Dorothea Benton FrankBooks were my passion and my escape from madness.
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When you are really down and don’t know what to do, a book is the perfect way to find the path forward. Books are a great way to find information or inspiration when you don’t have any ideas or know where to turn. There are so many different types of books out there, so you should try them all until you find the one that works best for you.
Source: The Christmas Pearl
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