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Gordon, Charnaie

Charnaie Gordon is a Diversity and Inclusion Advocate, Educator, and author of several children’s picture books. She also previously served as a member of the National Advisory Board for Reading is Fundamental for their Race, Equity and Inclusion (REI) initiative. Charnaie is also the founder of 50 States 50 Books, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that donates diverse children’s books to kids in need across America. More than anything else, she cares about connecting people with great books they’ll love. In her world, books are an absolute necessity. Charnaie is passionate about instilling a love of reading, lifelong learning and curiosity in her kids. She hopes to inspire others to do the same with their children.

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The Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival is a 501c3 nonprofit on a mission to connect authors with readers everywhere. We produce one of the largest and most engaging annual children’s book festivals in the United States and support literacy programs countrywide.

Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Chappaqua Train Station
Rain or shine!

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914.263.6768

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