- Benay Hicks
- 4 hours ago
- 1 min read
When the world feels heavy, books bring light
Lately, it feels like the world is holding its breath. There is uncertainty in our politics, heartbreak in the news, and chaos in the weather. We are more connected than ever through screens, yet somehow more distant from one another.
And yet—there are still magical moments.
Every day, magic appears in the hands of a child who opens a book; in that instant, a door opens to imagination, to understanding, to hope.
At Book Harvest, we see that magic daily—when a toddler giggles at a favorite story, when a fifth grader chooses a book that sparks a new dream, when a family snuggles close to read together after a long day. These moments matter. They are how we grow readers, nurture connection, and build community.
Thank you for believing in the magic of books and in the children who open them. Your support fuels home libraries, bedtime stories, and the boundless possibilities that books bring.
As we look toward the year’s end, we hope you’ll join us in keeping this magic alive for every child in 2026 and beyond.
Books are more than pages and ink—they are bridges, windows, and mirrors. And in times like these, they just might be the hope we all need.
