Who Reads What list. The idea for the list came in 1988, out of a need to provide diverse reading with little money. I was trying to find a way to get people to read the good books the library owns that were being overlooked, rather than just the best sellers that require multiple copies with long reserve lists.
Most librarians seek to get people and books together.
The list works. I hear wonderful stories from people all over the world who find knowledge, pleasure, wisdom and peace through reading. Their letters tell how books changed their lives, gave them pleasure, brought self-esteem, and helped them become successful. We who love to read must promote it. All we have to do is leave them unread for a few generations.