2026 Authors of Color Book Drive

The Authors of Color Book Drive is back for 2026. Originally launched under the Carvd N Stone for-profit in 2019, this initiative is now fully housed under Carvd N Stone Foundation as part of our continued commitment to literacy, representation, and community access.

We are collecting books written by authors of color across all ages and all genres to ensure every reader can see themselves reflected on the shelf.

This year’s drive runs from February 1 to June 30, 2026. All books will be donated to the Milwaukee community at our book fair in July.

How to Participate:

Purchase books directly from our official book registry
To mail us books not on the registry, contact us at CNS@carvdnstone.com
All books must be written by authors of color.

Flyer for Carv & Stone Foundation's 2026 Authors of Color Book Drive, featuring a stack of books and information about donation procedures and support. Book collection dates are February 1 to June 30, 2026, with all books donated to the Milwaukee community in July.

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