Category: Books
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Narration Magic: How Audiobooks Enhance Storytelling and Understanding
I got into audiobooks back when I was teaching high school Literature. Some students struggled with reading or focus, so I played stories aloud for them to follow along. That’s when I realized audiobooks are amazing—not just for accessibility but also for multitasking while enjoying a story. Plus, there’s something powerful about hearing a tale… Read more
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How Teaching The Hunger Games Led Me to Love Sci-Fi Books
I spent most of my career teaching English but always struggled to get into sci-fi. One year, I taught The Hunger Games, only to find most students had seen the movie and weren’t too keen on reading the book—because, well, they “already knew what happened.” But its futuristic and dystopic world sparked my curiosity, leading… Read more
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3 Must-Read Books That Will Inspire Your Inner Traveler
Books have a magical way of transporting us anywhere—whether it’s to a whimsical world, a heart-pounding adventure, or a place that feels like home even if your inner traveler has never been there. They let our minds wander, dream, and explore endless possibilities. For me, both reading and traveling—physically or through stories—inspire me to grow… Read more
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Slowing life down with in these three books
In today’s busy world, I turn to nature and solitude for grounding. These three quick reads about life, nature and stillness help me stay relaxed and productive. The Art of Stillness Stillness holds power, whether it’s calm water or quiet leaves. In The Art of Stillness, Pico Iyer explores how our constant connectedness makes us… Read more
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How to Stay on Top of Your Reading Goals: A Comparison of Tracking Methods
I have a lot of friends on social media sharing their reading goals using Goodreads mostly, but others use their own ways of tracking on paper and even a spreadsheet. I’ve utilized the three tracking methods below, but still struggle setting, documenting and sharing my goals. I found paper journals, spreadsheets, and the app Goodreads… Read more
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Ditch the 9-to-5: 3 Books That Will Spark Your Wanderlust
Stuck in the daily grind? Sometimes, the best escape is simply to go—into the wild, down the open road, or along a winding trail. 3 Books That Will Spark Your Wanderlust dive into the stories of people who dropped everything to chase adventure, solitude, and a deeper sense of meaning. Into the Wild Some days,… Read more
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The Power of Words: 3 Inspiring Book Quotes That Will Change How You See Life
Words have an incredible power—they can break us down or lift us up. A single word has the potential to inspire revolutions or destroy empires. It’s a reminder of just how impactful language can be in shaping our lives. With that in mind, here are three of my favorite book quotes and the reasons they… Read more
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The Power of Re-reading: Three Books That Teach Us More Each Time
When I was teaching high school writing and literature, I found myself re-reading the same books with my students year after year. Each time, those books seemed to shine a new light on something different, helping me gain a deeper understanding of myself and the world around me. Every now and then, I’d throw in… Read more
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My Favorite Fictional Characters of All Time
Great characters have a way of pulling us in—not just because of their stories, but because they feel real. When a character’s struggles, emotions, and choices mirror our own, it’s easy to get attached. We see parts of ourselves in them, or maybe they inspire us in ways we never expected. I have many favorite… Read more
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3 Books That Could Have Made Me a Better Person—If I’d Read Them Sooner
Looking back, I wish I’d read more books when I was younger. In high school, I mostly did just enough to get by. It’s funny, though, because I later ended up teaching English and Literature—subjects I struggled with back then. Now, I can’t help but think that some of those novels might have helped me… Read more