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Stories Worth Sharing
Make a gift to 826 Boston—and we’ll give the gift of a student story to your family and friends anywhere in the United States!

Student stories are worth sharing. This is your chance to support the next generation of writers and brighten someone’s day with the gift of their words!

It’s the perfect way to honor a teacher, congratulate a graduate, or make someone's day with a professionally designed, student-authored collection.

Here’s how it works:
1. Select a donation amount below and proceed to checkout.
2. Select the student-authored book you would like us to send to that special someone.
3. Add a message you would like us to include—and we will take care of the rest!

What If The World Needs You?

A special anthology for young readers, full of stories that share an important piece of advice. From reimagined Greek myths to quirky advice columns, this anthology will offer wisdom and whimsy, all crafted by kids for kids. For grades 1-6. 245 pages
$
100
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I'll Light Up My Own Sky

A set of college essays written by 826 Boston students between 2021-25 to inspire high school students who are applying to colleges or will be soon. The pieces range from vulnerable to clever to empowering and are sure to inspire the college bound person in your life. For grades 9-12. 130 pages
$
70
USD
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I Was Meant For This

What would you do if you were elected mayor? Student authors answer this question and share their hopes for the future in 40 inaugural speeches, I Was Meant for This: Mayoral Speeches by Boston’s Young Leaders. For grades 1-8. 146 pages
$
90
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The Whole World is Watching

826 Boston's first poetry anthology brings together the work of 8th-12th graders in the Writers' Room programs at the John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science, the Jeremiah E. Burke High School, the Boston Teachers Union K-8 School, Boston International Newcomers Academy, and the Rafael Hernández K-8 School. For grades 7-12. 108 pages
$
60
USD
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Big Book of IFs

826 students put pen to paper to bring their imaginary friends to life through writing. Together, 826 Boston and Paramount Pictures published youth writing inspired by the film IF (Imaginary Friend). For grades 1-8. 246 pages
$
80
USD
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In Everyday Things

A collection of heartfelt ​narratives, stories and poems, written by emerging young authors, explores the profound impact of giving and receiving. From the gift of life to the gift of friendship, each story illuminates how even the smallest acts of kindness can change a life forever. For grades 6-12. 68 pages
$
50
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