Since the DarkSiders are all members of Romance Writers of Australia, we are posting this to help those in Queensland....
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RWA Flooded Communities Book Appeal
We've all seen the devastation the recent Queensland floods have wrought and have wondered how we can help. We know that for many affected families, books will not be high on their priorities list for some time to come.But...
We also know how valuable books can be in providing time out when reality gets tough.
So…
With the aid of some wonderful volunteers, we've put together a Romance Writers of Australia Flooded Communities Book Appeal.
What we need?
FICTION BOOKS! Romance books, children's books, young adult books, genre books, whatever – either new or in sparkling condition.
Please send them to:
RWA Flooded Communities Book Appeal
PO Box 1717
Noosaville Post Office
Noosaville BC
Queensland 4566
When to send them?
Now! And any time over the next few months. The books will be boxed and delivered to the appropriate libraries/schools/neighbourhood centres/community centres in batches as soon as the communities are ready to receive them. We’ll be liaising with councils, libraries and schools to ensure this is done appropriately. Feel free to pop a note inside, or if you're an author, sign it.
Questions:
If you have a question about donations, email Jess Anastasi: Jess@jessanastasi.com
If you work in a library / council / community centre / school in a flood affected area, email Rachel Bailey: rachel@rachelbailey.com.au
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If you think anyone you know is interested in this information, please send it on.
Thank you.
~DarkSiders
Great work ladies, I have a massive box of books sitting in my garage that will now have a new home.
ReplyDeleteI've posted a link on my facebook page and will have a parcel ready to send soon.....I really like this idea, great work everyone.
ReplyDeleteCath Cowley
Thanks Wendy and Cath. Isn't it a fantastic idea. And thanks Cath for placing on facebook! :)
ReplyDeletegreat idea. The thought of all those libraries and schools losing their books! Will pass the word along.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sharon!
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