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About Us
Welcome to The Reading Lens, where we're like your super enthusiastic, book-loving best friend on a mission to share the joy of reading with kids and teens!
Imagine we all have unique "lenses" that shape how we experience stories. Your lenses might be bright and vibrant, mine a little more muted and dreamy. That's what makes reading so exciting - we all bring our own perspectives to the table!
Reading isn't just about losing yourself in a good book (though that's awesome too). It's about connecting with others, seeing the world through new eyes, and watching your own perspective grow. Every time you open a book, it's like trying on a new pair of lenses, giving you a fresh view of the world.
We believe this diversity of perspectives makes the literary landscape rich and juicy. The more we read, the more lenses we collect, building our own viewpoints.
That's why we're passionate about getting kids and teens excited about reading. We're not just helping them find good books - we're giving them tools to explore the world, understand themselves and others better, and become empathetic, thoughtful individuals.
Together, we can help young readers see the world through the joy of reading and lead them on the most exciting journey of all - the one through the pages of a book. Whether you're a bookworm or just starting your reading adventure, there's a place for you here.
So grab your favorite book, put on your most imaginary glasses, and let's dive into the wonderful world of reading together. At The Reading Lens, we're not just reading books – we're exploring worlds, connecting hearts, and coloring outside the lines of our own perspectives.
After years of being trapped in corporate purgatory—not quite reaching the C-suite but too scared to climb back down the ladder—I finally made the jump! 🪂
What happens when you combine a tech nerd, art enthusiast, and bookworm who's really just a big kid at heart? You get The Reading Lens, my little (but growing!) children's bookstore that's become my pride and joy. 📚✨
Here's the thing about choosing passion over profits that nobody tells you: it FILLS you up in ways a promotion or bonus check never could!
Your heart fills with purpose when a child finds their new favorite book. Your mind fills with creativity when you're solving problems YOU care about. Your soul fills with satisfaction knowing you're building something authentic.
Sure, The Reading Lens is growing slowly—but I'm savoring every colorful, chaotic, wonderful moment along the way.
I spent too many years dimming my light to fit in a corporate box. Now I'm unapologetically ME—surrounded by stories, color, and possibility.
And you know what? Having FUN turns out to be the best business strategy I never knew I needed.
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