How I did it: My first collections were Charles Dickens and Rudyard Kipling. As I became  a teen I also began to appreciate Shakespeare and Homer (but I'm a geek). As an adult I have made it a goal that for every two modern novels or biographies I read, I must read one piece of classic literature. I have long since surpassed the 100 book mark, but intend to continue reading until I die.

Lessons & tips: If a story interests you or you enjoyed the movie version, but the book seems daunting or hard to follow, buy the Cliff's notes! Then read the book, now with a greater understanding of the plot, characters and moral. It's really worth it, just don't put down a book because you didn't get it immediately..

Resources: Go to www.eastonpress.com to find a list of the "100 Greatest Books ever Written" or peruse "1001 Books to Read Before you Die" for ideas on what books you might want to read.

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