Bestselling author James Patterson announces a donation of over $300,000 to American Bookseller Association and American Library Association members, including $250,500 for 501 independent booksellers and up to $50,000 for 250 librarians.
James Patterson is giving back to booksellers and librarians while celebrating the release of his new book, "The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians."
In a statement to "Good Morning America," Patterson discussed the incentives, saying, "There has never been a more important time to celebrate booksellers and librarians -- period." "His generosity to our industry is incredible and we continue to be grateful to him not only for this meaningful financial support of independent booksellers but also his recognition of the valuable role they play in the industry," Hill said.
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