A book is kind of like a good Horcrux, if we can imagine that -- a piece of the writer's soul, preserved in a physical object for all time, and changing the lives of all those who come in contact with it.

Cheryl B. Klein
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J.K. Rowling said: “A book is kind of like a good Horcrux , if we can imagine that -- a piece of the writer's soul, preserved in a physical object for all time, and changing the lives of all those who come in contact with it.” When we read a book, we make deeper connections to the writer's life. The story becomes real to us and we can see ourselves in it. We may not know the author personally, but we make a connection with them by reading their book.

We feel their pain and joy. We can feel their love for their family and friends. And we feel their loss when a character dies.

Reading a book is like finding an old friend who has remained close to our heart throughout our lives.

Source: Second Sight: An Editors Talks On Writing, Revising, And Publishing Books For Children And Young Adults

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