I am not much of a reader these days. Seems like the only books I read are Technical manuals on operating electronic equipment - pretty dry stuff, but they have happy endings. When I did read it was minimal, but I did find some that I would recommend for all ages and generations (and NO - I AM NOT TALKING ABOUT HARRY POTTER)!!! These are my top 5!

1. To Kill a Mockingbird - if you haven't read this book then you need to stop whatever you are doing and go get it! It will leave a lasting impression on you that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
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Without a doubt, To Kill A Mockingbird- can't live in Alabama and love reading without being crazy about that book.

2. Flowers for Algenon - wanna cry, this will tear you up and make you appreciate everyday things. "I beat the MOUSE"!!!

3. Of Mice and Men - need I say more???

4. The Red Pony - another Steinbeck Classic

5. Catcher in the Rye - funny and thought provoking
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My favorite book? The Catcher in the Rye..........yes, I'm sure it's a cliche but I really do love it

6. Heidi (I know I said 5, but this one is too good not to mention) - a Classic for both young and old. If you haven't read it, you've maybe seen sweet Shirley Temple on Turners Classics late night. A great read for younger folks...

OK... that's my 2¢.

Hey... and a little plug for an associate of mine. If you are a younger reader (or an adult with less than a broad vocabulary), you might be interested in "WordKey". It is a small vocabulary/dictionary insert that serves as both a "BOOKMARK" and a "DICTIONARY". It highlights all/most challenging words that appear throughout the text of a book with simple and comprehensive definitions. Makes reading a lot easier on many folks and really helps to get the immediate full impact of the author's meaning!!!

I know he has versions for some of the before mentioned titles - as well as many others. Ask your local bookstores if they carry it. If not, you can contact him at [email protected] or [email protected]. They are really worth it for a satisfying read!!!