Idaho Stories Without Borders

Join us for this free book talk, with food.

The Diary of a Young Girl, commonly referred to as The Diary of Anne Frank, is a book of the writings from the Dutch-language diary kept by Anne Frank while she was in hiding for two years with her family during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. The family was apprehended in 1944, and Anne Frank died of typhus in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945. Anne’s diaries were retrieved by Miep Gies and Bep Voskuijl. Miep gave them to Anne’s father, Otto Frank, the family’s only survivor, just after the Second World War was over.

The diary has since been published in more than 70 languages. It received widespread critical and popular attention on the appearance of its English language translation, Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl by Doubleday & Company (United States) and Vallentine Mitchell (United Kingdom) in 1952. Its popularity inspired the 1955 play The Diary of Anne Frank by the screenwriters Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, which they adapted for the screen for the 1959 movie version. The book is included in several lists of the top books of the 20th century.

As backpacks, pencils, and lesson plans reappear for another school year, Idaho educators and families are invited to kick off the season with a special event designed to put more books into young readers’ hands. Idaho Stories Without Borders will host a Free Book Distribution …

Date, time, and location TBA

Each teacher, homeschooler, or concerned parent who attends will receive five free books, ideal for building or refreshing classroom and home libraries. In addition, hundreds of other new and gently used books of all genres and reading levels will be available for a small suggested donation. From picture books and early readers to chapter books and young adult fiction, there’s something for every age.

All proceeds will support Idaho Stories Without Borders, a community project dedicated to offering free book giveaways, literacy activities, and book talks throughout our region. Their mission is simple: to ensure everyone has access to powerful stories that educate, inspire, and connect.

Idaho Stories Without Borders is a program of the Human Rights Collective, Inc., a nonprofit organization committed to combating discrimination and bullying. By fostering reading and empathy through diverse stories, they equip families and educators with tools to build kinder, more inclusive communities.

Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and bring a tote or box to carry their new treasures. Whether you’re a classroom teacher stretching your budget, a homeschooling parent searching for fresh materials, or a community member who believes every child deserves books, this event offers an affordable—and meaningful—way to support youth literacy.

Check here in the near future for more information. Let’s launch this school year with curiosity, compassion, and the joy of reading.

“By offering book giveaways and free book talks we seek to build community.“

We are a project of The Human Rights Collective Inc., a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to reduce, prevent, and ultimately eliminate bullying. By offering book giveaways and free book talks, we seek to build community—one story at a time.

At Idaho Stories Without Borders, we believe in the power of storytelling to bridge divides, foster empathy, and create connections that transcend geography, culture, and circumstance. Through books, discussions, and shared experiences, we aim to:

• Amplify diverse voices – Sharing stories from people of all backgrounds to celebrate our common humanity.
• Combat bullying – Using literature as a tool for understanding and kindness.
• Strengthen community – Bringing people together through free events and accessible resources.

Whether you’re a reader, a writer, or simply someone who believes in the power of stories to change lives, we invite you to join us. Explore our upcoming events, nominate a book for our giveaway program, or volunteer to help us spread the word.

Because here, every story matters—and no story has borders.

Stay tuned, stay kind, and let’s turn the page together.

—The Idaho Stories Without Borders Team