putitinabook.org

Put It In A Book (PIIAB) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2021 to promote diversity, inclusion, and representation through literature. Based in central Austin, it is the nonprofit partner of Black Pearl Books, an independent, Black-owned bookstore. PIIAB works with schools and community organizations to make diverse books more accessible to students, teachers, and the wider community through programs and events.

The organization centers stories from marginalized and underrepresented groups, including stories that have yet to be written. Its work helps connect readers with literature that reflects a broader range of experiences and perspectives. Since its founding, PIIAB has provided more than 6,700 books, and nearly $50,000 worth of books have reached the community through its programs and events. The organization reports serving more than 21,000 students, teachers, and community members. Visitors can learn about its work, donate to support its mission, or explore the opportunity to put a story in a book.