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A Site Dedicated To:
– Writing
– Self-Publishing
– Raising Funds for Libraries
Hello, I’m Anna Lee. I am a self-published author and the founder of Green Elephant Books, dedicated to empowering young writers about the writing and self-publishing process and raising funds to support Northern Nevada Public Libraries currently facing significant budget cuts.
My journey for creating Green Elephant Books began after learning that the Nevada Washoe County Public Library System would face a $4.5 million budget cut, resulting in the loss of 23 staff positions and the entire book budget. As a book lover, this news meant that the public libraries in my hometown would face severe cuts that would lead to job losses, cut children’s programs, and reduced library access.
Through Green Elephant Books, my goal is to help raise awareness and money to alleviate public libraries’ budget crunch and to help the libraries continue to thrive and serve as invaluable resources to our community and my fellow aspiring writers.
Author
ANNA LEE
My name is Anna Lee and I’m a senior in high school. One fun fact about me is I published my first novel at 15 years old! Outside of reading and writing, I like to play volleyball, travel, and bake for my friends and family.
To find out more about my book, please click the link below.
LATEST BLOG POSTS
Why Early Reading Skills Predict Future Success
Oftentimes when we think about the skills necessary to shape a child’s future, we often imagine math, science, or even technology as being at the forefront of preparing students for success. But time and time again, research shows that one of the most important...
How to Help Kids Discover their first favorite book
Whenever I think about reluctant readers, I always come back to a quote from my school library: “Everyone is a reader, some just haven’t found their favorite book yet.” For so many kids like that, reading feels like a chore because the books they’ve been given don’t...
Benefits of Youth Literacy in Children
Early reading is more than a pleasant pastime for children, it can influence academic achievement, increase creativity, open doors to possible career prospects, and even expand emotional well-being. For communities striving to close educational gaps, early literacy...
Overcoming the Fear of Sharing Your Writing
One of the most daunting parts of the writing experience is sharing your work. It feels exposed and like sharing a vulnerable part of yourself. I remember the first time I let someone read my work. It wasn’t even my whole book, but just the first chapter. I emailed it...
How Reading Widely Makes You a Better Writer
When I first started writing, I mostly read the kinds of books I wanted to write. It made sense at the time because I thought if I loved a genre, then reading only that genre would help me write it better. And while that did help in some ways, I quickly realized that...
Why I Started The Young Writers Club
When I was 15 years old, I self-published my first novel. I outlined everything, made countless drafts, designed my cover, and self-published it through Amazon myself. When I tell people this, one of the first reactions is often “How did you figure out how to do all...
“Libraries Make Kids Into Leaders” – What Elementary Students Taught Me About Library Cuts
Earlier this month, I sat down with a group of elementary school students to talk about something most people rarely think about: library budget cuts. I wasn’t sure what to expect, whether they’d understand what was happening to their libraries or how they’d...
How the Library Shaped My Love for Reading
When I think about where my love for reading started, it always leads me back to my public library. I began my interest in reading in the 3rd grade with my mom’s copy of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” That book sparked my love for all things magical and...
The Perfect Writing Environment
Are you looking to start writing? Whether you're drafting a novel, brainstorming ideas, or tackling an essay, one of the most important steps in the writing process happens before you even begin typing. One of the keys to the writing process starts long before any...
Rotary Club 2025 Speech Contest
On April 16th, I had the oppertunity to compete in the Area Speech Contest held by the Rotary Club of Sparks. My speech was about what kind of impact I make on my community. I spoke about the importance of education and children’s literacy across the nation. One of...
SOME OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS
The Poppy War
An all time favorite of mine especially for its world of magic, and beautiful writing style along with its message about war and humanity.
The Hunger Games
A childhood favorite of mine for its relatable characters and immersive world building.
Six of Crows
Inspired some of my work with their relatable characters, world of magic, and captivating plot twists.
The Cruel Prince
A magical world and the struggle for power.
A room without books is like a body without a soul.
– Marcus Tullius Cicero
Everyone is a reader… some just haven’t found their favorite book yet.
– Anonymous
Reading is a discount ticket to everywhere.