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Matching author groups: Kidlit Heroes, Kidlit Superstars, Kidlit Rockstars

We here at We Need Diverse Books have been completely astounded by the outpouring of support that we have received this month from kidlit authors. In addition to generous matches from amazingly generous authors Erica M. Chapman, Alexandra Duncan, Harriet Reuter Hapgood, Heidi Heilig, and Justina Ireland, we have 3 more large groups of authors here waiting to match YOUR DONATIONS.

To donate: Pay via Paypal or check and indicate which group (or author) you are matching! If you are using check: Make the check out to “We Need Diverse Books” and mail to: 

WNDB
10319 Westlake Drive, #104
Bethesda MD 20817-6403

So without further ado, first up is (drum roll) 

The Kidlit Heroes

The Kidlit Heroes are 10 amazing kidlit heroes each pledging $100 in matching donations for WNDB’s internship program:

Catherine Egan, Emery Lord, Robyn Lucas, Ellen Goodlet, Margot Harrison,  Brooding YA Hero, Becca Podos, Kim Savage, Tara Sim, Jessica Spotswood

Next up: 

Kidlit Superstars

The Kidlit Superstars are four amazing authors pledging a total of $1500 in matching donations for WNDB’s internship program: Dahlia Adler, Traci Chee, Alwyn Hamilton, and Kaitlyn Sage Patterson

Last but certainly not least are the Kidlit Rockstars!

Kidlit Rockstars are nine amazing kidlit authors pledging a total of $600 in matching donations for WNDB’s internship program: Liz Briggs, Nicole Castroman, Samantha Cohoe, Julia Ember, Megan England, Clara Kensie, Carla Luna, Kathy MacMillan, and Elodie Nowodazkij 

Thank you to all of our tireless volunteers and to all of you out there donating right now. 

THANK YOU.

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