHICAGOPEX are the other two. What makes the Sarasota event unique is that is open to articles only and can be equated to a one frame philatelic exhibit for literature. This exhibit is intended to recognize the hundreds of authors of philatelic journal articles who each year contribute to the hobby with new information for collectors, exhibitors and researchers. Authors of short articles are encouraged to participate. Those wishing to take part in the exhibit are advised to send entries in quickly, since space is limited. The Sarasota Expo will be held at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

All submissions will be electronic, posted on the show’s web site and available immediately to all, including the APS accredited judging panel. This year’s judging panel includes Akthem Al-Manaseer as Chief Judge along with John Hotchner and Patrick Walters. Entrants are encouraged to consult the revised Manual for Literature Exhibiting & Judging posted on the APS web site. The literature exhibit’s co-sponsor, Writers Unit 30, is the society of philatelic authors and editors.

Journal editors and authors are encouraged to submit entries for the show no later than December 1, 2024, though earlier registration is recommended. A complete prospectus and entry form are available on the show’s website: www.sarasotastampclub.com.

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