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A Velocity of Being: Letters to A Young Reader
Maria Popova, Claudia Bedrick
Thrilled to announce this labor of love 8 years in the making – a collection of original letters to children about why we read and how books shape our character by 121 of the most interesting people in our world, each illustrated by a great children’s book artist. Contributions by Jane Goodall, Yo-Yo Ma, Jacqueline Woodson, Ursula K. Le Guin, Mary Oliver, Neil Gaiman, Amanda Palmer, Rebecca Solnit, Elizabeth Gilbert, Shonda Rhimes, Richard Branson, Anne Lamott, David Byrne, Marina Abramović, Judy Blume, and other remarkable humans living inspired and inspiring lives. 100% of proceeds from the book benefit the public library system. Peek inside by clicking the cover.