This week is my 50th episode, and I thought I’d celebrate by sharing one of the great loves of my life with you — books and reading. 

When I was young and the world was too scary and just didn’t make sense, I’d retreat into my books. My happy place was on my bed, in my room, reading book after book. Little Women, Harriet the Spy, the Little House on the Prairie series, the Great Brain series, Judy Blume books — I could disappear for hours and just shut out the world. 

As I got older, books have continued to be a big love of mine. If I’m confused about something, my first step is often to find a book on the topic — including THE BOOK. 

Today, I want to tackle the question of is it important to read, and then look at some ways to get more books into your life. And then we’re going to wrap up with five book recommendations I really think you’re going to enjoy. I’ll do a little more than 30-second book reviews. :) 

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