Children's Lit Community Gives Back

In an effort to contribute to on-going relief and rehabilitation endeavors, the children’s literature community in the Philippines is coming together to raise more funds for the survivors of typhoon Yolanda.

The Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY), Kuwentista ng mga Tsikiting (KUTING), Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan (Ang INK), and Adarna House bring you Tinda-Tindahan, Kuwento-Kuwentuhan: Bulilit Lit for YolandaPH Relief, a day dedicated to children affected by the devastating storm.

Join us on Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Raya School Gym, 109 Sct. Fernandez corner Sct. Torillo, Brgy. Sacred Heart, Quezon City for the following activities:

* Sale: Rummage through and purchase books, artwork, collectibles, and other previously-loved items. Or drop-off your previously-loved items to sell and donate.

* Meet & Greet Sessions: Grab the opportunity to chat with your favorite authors and illustrators. Get your books signed and your photos taken with them.

* Storytelling Sessions: Listen to beloved children stories read aloud by storytellers, authors, illustrators, publishers, and theater actors. Or even volunteer to read some of these stories aloud.

Also brought to you in cooperation with Anvil Publishing, Lampara Books, Flipside Publishing, Halo Halo Books, Tahanan Books, Samahang Pilandokan, and many more, all proceeds of Tinda-Tindahan, Kuwento-Kuwentuhan will be directed to UNICEF Philippines.

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