Nonfiction is one way we can get a glimpse into someone else’s world. This week’s theme for Nonfiction November—seeing through another’s eyes—reminds me that books have helped me understand more…
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If you’re a reader, you probably have a favorite: fiction or nonfiction. Some of us love escaping into stories; others seek facts and insights. But what if real understanding happens…
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“That’s the thing about books. They let you travel without moving your feet.” ― Jhumpa Lahiri November has been overflowing with reading—fitting, since it’s Nonfiction November! Between my book club…
Read moreWeek 2 of Nonfiction November is about Choosing Nonfiction. Here are a couple questions I often ask when I decide on a nonfiction book: Can I do something with this…
Read moreEach November, nonfiction lovers pause to reflect on the books that have shaped us over the past year. Week 1’s theme—Celebrate Your Year of Nonfiction—invites us to look back at…
Read more“A house that has a library in it has a soul.”— Plato Some books are companions. Some are warnings. Some are guides. And some become classics that leave a lasting…
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