Hey everyone--I wanted to give you all a quick update and inform you of everything going on with Book Transfusion, feel free to spread the news on twitter and other social networking sites!

Collection Time Extended:

Last year we raised a whopping 103 books--as our original due date is creeping upon us we have a low balance of only 44 donations! We have decided to push the collection date back to March 2010 (see this post for exact dates)!

Bloggers:

Are you a blogger and want to donate a book or two? Make contact with our office today--upon receiving your donation your name will be entered in a SUPER SECRET swag giveaway packed full of awesome things!

Bloggers please also note your books are still going through our clearance system--once that is completed your blog will be posted on the donor list. Thank you for understanding!

Tweet For Books!:

@HauntedHoax, also known as Patrick Doyle has stated that he would provide one book to Book Transfusion for each follower he has on December 1st 2009! What are you waiting for spread the news and follow him here!

Videos For Book Transfusion!:

If you take a look at the sidebar two authors have opted to spread the Book Transfusion news via video. I'd like to thank Devin Drover and Ellen Hopkins personally for their support! Check out the videos in the sidebar to the right!

Closing:

I would like to thank each and everyone of you for your continued support you are all amazing and making big differences in teens lives!

Expect another update around Janurary 2010!

- The Book Transfusion Team

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First of all thank you for taking time out of your day to look at our groups website. Our goal is to collect as many new books as possible and distribute them to local hospitals in lower east Michigan--to be received by teen patients. This year we are focusing our outreach efforts to authors and bloggers! Our first event was launched May 16th, 2008—and the feedback is just overwhelming! We raised 103 books and $113.00! Lets see if we can double the book count this year! This year we are accepting donations from the general public--see "General Donation" below!

Once books start to pour in we hope to post photos—and keep everyone updated every month! If you are interested in donating please read below. Please keep in mind, all books must be BRAND NEW--not every child in the hospital has a strong immune system.

A note from our founder Devyn Burton:
"Many people have asked me WHY do this project, what kind of difference can it make? I created Book Transfusion because I am the teen who is stuck in the hospital, awaiting a blood transfusion, dreading surgery, trying to avoid the painful shots. When I was twelve I was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, a life threatening disease.

Being in the hospital so much I noticed a trend, teens in the hospital had two options A) color and do crafts meant for a six year old or option B) 'suck it up' like an adult watch TV all day. That is unacceptable, we need something to occupy our mind as well—and even if you did partake in options A & B you can only color and watch TV so much!!

A book is a wonderful tool for anyone in the hospital. You have to concentrate to see the characters of the story, as before you know it you are out of the hospital walking around Hogwarts, battling off “you know who” with Harry and his friends. You may have heard “books are magical” and it is true, even if it is for a short time. They help you get away, from the pain, the worry, the doctors, the blood—everything. That is why I choose to start this project, to help make someone escape from the confinement of the hospital, and be free!"

Authors:

If you are an author of an YA book—why not send a copy today! You will be added to all press materials and you get to give the gift of your creation to someone else! I (Devyn Burton) have been hospitalized many times in my battle with Lupus—Having a book at the hospital helps bring the reader into a new world away from all of the needle pokes and worrisome nights. If you are interested in taking part please contact our staff at booktransfusion@yahoo.com, Subject the e-mail with your name.

Bloggers:

If you are a book blogger and interested in donating a book or two please contact our office at booktransfusion@yahoo.com! If you're interested in talking to our staff for an interview or promotional materials--request them in your e-mail.

Businesses:
If you are a business we can use your help with donations (books or cash) your organization will receive recognition on the website and any printed material that happens -- if you are interested in taking part please contact our office at booktransfusion@yahoo.com, Subject like Business.

General Donations:

If you do not fall into any of the above categories but would like to donate a book please send an e-mail to booktransfusion@yahoo.com with a description of your donation.

PLEASE NOTE!: If you are interested in having your name, organization (business) involved in press packets and releases you must make contact with our office by MARCH 13TH 2010 -- And donation must be received not later then MARCH 25TH 2010!

Thank you all for your time and we look forward to talking to you soon!
-The Book Transfusion Team

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This year would not have been possible without all of you!
Together we raised 103 YA Books!
That means 103 Young Adults will be gifted with a new book in the coming months!

I'm currently at a loss for words, But I appreciate each and everyone of you that helped make this happen!

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Melissa Walker shares why she supports The Book Transfusion!

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