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It’s Monday morning after the Twilight movie premiered and it’s all anyone is talking about today. People have been getting revved up for weeks. I know two colleagues who saw it over the weekend–one who enjoyed it, and the other who liked it but admitted it could have benefited from the kind of budget the Harry Potter films got. Did you see it? How did you like it? Did you read the book?

Of course, this brings up the age-old question: Do I read the book first or just see the movie? Personally, I’ve decided to read the book. In fact, I was able to solve the problem I had choosing an audio book for my drive to DC by picking up the Twilight audio book and I think it is a perfect choice for a long drive (and exactly the right length). I’m told it is an exciting series that keeps you interested, although the writing isn’t anything stellar. So who knows? Maybe it’s the made-for-movie type.

It is also being compared to the Harry Potter series–dangerous, I know–but I think in one way, the comparison has merit: the Twilight series is getting more and more people to read, especially young people. And with Christmas right around the corner (in fact, I’ve already finished decorating! That’s how close it is.), it’s one of millions of examples of books that make excellent gifts. Give books for Christmas, even if you can’t afford to buy stacks of them at an independent bookstore. Grab the discounts at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Borders, or even a used bookstore or book swap. Keep the joy of reading alive this season and keep the industry alive while you’re at it!

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