826 National
8 books
About the Author
826 National is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young writers through innovative literacy programs, fostering creativity and confidence in students across the United States. Founded in 2002, it operates chapters in multiple cities, providing free after-school writing and tutoring services that transform everyday spaces into extraordinary hubs of imagination. As curators of the acclaimed Best American Nonrequired Reading series, 826 National collaborates with renowned authors to select and showcase emerging voices, highlighting the raw talent and diverse perspectives of young writers. Through anthologies like The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2015, curated by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Adam Johnson, and subsequent editions in 2016 and 2017, the organization bridges the gap between youth literature and the wider world, inspiring a new generation to find their voice and share their stories with unbridled passion.
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youthful
innovative
diverse
Books by 826 National
