Palisades Fire Destroys Teen's Home And Library, Inspiring Nonprofit Book Giveaway

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January 8, 2026

After 14-year-old Rohan Mukhopadhyay lost his home and home library during the Palisades Fire, he started the nonprofit "Reading Among Ruins," giving away free books to schools, kids and teens who were also impacted.

Mukhopadhyay has turned his garage into his office. There, he stores and catalogs his inventory, generously donated by people who hear about his mission.

"It's important to know what books we have so when people request books, we can see if we already have them or need to buy them," Mukhopadhyay said.

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