James Patterson offers new writers up to $50,000 to finish their books | AI News Digest
James Patterson has launched the 'Go Finish Your Book' initiative, offering emerging authors grants of up to $50,000 to complete their manuscripts. This program aims to support writers whose stories remain untold due to life's challenges. Patterson, known for his philanthropic efforts in literacy, partnered with PEN America and other organizations to select the first 12 grant recipients. The authors represent a variety of genres, including memoirs and graphic novels. Jungin Angie Lee, one of the recipients, expressed gratitude for the support, emphasizing the importance of her upcoming book on friendship and disability. This initiative highlights Patterson's commitment to nurturing new literary voices.
