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“I want kids to think that reading can be just as much fun and more so than TV or video games or whatever else they do. I think any other kind of message or morals that I might teach is secondary to first just enjoying a book.”

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Louis Sachar
Louis Sachar

Louis Sachar, born on March 20, 1954, is an American author of children's literature. Known for his unique narrative style and profound thematic insights, his works have won the hearts of readers worldwide, with his novel 'Holes' being particularly popular. more

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