Emon Anam
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How to Preserve Comic Books: My Personal Way of Keeping Them Timeless
There’s something magical about holding a comic book in my hands, the glossy cover, the smell of the paper, and the stories that unfold in vibrant panels. I’ve been collecting comics for years, and along the way, I’ve learned one important lesson: they don’t last forever unless you take care of them. That’s why I’ve…
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Can You Recycle Hardcover Books? What I Learned While Clearing My Shelf
A while ago, I found myself standing in front of my overflowing bookshelf, holding a stack of old hardcover books I hadn’t touched in years. Some were outdated textbooks, others were novels I knew I wouldn’t reread. My first thought was: can you recycle hardcover books, or do I need to toss them? That simple…
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What Are the Different Genres of Books and How I Explore Them in My Reading Journey
If there’s one thing I’ve learned about myself as a reader, it’s that my mood decides what I want to read. Sometimes I crave a fast-paced thriller that keeps me on the edge of my seat, other times I sink into a heartwarming romance, and occasionally I challenge myself with heavy nonfiction. That’s the beauty…
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What Are Self Help Books and How They’ve Shaped My Growth
I’ll be honest, when I first heard the term “self help books”, I used to roll my eyes a little. I thought they were just motivational clichés packaged in book form. But the more I explored them, the more I realized how powerful they could be. Some gave me practical strategies to deal with stress,…
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Best Books About Animals for Adults : And How They Spoke to Me
I’ll confess something: animals have always been a quiet part of my life’s soundtrack. Growing up in Bangladesh, I didn’t have the luxury of safaris or wildlife reserves, but I did have neighborhood street dogs, the occasional stubborn cow wandering onto the cricket field, and a fascination with National Geographic magazines stacked in my uncle’s…
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Best Selling Books on Grief and Loss : And How They Spoke to Me
I still remember the first time grief knocked on my door. I was a teenager, and one of my closest cricket teammates lost his father unexpectedly. Back then, I didn’t know what to say. I tried to offer comfort with the usual “stay strong” line, but honestly, it felt empty. Over the years, whether through…
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Best Books on the American Revolution : And Why They Still Fire Me Up Today
I’ll admit something upfront: I’ve always had a soft spot for stories about underdogs. Maybe it’s the old cricketer in me, remembering those tense matches when we faced a stronger opponent and somehow clawed out a win. That’s probably why the American Revolution fascinates me so much, it wasn’t just a war, it was a…
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What Books Are Considered the Gospels : and How I First Got Curious About Them
I still remember the first time I heard someone talk about “the Gospels.” I was sitting in a coffee shop, eavesdropping on a group of students who were clearly prepping for some theology exam. They kept repeating, “Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, the four Gospels.” At that moment, I realized I didn’t actually know what…
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Why Are Books Important to Society and How They’ve Shaped My World
I’ll be honest, I can’t imagine my life without books. They’ve been my escape on tough days, my teachers when I felt lost, and even my companions when loneliness crept in. But beyond personal comfort, books carry a bigger role: they quietly shape society. Whenever I look around, I realize how books hold the power…
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How to Read 100 Books a Year : The Way I Actually Made It Possible
I’ll be honest, I used to think reading 100 books a year was only possible for people who had endless free time, no jobs, and definitely no Netflix account. But a few years ago, I challenged myself to try, and surprisingly, I actually managed to pull it off. It wasn’t about speed reading or skipping…