RWA Flooded Communities Book Appeal

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

Flood victims in our thoughts

At the time of writing this, 75% of Queensland has been declared a disaster zone. It's absolutely horrible what is happening. It's heartbreaking to watch the news reports.

We want to send our thoughts to all those affected by the disaster floods. We are also sending our thoughts to any of our Dark Siders who are in Queensland. Sending our love your way.

The Queensland government has set up a Flood Relief Appeal and the RSPCA is collecting for the animal victims of the flood. If you are able, please think about giving.

There is also some flooding in NSW, and WA has had some fires. So Australia is on edge at the moment.

We bid everyone to be safe, no matter where you are.

~Dark Siders