2014 main: Books (who-what-where)

You have received a letter from your pen-friend in which he/she complains that his/her parents want him/her to read classical authors, while he/she is fond of fantasy. Write a letter to your pen-friend in which you tell him/her

• - whether your parents influence your choice of books to read
• - what is your favorite literary genre and why
• - where you usually get books you’d like to read

Write a letter of at least 100 words. Do not use any personal information (e. g., names, dates, addresses, etc.). Start your letter in an appropriate way.

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Example 1:

Dear Kate,

I’ve just received your letter and I’m sorry to hear that your parents make you read the books you don’t like.

As for me, my parents don’t tell me what to read. I am free to enjoy reading anything to my liking, provided I have coped with everything that is on the school curriculum. You know, my family are great readers, and my parents often advise and suggest me some interesting books to read.

Strange it might seem I’m an avid reader of historical novels. This is just my opinion, of course, but there’s something greatly entertaining about diving into a book set in a past time period. It’s like stepping into a time machine and being transported back to days when people acted and thought differently, technology wasn’t quite as advanced, and so on. I also admire science fiction and fantasy, because they show me a world I could never see or experience for myself.

In the first place, I manage to get something entertaining and exciting to read from my parents. As I have already mentioned, they are keen on reading and often buy new books. In the second place, we exchange books with my friends. I sometimes download books, or even borrow them from the library, though some consider it to be old-fashioned.

That’s all for now about my reading habits. I have to go. Send my best regards to your parents. I am looking forward to your next letter.

Lots of love,
Julia

Example 2:

Dear John,
          It is sad to hear about your parents’ influence on your reading preferences. If they like
classical authors, it does not mean that you must be fond of reading them too. Try to talk and persuade them. They must understand you.
           As for me, my parents have never told me what to read or what music to listen to. They
always teach me to be independent and make any choice myself.
          Speaking about literature I must admit that my favourite genre is fantasy, too. I adore reading about events or places which cannot be seen in real life. Reading fantasy gives me enormous portion of ideas and emotions. It inspires me to be creative.
            Although there is one little problem. As usual, I borrow books from our school library,
but I have already read almost all of them, and nothing interesting is left there. So, I made up my mind to search for something fresh and exciting in the internet. Unfortunately, reading online turned out to be not so useful for my eyes. They get tired quickly.
          Maybe you have got some nice books. I would be grateful to you for those you liked
most of all and your reasons why. I am looking forward to your letter.
          Best wishes,
           Anna