Andrew Bannecker designs 2026 National Book Festival poster for Library of Congress
The Library of Congress has unveiled the 2026 National Book Festival poster, designed by illustrator Andrew Bannecker. Known for his vibrant, stylized illustrations combining bold colors and intricate patterns, Bannecker has worked with global brands, major media outlets, cultural institutions, and the British Royal Mail. The Kansas-born artist, whose career spans over two decades, aims for connection rather than attention through his award-winning work. His poster celebrates the transformative power of reading. A high-resolution PDF of the poster is available for download, along with past festival posters.
Key facts
- Library of Congress unveiled 2026 National Book Festival poster
- Poster designed by illustrator Andrew Bannecker
- Bannecker known for vibrant, highly stylized illustrations
- His work includes global brands, media outlets, cultural institutions, British Royal Mail
- Bannecker is Kansas-born with over two decades of career
- His goal is 'connection' not attention
- Poster celebrates transformative power of reading
- High-resolution PDF available for download
Entities
Artists
- Andrew Bannecker
Institutions
- Library of Congress
- British Royal Mail
Locations
- Kansas
- United States