Growing readers in Macon-Bibb County
"A world without books is like a room without windows."
– Horace Mann
Help give children the joy of a book of their own. Book ’Em brings new, high-quality books to local children through community supporters and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Book 'Em's primary sponsor is Powers Law Group.
Real books. Local children. Possibilities that last.
75,000+ books
Given to Macon-Bibb children and youth to date.
Rooted in Macon-Bibb
In partnership with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.
A simple idea. A meaningful connection.
Every child deserves
a story of their own.
A book can spark curiosity, start a conversation, and make reading part of everyday life.
Working with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, we put new books within reach of children across Macon-Bibb County. Deputies help at school giveaways and share books at community and BSO Outreach events—opening the door to reading and positive community connections.
Our mission brings people together around children, literacy, and a stronger community.
Small actions. Lasting possibilities.
Be part of their next chapter.
Give
Put a new book
in a child’s hands.
Your donation helps purchase quality books for children right here in Macon-Bibb County.
Partner
A local mission.
A shared commitment.
Help your business, school, or community group support childhood literacy close to home.
Book ’Em in the community
Stories worth sharing.
Moments from our book giveaways, volunteer efforts, and community events.
Halloween 2026 with the Bibb Sheriff’s Office
Book ’Em gave 1,000 new books to children of all ages at the Bibb Sheriff’s Office Outreach Halloween Haunted House and Fall Festival in Macon.
Christ Church Names Book ’Em July Ministry of the Month
Christ Church featured Book ’Em as its July 2026 Ministry of the Month, celebrating local literacy and more than 60,000 books distributed.
Four Books Each: Book ’Em Visits Rosa Taylor Elementary
In May 2026, Book ’Em brought a schoolwide giveaway to Rosa Taylor Elementary in Macon, offering 405 students four new books each for summer.
Let’s Book ’Em, Macon.
Help write the next chapter.
A gift. A little time. A community connection.
There is a place for you in this story.