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May 25, 2026

The Teachers and Moments That Made Me Fall in Love With Reading

A personal essay on falling in love with reading through childhood memories, teachers, and family, and a reflection on the modern reading crisis and why books still matter. Continue reading

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The Teachers and Moments That Made Me Fall in Love With Reading