The only important thing in a book is the meaning that it has for you.

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The only important thing in a book is the meaning that it has for you. The message in a book is what matters, not how it’s written or the story. When you read a good book, it means something to you. It may help you see an issue in your life differently. A good book can change your life—for the better.

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