A resource for the PDX literary community. Produced by Old Pal.
LitPDX seeks to amplify marginalized voices, and welcomes all, their ideas, their events, and their words.
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In conjunction with Children’s Book Week, author Tonya Lippert joins us to read from her new picture book, Goodbye, School (Magination Press). Franny loves her school. She’s played, read, studied, and even napped here. But today it’s time to leave. As Franny prepares to move to a new school, she takes time to reminisce and cherish her old school. How can Franny say goodbye?
The Sideburns that Empowered Everyone shares the story of an unbreakable bond between Murph and her grandfather. After his unexpected passing, Murph is left to navigate her grief as she overcomes bullies, obstacles, and the everyday challenges of life. Just when it feels like everything is too much to handle, she is reminded of her grandfather and the lessons he taught her in a peculiar, hairy way. 50% of book proceeds are donated to the Dougy Center, who provide support in a safe place where children, teens, young adults, and their families grieving death can share their experiences. 50% of book proceeds are donated to the Crossing Bridges Therapeutic Riding Center, who enriches the lives and hearts of individuals and their families through the healing…