Team Reese’s Book Club is based in Los Angeles, and we’re feeling the love from booklovers near and far following the tragic wildfires in our city. Authors including Tembi Locke, author of From Scratch, and Xochitl Gonzalez, author of Anita de Monte Laughs Last,shared some words that we're holding onto this week for hope.
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When we think of the word community, one of the first things that comes to mind is bookstores. They are hubs for comforting conversation, warm cups of coffee, and a safe space to gather when things feel uncertain. Below, you’ll find Los Angeles booklovers making a difference, organizations in need of donations, and helpful resources for those impacted by the wildfires.
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Book Lovers with Heart
Thank you to all the incredible book communities opening their doors to those in need–virtually and in person. Here are just a few we spotted this week.
Octavia's Bookshelf has been a distribution hub for those in need to gather. They are now pivoting their efforts to grief counseling, group therapy, and more.
The KidLit Community is hosting an auction for Los Angeles wildfire relief. You can bid on manuscript critiques, signed copies, virtual meetings with editors and agents (and more)!
We Need Diverse Books is providing emergency grants for writers, creatives, and publishing professionals who have been financially impacted by the LA wildfires.
Resources for those impacted by the LA wildfires as well as additional ways to donate.
LA Dream Center is an LA-based nonprofit offering support, donations, and meals to those impacted by the fires.
Altadena Girls is a donation drive started by a Pasadena 8th grader for teenagers who have been impacted by the wildfires. Learn more here.
Collins & Katz Family YMCA is collecting and providing donations to those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. They share weekly priority items needed here for the community and first responders.
Pasadena Humane is providing assistance to animals impacted by the Eaten Fire. Donations can be made here.
Watch Duty is an app providing wildfire maps and alerts.
