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Amplify Your Reach. Inspire Young Readers. Support Literacy.

Each year, we honor and showcase the work of Black authors from the U.S., connecting their powerful stories with thousands of students across South Africa—all without the need to travel. This year, your participation will help provide essential supplies and further develop our literacy lab, creating more opportunities for students to learn and grow.

EMPOWER

Ignite the literary passions of over 3,000 students across South Africa with your storytelling.

INSPIRE

Transform educational experiences by contributing your narratives to classrooms and learning labs.

CONNECT

Join a community of pioneering Black authors and educators in a celebration of cultural and literary exchange.

12K

BOOKS SHIPPED TO SOUTH AFRICA

500

POUNDS OF SCHOOL SUPPLIES

54

BLACK AUTHORS AND EDUCATOR 

4k+

SA STUDENTS DIRECTLY IMPACTED

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International Authors' Spotlight Package

$250 

​​​​International Exposure

Reach over 3,000 students across South Africa

 

Book Video Feature- Content Creation

A 15- to 30-second video of your book being shared

 

Book Engagement Photos

Photos of students interacting with your book

 

Social Media Buzz

Get shout-outs across our platforms

 

Year of Visibility

Your poster displayed in a SA learning lab for a year.

 

International Author Certificate

A certificate recognizing your contributions 

 

Digital Keepsake

A digital  copy of your poster 

 

Permanent Placement

Your book permanently placed in a school’s learning lab as an educational resource.

 

Author Swag

A custom-designed t-shirt celebrating your involvement.

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"BIGGER BOLDER GOALS IN 2024"

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HOW IT WORKS
5 Simple Steps

 Step 1: Accept

Confirm your spot by accepting our invitation.

 

Step 2: Pay

Pay the $250 fee to cover event and logistics costs.

 

Step 3: Send Books

Mail 5-10 copies of your book to us by September 1st.

 

Step 4: Provide Info

Submit your headshot, bio and book summary.

Step 5: Engage

Share and follow your book's journey online.

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LIMITED

SPACE 

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INVITE

ONLY

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JOIN

US

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GLOBAL LITERACY ADVOCATES TESTIMONIALS

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