Reading with Mandy
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Reading as an Act of Rebellion
There are numerous books I’ve read over the years that had an impact on my thinking and values and even making decisions on how to live my life. One of particular importance was Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. It also regularly finds its way onto banned books lists. I also think it’s a must read…
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Audiobooks are Books
An important distinction to make regarding reading is that there is the act of reading and there is the embodiment of being a reader. They are not always the same thing. Someone who is able to read can read signs or words on page but to be a reader means being imaginative and creative and…
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To Read Fiction or Nonfiction That is the Dilemma
In choosing a book to read the what to read can sometimes eat up time. Most people talk about having a TBR (to be read) pile so that they can finish one book and move straight to another. The problem with this is if you are a mood reader like me. I find that books…