Quote by Walter Dean Myers

Reading is not optional.

Reading is not optional.

Summary

This quote suggests that reading is not an activity that can be chosen optionally or neglected. Rather, it implies that reading is absolutely necessary and essential. It emphasizes the significance of reading, highlighting its importance for various reasons such as gaining knowledge, expanding one's perspective, enhancing critical thinking skills, and fostering personal growth. The quote serves as a reminder to value the act of reading and to recognize its significant role in intellectual development and lifelong learning.

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Reading Inspirational Compulsion

By Walter Dean Myers

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