Today I heard a story about a former student from many years ago and how a book saved her life.
The book was Speak, by Laurie Halse Anderson. I think it took courage to write this book. I think about this young woman and how much courage it took for her to speak. I am so glad she did. I am so glad this book helped her. Thanks, Laurie.
I think a lot of writers do a lot of good that they never hear about. I would like to help them hear about good things, so that's one of the reasons I am planning a Revolution/Big Project soon.
So for today's comments, if you are so moved, tell us about a book that changed
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I know Speak has touched a lot of people. Like you said, it's such a courageous book. I can't nail down just one book that changed my life, but I know everything I read affects me in some way.
ReplyDeleteHi Mary. Thanks for your comment. I am humbled and awed in the face of such courage. You make a good point; I like thinking that the books we read become part of us.
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thank you also for the post...not many do them this days, though I haven't read Speak I did watch the movie and have read other by Laurie! thanks for all this rocks!
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