Available Readers

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Anna Fulginiti

Hi... I love to read, obviously! I am the grandmother of two so virtual reading has come in handy during the pandemic. Am a lifelong learner, curious by nature. Enjoy being outside hiking or biking. Love animals! Have a cat named Bruce as Bruce Wayne aka Batman. Am not a veteran but hold a ba...

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April L Fore

Hello I’m a mom turned author. My series The Adventures of EGG is about a little girl Emma Grace Godwins who was born with a rare health condition. She doesn’t let anything stand in her way or reaching goals or having fun!! I love spending time with my very active 3 year old daughter Tahlia ...

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William Zdankiewicz

Originally from Connecticut, met my wife-to-be in College 40+years ago, that brought me to Harrisburg. Been a Toastmaster for over 25 years; been Storytelling to my church’s children for 20 years; been involved with ALC since the days of 100 Men Reading Day and the 500 Men Reading Week; a regular ...

  • Profession: Retired Navy Computer Specialist
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
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Christie Black-Murrell

I love to read, and write Play with my little girls(6 & 4) I love to paint I am a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority I love church and God...

  • Profession: School Counselor and Author
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
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Carmen Henry-Harris

Carmen Henry-Harris, M. Ed., is the Community Liaison and Coordinator for Parents and Children Together (PACT), a Penn State University Initiative. The PACT Initiative works to promote the health and well-being of children, youth, and families from diverse backgrounds through culturally-sensitive a...

  • Profession: College Education, Community Liaison
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
    6-8
    High School
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David

I love to play and coach Handball, and enjoy participating in tournaments across the country. Because of my generation and where I grew up, I am blessed to say that 'Hip-Hop Raised Me' and I am a student of old-school NYC Hip-Hop, and the values and truths that it has revealed to me and ...

  • Profession: Multicultural Marketing
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
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Deborah Mills

Deborah L Mills is a wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoys all things family. Deborah is caregiver for her mother who received a diagnosis of dementia and then Alzheimer’s Disease, almost two decades ago. She is a certified life coach and mentor with a heart to see people succeed. As Alzhei...

  • Profession: Author and Mentor
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
    6-8
    High School
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Delisa Woods

My name is Delisa Woods and I am a Children’s Book Author and Empowerment Coach! I am the CEO of Sapphire Lynne Books. I publish books that empower, inspire and motivate kids to be their absolute best. I have been a School Counselor for 17 years and enjoyed helping kids make better decisions and f...

  • Profession: Children's Book Author/Publisher/Entrepreneur
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
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Glynis Boyd Hughes

I am a graduate student, about to start an encore career in higher education. I LOVE books, art, trees, and anything Peppa Pig--and school supplies. I buy school supplies for myself every year!...

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John C Hickey

I like to spend time with my extended family and I enjoy running and keeping in shape by being outside. I like movies but they cannot hold a candle to READING. I love words and I feel very strongly that reading re-wires the brain, opens one's mind and provides you access to all of the knowled...

  • Profession: Health insurance executive
  • Willing to read to:
    3-5
    6-8
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Sheila Thomas

I am a retired educator who still loves imparting knowledge to children and adults. Early literacy is my passion. Listening to varied genres of music is my favorite past-time. I love encouraging others to preserve, think positively, and use their gifts and talents to show love in this world....

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Jo Sheppard

Library volunteer, book sale coordinator, reader, photographer, writer. My LabraDane, Dodger, is a certified therapy dog for Paws for Reading. Former director of adult literacy program, former Chair of Harrisburg Mayor’s Literacy Council, former President of America’s Promise of Greater Harr...

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Jennifer Smallwood

Retired after 30 years with a PA state-affliliated Agency, as the Manager of REO FHA. Currently, I am the Business Manager for my daughter's entity, The Singer's Lounge, LLC. I have served my community, elected to the Board of School Directors, nominated as president for most of my term. I...

  • Profession: Retired/Business Manager
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
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Roe Braddy

I am a retired teacher. I am also an author and a playwright. I have written and produced three community theatre plays and I have written and published six books. Reading is my favorite hobby. I am married with two adult children....

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Ryan Argot

Husband of one and father of three with 2 cats, 1 dog, and multiple fish. I like to hike in the woods and walk in my neighborhood....

  • Profession: Education Administrator
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
    6-8
    High School
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Elisabeth Perez

I am the Manager for Community Health Initiatives and serve as a Certified Healthcare Interpreter for UPMC Pinnacle. I have over 25 years in the medical interpreting profession, as well as experience as a medical translator. I enjoy, walking, spending time with my family and friends (virtual now) ...

  • Profession: Manager, Community Initiatives
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5
    6-8
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Phyllis Hicks

Reading! Fiber Arts Improvisation/Presentations ...

  • Profession: Nurse/Executive Director Healthcare Nonprofit
  • Willing to read to:
    3-5
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Tina L Nixon

Servant Leader, Helping others, love to cook and read cookbooks. Learning about interior decorating right now. ...

  • Profession: Vice President Mission Effectiveness, Diversity & Inclusion
  • Willing to read to:
    K-2
    3-5