The world feels awfully inhospitable to books these days (and to everything else, honestly), but the Independent will continue advocating for them in all their glorious diversity. As you know, we want folks to read what they like — widely, deeply, and fearlessly.

As you also know, there are lots of worthy nonprofits hoping you’ll support them this Giving Tuesday, and that includes us. If you value literature, language, and the life of the mind as much as we do, we ask for your donation.

It’s easy to donate through Zeffy, and remember:

• A recurring donation (of any amount) is especially welcome because it allows us to budget more accurately.
• Zeffy calculates a proposed “tip” at the end. This gratuity can be changed to any number, even zero.

Thank you, as always, for helping us keep the lights on, literarily speaking!

Jennifer Bort Yacovissi is president of the Independent.