I take reading so much for granted that the first thing that comes to mind when I imagine myself not being able to read is that I would miss out on all the great books I enjoy. Reading is my primary source of entertainment, and I read an average of a book a day. No … Read more
September 8 is International Literacy Day. As a reader, I can’t imagine life without reading—I read at least five books a week on average, and reading is my favorite kind of entertainment. As a lifelong learner, I know reading is essential to learning for self-improvement and economic advancement. As a writer, I want everyone to … Read more
The theme for the 2017 International Literacy Day is Literacy in a Digital World. I grew up in a world where literacy meant being able to read and write on paper. Young people today grow up in a world where literacy means being able to communicate in digital formats. UNESCO, the agency behind International Literacy … Read more
I don’t remember learning to read and write. I just remember loving to read and write since I was a small child. Not everyone is as blessed as I am–and as you are. If you are reading this blog post, then you are demonstrating literacy. Imagine not being able to read and write. Not only … Read more
Today is International Literacy Day. Find interesting statistics on world-wide illiteracy and benefits of literacy on this infographic on the UNESCO website. Of course as a writer and avid reader, I want everyone to be able to enjoy the pleasure of reading. But, more importantly, increased literacy reduces poverty and infant mortality. People who are illiterate … Read more
As a writer and avid reader, I am passionate about literacy. From a selfish perspective, people who aren’t literate aren’t candidates to read my books. More importantly, and less selfishly, I know how much reading means to me, and I want everyone to be able to share the experience. In addition, literacy is required for … Read more
Imagine not being able to read. Imagine looking at words on a page and seeing gibberish. Imagine never being able to lose yourself in a story or find the answers to your questions in a book. Imagine not being able to fill out a job application or read a map. According to the International Reading … Read more
Reading—for entertainment or education—tops my list of favorite things to do. Books, blogs, bulletins, blurbs, ballads, brochures, broadcasts, blather, buzz—I love all forms of the written word. Yet according to UNESCO, 20% of adults are illiterate. Not only are these people deprived of the joy of reading, they face incredible challenges in living productive lives. … Read more