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Jeff Kinney Donates 160,000 Books to Underserved Kids

4/24/2025

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Jeff Kinney, the beloved author behind "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," is making a remarkable impact by donating 20,000 books each month to underserved communities via First Book, reaching a staggering total of 160,000. This generous initiative aligns with the launch of his 20th book, "Partypooper," on October 21, igniting a passion for reading in low-income areas.

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Story summary

Jeff Kinney, the beloved author behind "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," is making a remarkable impact by donating 20,000 books each month to underserved communities via First Book, reaching a staggering total of 160,000. This generous initiative aligns with the launch of his 20th book, "Partypooper," on October 21, igniting a passion for reading in low-income areas.