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Four Books Everyone Should Read This Year

Elizabeth Lane, a lifelong book lover, shares some of her favorite books.

On Writing (Stephen King)

I came across On Writing while I was in my early 20s and living alone. I would spend hours choosing books that were all over the map. On Writing found its way into my heart. Stephen King not only changed how I viewed the practice of writing and what makes a “writer", but he also changed how I viewed my own place within writing.

When I Talk About Running (Haruki Murakami)

A few years ago, while training for a full marathon, I read Haruki Murakami's beautiful reflection on writing and running, and felt like I had found a similar spirit. I think that is one of Murakami's gifts——his writing style is so unique and so personal that he draws a reader into his/her world and creates a beautiful feeling of friendship.

Night Film (Marisha Pessl)

I love Marisha Pessl's style of writing. There is no one else quite like her. When I get a little too serious in life and in my reading, her novels remind me that a well-chosen story can provide the perfect escape. Night Film, her second novel, is a wild escape from the reality. This book keeps me terrified in a not too terrifying way.

Let Your Life Speak (Parker Palmer)

Every so often, I do a deep dive into self-help but I can't help myself. During one of these periods, I discovered Parker Palmer. In Let Your Life Speak, Palmer guides us to listen to our inner teacher and follow those leadings towards a sense of meaning and purpose. This book found me at a time when I was at a crossroads in my own career and helped me settle quietly, listen to my heart, and change course.

21. Who does “I" refer to in the text?

A. Stephen King.       B. Marisha Pessl.     C. Parker Palmer.        D. Elizabeth Lane.

22. Which of the following tells something about sports?

A. On Writing.    B. When I Talk About Running.    C.   Let Your Life Speak.    D. Night Film.

23. Who is most probably interested in Let Your Life Speak ?

A. A man unable to perform well at work.     B. A writer confused about being a writer.

C. A woman troubled by choosing new jobs.   D. A director wanting to read a scary novel.