ABOUT ATLANTA READS
Hello + Welcome!
Hi, I'm Lauren! I have lived in metro Atlanta nearly my whole life growing up in public libraries, saving money for the school's book fairs, and finding books where the characters were like me! Now I'm what some might consider a grown up and I'm an Atlanta area high school library media specialist, where I get to help students rejuvenate and continue their love of reading. I believe in small businesses, especially independently owned book stores. They provide joy, safety, curiosity, connection, and so much more!
I have turned to reading as my sanctuary and encourage students, my fellow teachers, and my community to do the same- while supporting libraries and book stores during this economically challenging time.
Atlanta Reads blooms from my love of reading, community, and providing a platform for amazing people and ideas! I hope that you enjoy this little passion project of mine connect people with our independent book stores, ways to read books, book recommendations, local authors, Atlanta area events, and possibly my favorite -- different reading nooks around the city.
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Please let me know if you have any suggestions and share what you'd like to see!
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To the beginning of a beautiful story,
Lauren