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10% to the American Cancer Society

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A few months ago when I signed with Entangled, I mentioned that part of my journey to publication involved my father growing sick. As he is my first reader and why I began writing, I said that I would donate 10% of my earnings for the entire GRAVITY series to the American Cancer Society. I have yet to mention this again because honestly I tend to be private both about my personal life and also my charitable donations, but in talking to my dad today, I realize that is foolish.

So I will be adding a page here on my blog (and also my website) that details why I’m passionate about the American Cancer Society, and then the 10% donation and how that will work. I am fully open to any questions you may have, as my intention is to bring more awareness to this disease that impacts so many.

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  1. Mirka BreenJanuary 11, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    Very nice, Melissa. Best wishes for the success of your book, and most of all to your dad.

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  2. Lo HughesJanuary 12, 2012 at 4:40 AM

    Such an awesome precedent, Mel! I shall follow in your footsteps when my time comes.

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  3. Kelly HashwayJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    Melissa, I think it's great that you are doing this. I'll be sure to get your book when it's out and help the cause.

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  4. Ruth SchiffmannJanuary 14, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    So glad that you shared this with us.

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