Author Anna D. Banks Donates Street Smart Book Series to Orange Public Library
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ORANGE, N.J. - JerseyDesk -- Local author, executive coach, and AI consultant Anna D. Banks, MAS, is giving back to her community in a meaningful way. The Amazon Best-Selling Author of Books That Build Brands, The Retire Your Way Planner, and the Street Smart empowerment series has donated a complete set of her Street Smart books to the Orange Public Library.

On hand for the donation was Councilwoman Quantavia Hilbert, an entrepreneur, long-time advocate for small business development, and steadfast supporter of the Orange Public Library's mission to serve as a community learning hub.

Banks' Street Smart series—Street Smart, Brand Strong; Street Smart, Future Ready; Street Smart, Money Smart; Street Smart, Voice Strong; and Street Smart, AI Ready—equips youth and young adults with the mindset and tools to thrive in today's fast-changing world.

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In addition to her donation, Banks announced two free December workshops for local entrepreneurs and small business owners:

• December 10, 2025: Talk to Your Phone: How AI Can Help You Save Time, Make Money, and Grow Your Business
• December 17, 2025: Books That Build Brands: Turning Your Expertise into Influence and Income

Both sessions will be held at the Orange Public Library and are designed to give participants practical, hands-on strategies for using innovation, storytelling, and AI to grow their businesses.

"Libraries have always been places of transformation," said Banks. "By bringing resources like these into the Orange Public Library, we're not just putting books on shelves—we're putting ideas in motion and equipping people to build futures they're proud of."

Councilwoman Hilbert praised Banks' continued investment in the local community, noting that initiatives like this strengthen the bridge between learning, entrepreneurship, and opportunity in the City of Orange.

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Banks' workshops expand on her belief that technology and creativity should work hand in hand. Talk to Your Phone teaches entrepreneurs how to harness AI to simplify operations, save time, and boost productivity. Books That Build Brands guides participants through transforming their stories, skills, and expertise into income-generating brands.

For event details or registration, visit https://www.annadbanks.com or contact anna@annadbanks.com.

About Anna D. Banks:
Anna D. Banks, MAS, is an Executive Coach, AI Consultant, and Amazon Best-Selling Author of Books That Build Brands, The Retire Your Way Planner, and the Street Smart series. As Rotary District 7475 Public Image Chair and founder of Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc., she empowers leaders and entrepreneurs to leverage AI, emotional intelligence, and brand strategy for lasting success.