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"Along with lofty diet and fitness goals, the turn into a new year seems to spark a heightened interest in reading as more people resolve to get through a certain number of books in a calendar year. Perhaps it's because we want to exercise our bodies and our minds – we have a renewed sense of determination to better the whole of ourselves.  Or maybe it's just a band of mamas realizing that they haven't read a single book, cover to cover, since their first child was born (..five or ten years ago). Whatever it is, avid readers and non-readers would agree that there are personal benefits of reading.  Isn't that why we tell our kids that \"leaders are readers\"?  Books are potent tools for personal development and growth at all ages.\n\nBut what exactly are we reading?  The New York Times always has its best sellers lists in every imaginable category. The Gospel Coalition has its own list of top picks from the year.  Countless blogs have published their favorite reads along with a slew of honorable mentions. The virtual world essentially allows anyone to pose as an expert on any given topic – all you need is a phone and an e-mail address.  We are bombarded with opinions and options and in desperate need of discernment."
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