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Carole Rydberg, Plymouth: I believe that my husband, Roger, and I might be among the last two people in the area to read "Three Cups of Tea," but I cannot say enough to recommend it. It is the true story of fellow Minnesotan Greg Mortenson and the amazing work he has done building schools -- and opportunity -- for students in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is an inspiration to anyone who wonders what one person can do to make this a better world. What's on your nightstand? E-mail us at lhertzel@startribune.com.

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Here are some of Books Editor Laurie Hertzel's favorite sites and blogs. Got a literary link to share? E-mail Laurie.

Reading Minnesota A blog that features Minnesota writers, illustrators, publishers, bookstores, and reviewers.
Talk of the Stacks An author series from the Library Foundation of Hennepin County.
Poets & Writers The website for Poets and Writers Magazine--podcasts, author interviews, and writing resources.
Creative Writing A place to keep apprised of writing competitions in the United States.
Gather Minnesota Readers The Website for Minnesota Public Radio's books blog.
The Loft Literary Center The Website for the Loft, a local place for writers and readers.
Good Reads A way to track what you're reading, and what your friends are reading.
Lost Manuscripts Just what it sounds like - a blog (sporadically updated) devoted to missing and destroyed manuscripts.
Maud Newton Very hip, reviews, links, a little attitude.
bookreporter.com A plethora of online book reviews and reading guides.
Rain Taxi Rain Taxi Review of Books.