Quote by Janis Ian

I've always been an avid reader. If I don't have a book in the car, I'll stop and pick one up just to have something to read. I don't even remember learning to read.

I've always been an avid reader. If I don't have a book in t

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This quote highlights the speaker's deep passion for reading. Their love for books is so profound that they feel compelled to always have one on hand, even going as far as making impromptu stops to acquire a new one. Additionally, it showcases a natural inclination towards reading, indicating that the individual cannot recall a specific moment of learning to read, as if reading has always been an integral part of their life.

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