as in compilation
a collection of writings
I picked up a book entitled "An Emerson Reader" because it contained one or two of his essays I hadn't read before
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Such as: the impact of our revelations—on our subjects, on our readers, on ourselves.
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Stephanie Elizondo Griest
june 30, Literary Hub, 30 June 2025
Their perspective echoed a widespread concern shared by many readers.
—Joshua Sammons, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
The entire world of Harry Potter has captivated generations of readers worldwide, just as the James Bond franchise has captivated moviegoers.
—Tom Shattuck, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2025
Director of new business development-workforce health solutions for Quest Diagnostics in Kansas City, Mo., Matt Parrott loves to hear from readers.
—Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
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Stephanie Elizondo Griest
june 30, Literary Hub, 30 June 2025
Their perspective echoed a widespread concern shared by many readers.
—Joshua Sammons, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
The entire world of Harry Potter has captivated generations of readers worldwide, just as the James Bond franchise has captivated moviegoers.
—Tom Shattuck, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2025
Director of new business development-workforce health solutions for Quest Diagnostics in Kansas City, Mo., Matt Parrott loves to hear from readers.
—Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
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The compilation didn’t differ much from several past projects, but its timing turned it into a bestseller, as the world was mourning Bowie’s creative vision and voice at the time.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The Brady list is a compilation of law enforcement officers and other staff who have credibility issues.—
Aaron Valdez,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Levin previously wrote and directed My Valentine, a feature-length episode of the Hulu/Blumhouse horror anthology series titled Into the Dark.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
11 July 2025
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The streamer has reportedly ordered a fourth season of Murphy’s Monster anthology series, this time centered around infamous (alleged) axe murderer Lizzie Borden.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
8 July 2025
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“Reader.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reader. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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