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Ann Patchett Recommends 4 Backlist Books That Will Transform You

Think of your favorite books on your shelf—the ones that helped shape your view of the world. Does the saying, "You are what you eat" apply beyond food—to the books we devour over a cozy weekend?

Ann Patchett Recommends 4 Backlist Books That Will Transform You

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Think of your favorite books on your shelf—the ones that helped shape your view of the world.

Does the saying, "You are what you eat" apply beyond food—to the books we devour over a cozy weekend?

We often turn to stories to learn, to gain empathy and to feel inspired.

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Think of your favorite books on your shelf—the ones that helped shape your view of the world. Does the saying, "You are what you eat" apply beyond food—to the books we devour over a cozy weekend? We often turn to stories to learn, to gain empathy and to feel inspired.

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We often turn to stories to learn, to gain empathy and to feel inspired.

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