Books are more than just stories; they are the key to opportunity.

In this episode, Larry Sprung talks with Amy Zaslansky, the founder of Book Fairies, a nonprofit organization on a mission to eradicate book deserts and foster a love of reading. 

Amy shares her transformative journey from occupational therapist to pioneering a movement that increases access to books for under-resourced communities. 

Discover how Book Fairies has distributed millions of books to schools, shelters, and communities in need, and learn how you can join the effort to spread literacy and joy.

Larry and Amy discuss: 

• Amy’s unique path from occupational therapy to founding Book Fairies
• The impact of Book Fairies in increasing literacy rates by providing access to books
• The collaborative efforts with the IDD community for book distribution
• Mitlin Financial's upcoming book drive to support the cause
• And more!

Resources:

• Mitlin Financial  
• The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung 

Connect with Larry Sprung: 

• LinkedIn: Larry Sprung
• Instagram: Larry Sprung
• Facebook: Larry Sprung
• X (Twitter): Larry Sprung

Connect with Amy Zaslansky: 

• (516) 557-6645
• LinkedIn: Amy Zaslansky
• Website: Book Fairies

About our Guest:

Amy Zaslansky is the founder of Book Fairies. She is passionate about expanding literacy opportunities in under-resourced areas by flooding communities with the books at-risk children need to succeed. Amy is a Maryland native, graduating Emory University with a BA in Psychology and Temple University with an MS in Occupational Therapy.

 

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