To L.A. With Love – Charity Anthology
https://books2read.com/tolawithlove
When Hearts Unite: The Story Behind “To L.A. With Love”
Sometimes the most beautiful things rise from the ashes of devastation. The recent wildfires that swept through Los Angeles County didn’t just destroy homes and landscapes—they claimed something precious to every book lover’s heart: libraries. The Altadena Library and Pacific Palisades Library, beloved community centers that had served as sanctuaries for readers, learners, and dreamers for generations, were reduced to rubble and ash.
But here’s what fires can’t destroy: the human spirit and the bonds that connect us through stories.
A Community Responds
When the literary community learned of these losses, something extraordinary happened. Within days, over 100 authors from across the romance genre came together with a single, powerful purpose: to help rebuild what was lost. The “To L.A. With Love” anthology was born not from a marketing strategy or business plan, but from genuine love and an unshakeable belief that libraries—and the communities they serve—matter.
These weren’t just any authors throwing their names on a project. These were writers who understood that libraries are more than buildings filled with books. They’re the places where young minds discover new worlds, where struggling students find quiet spaces to learn, where lonely hearts find connection through story, and where communities gather to share in the magic of literature.
The Power of Collective Generosity
What makes this anthology truly special isn’t just the 100+ romance novels and poems being offered for free—though that’s an incredible gift to readers. It’s the army of publishing professionals who stepped forward to volunteer their time and expertise. Editors who normally charge hundreds of dollars for their services donated their skills. Proofreaders combed through manuscripts without payment. Designers created beautiful covers and formatting, asking for nothing in return except the chance to help.
This is the publishing industry at its absolute best: a network of creative professionals who understand that sometimes the most important work we do isn’t about profit margins or bestseller lists. Sometimes it’s about rebuilding hope, one story at a time.
Every Dollar Counts
Here’s what makes my heart sing about this project: 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Altadena and Pacific Palisades libraries. Not 90%. Not “most of it.” Every single penny. When you purchase this anthology, you’re not just getting an incredible collection of romance novels—you’re literally helping to rebuild these vital community spaces.
Think about what libraries mean: they’re democratic spaces where anyone, regardless of economic circumstances, can access books, computers, programs, and community. They’re where children fall in love with reading, where job seekers polish their resumes, where new citizens practice English, and where book clubs gather to discuss everything from romance novels to literary classics.
The Magic of Romance Community
As a romance author, I’ve always known our community was special. We’re the readers who understand that love stories aren’t “guilty pleasures”—they’re celebrations of hope, connection, and the belief that everyone deserves their happily ever after. We’re the writers who craft stories about resilience, second chances, and the power of love to overcome any obstacle.
The “To L.A. With Love” anthology embodies everything I love about this genre and its community. It shows that when faced with destruction, we don’t just mourn what’s lost—we roll up our sleeves and rebuild. We create something beautiful from something broken. We prove that love, in all its forms, really can conquer all.
A Testament to Hope
Libraries will rise again in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. The shelves will be restocked, the reading nooks will welcome back familiar faces, and new stories will find their way into eager hands. But until that day comes, we have this anthology—a bridge between what was lost and what will be rebuilt.
When you read these stories, remember that you’re not just enjoying a good book. You’re participating in an act of community healing. You’re part of a movement that says libraries matter, stories matter, and when we come together with love and purpose, we can overcome anything.
The fires may have taken the buildings, but they couldn’t touch the spirit of these communities. And with every book sold, every dollar raised, and every story shared, we’re proving that love—for literature, for community, for each other—is the strongest force of all.
The “To L.A. With Love” anthology is available now, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Altadena and Pacific Palisades libraries. Join us in rebuilding these vital community spaces, one story at a time.
https://books2read.com/tolawithlove
You’ll get one massive ebook with every single story, but because there are so many incredible books included, it will be split into three paperback volumes when it goes to print.
Featuring stories by:
Aarti V Raman, USA Today Bestselling Author
Alexa Santi
Alexis Roark, USA Today Bestselling Author
Alice Duncan
Aliza Mann
Allie Lasky
Amanda Richardson
Amy Award, USA Today Bestselling Author
Amy J. Hawthorn
Andrea Johnston
Anna Quinn
Anne Barwell
Arell Rivers, USA Today Bestselling Author
Aria R. Blue
Arianna Quinn
Ashley Erin
Ashley Olivier
B. Ryan
C.B. Noy
C.G. Burnette
Caitlin Loggins
Cecilia Rene
Christina Alexandra
Christine Ashworth, USA Today Bestselling Author
CJ Warrant
Claire Davon, USA Today Bestselling Author
Claire Marti, USA Today Bestselling Author
Crystal Perkins
Cynthia Diamond
Dee Lagasse
Jennifer Worrell
DL Gallie
Ella Braeme
Ellena Espejo
Gemma Snow
Gwen Galloway
Heather C. Myers
Heather Scarlett
HL Miller
J. M. Zuniga
J.C. Hannigan
J.l. Perry
JCC Downing
Jeannie Choe
Jeannine Colette
Jodi Chow
Juliet Gauvin
Karen Grey
Katherine Moore, USA Today Bestselling Author
Katrina MarieKelly A. Varner
Kelly Violet
Kennedy L. Mitchell
Khushi T. Saha
KL Hill
Kristen Elizabeth
Leesa Bow
Lena Cove
Libby Waterford
Lisa Rayne
Lyra Parish
M. Solis
Marianne H Donley
Marilyn Throne
Michelle Mars
Milly Gray
Monica Ross
Monique Stokes
N.J. Ember
Nanxi We
Natalie Tay
Nicole Sanchez
Nikki Prince, International Bestselling Author
Olivia Huxley
Pamela DuMond, USA Today Bestselling Author
R. Snow
R.L. Merrill
Rae Shawn
Ren Alexander
Rhian Cahill
Rose Bak, USA Today Bestselling Author
Roxie Noir
Samantha Shaye
Shana Gray
Shannon Myers
Shelley Kassian
Simran
SL Hannah
Sorcha Mowbray
Stephanie J. Scott
Stephanie Marie Whitson
Susannah Erwin
Tessa McFionn
Theresa Lambe
Tiffany Carby
Tori Mitchell
Tracy Reed
V. Walker
Vi Summers, International Bestselling Author
Victoria Ellis