OUR TEAM

Kara Griggs (Co-founder)

Kara is a Licensed Professional Counselor and she strongly believes that reading to children at a young age is essential for early childhood development.

“If we make books more available to families, I believe that children will thrive in our community.”

Nash Cooper (Co-founder)

You can find Nash serving on many local non-profit boards, but we are proud to call her ours! If she isn’t running a board meeting, she is most likely on a long walk with her two fur babies around downtown Rome.

Lee Morris (Board Member)

Lee is a former public school dance educator and loves teaching children and adults the joy of movement. In Lee’s free time, she loves spending time with her family and volunteering for local non-profit organizations. Lee believes that reading to children helps them better understand the world around them, while developing critical language skills.

Amber Taylor (Treasurer)

Amber is a local realtor here in Rome, GA. Being an avid reader and mother of two, Amber knows how much of an impact reading fosters growth and connection.

Joy Buford Park (Board Member)

Morgan Birdsong Bottger (Board Member)

Jason Griggs (Board Member)

Getting books into the hands of young children is essential because early reading lays the foundation for every aspect of future success—academically, socially, and emotionally. Books spark curiosity, build vocabulary, and strengthen critical thinking skills at a time when the brain is developing most rapidly. They also nurture imagination, empathy, and confidence, giving children the tools they need to communicate effectively and navigate an increasingly complex world. Simply put, early access to books doesn’t just support learning—it unlocks a lifelong love of discovery and positions children for success long after childhood.