In keeping with these values, most of the titles featured on this web site are hopeful in tone, even if they deal with tough issues. Much critically acclaimed literature leaves one feeling bleak, if not despairing. Certainly there's a time and place for these bleak-but-important works (English Literature Class, perhaps?). But we feel that, overall, books should be enjoyable, even inspiring. That's why this web site highlights novels that are both thoughtful and entertaining — books to enjoy with a cup of tea.

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