I really enjoy reading books. Ever since I learned how to read I have
been drawn to books and seeing how characters handle situations and change over
time. There are three books
that stand out in my mind that
definitely have molded my future.
The first book I ever tried to read
on my own was Eragon, by Christopher
Paolini. As I read it, I realized
I really love reading fiction. I
enjoyed creating the voices of the characters in my own mind, rather than being
limited by the voices my mom would create whenever she read to me. I could also visualize the characters
and plot better because it was like going to the cinema in my mind. It was all my creation.
The Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan is probably my all-time
favorite series. The characters have
had to deal with heart-breaking and life-threatening situations. They always seem to come out smiling
and happy, although they may be broken on the inside. They also seem to find some sort of humor in every
situation. They have taught me to
be loyal, brave and to face my fears.
They made me learn to accept myself even though I might not be satisfied
with how I am at the current moment.
They have taught me to take serious situations more lightly and that I should never have to grow up too
fast. Even if times are rough, I
can always do it with a smile.
Last but not least, Edgar Allen Poe
has given me a love for reading and writing horror. I think I’m a fairly happy person, but his gruesome, twisted
stories fascinated me. His
frighteningly vivid imagery creates much anxiety within my soul, but at the
same time it creates an apprehensive anticipation, and I find myself lusting
for more. I never would have
supposed I would ever love reading and writing horror when I typically get
scared easily.
I
think all three of these pieces have affected my personality and my outlook on
life in very different ways. They
have greatly impacted my life.
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