One of my favorite aspects of literature is the way in which an individual book or series has the ability to affect people differently. Books can comfort you and be the escape from reality that someone needs during a tough time. Some people use self help books to get out of a tough time while others solely look towards fiction. Every one is different. One series that got me through a tough time is the October Daye series by Seanan McGuire. It’s 18 books long and that is exactly what I needed when I was dealing with the death of my grandpa. There was so much to read and distract me from reality. I flew through the books in a matter of three months. The world and characters became more than words on a page. Although the time I read those books was filled with sadness, every time I think about those books I’m filled with a sense of comfort. I’d love to hear what books helped you through a tough time.
by Quirky_Dimension1363
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“When things fall apart” is a book by Pema Chodron had helped me tremendously during dark times. I am currently reading “The midnight library” and it seems to be what I need right now: a existential hug.
*David Copperfield* was a world to escape into during the pandemic.