Whatever novel I read, I can imagine the characters and their personalities. I hear their voices. Reading is an exercise in empathy, an exercise in walking in someone else’s shoes for a while. The Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary’s definition of empathy is the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the … Lire plus
A text by Judith Turcotte Can one become addicted to reading? I believe so. You may not be an avid reader, perhaps an occasional one. However a book of fiction or non-fiction opens our minds, reduces our stress and so much more. Readers have higher empathy, better social ability. They gain the ability to see … Lire plus
By Judith Turcotte Having been educated in both French and English, I cherish reading in both languages. What I have always found fascinating is exchanging books with friends and discussing them afterwards. I have now been hosting a Book Club since the Fall of 2022. We meet every month from October until June. Everyone contributes … Lire plus