readers

plural of reader
as in anthologies
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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Recent Examples of readers Why Bryson City is a fan favorite On the resulting list of readers’ choice award winners, Bryson City was the only place in North Carolina to land in the top 10. Charlotte Observer, 19 Sep. 2026 For readers who are familiar with the literary curse of Plaschke in his column over the years, this prediction is not that. Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026 Skolsky reminded readers that Sinclair had earned $10,000 for twelve weeks work on MGM’s adaptation of The Wet Parade (1932). Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026 For readers house-hunting or renovating in the next year, price the option of a second sleeping space now rather than retrofitting later. Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Flock cameras Controversial automatic license plate readers -- and their most common camera type, Flock -- have become an emerging political flashpoint in midterm races. Diana Paulsen, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026 Our readers have been shopping deals on everything from a $160-off Dyson Airwrap and a Costco membership freebie to Patagonia gear, Bath & Body Works candles and a surprisingly affordable Dooney & Bourke bag (seriously, under $100 is crazy). Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026 Marry Me Chicken Soup Cream cheese is the secret to success in this silky smooth soup that’s consistently at the top of the charts among BHG readers. Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2026 Best Brunch Muffins This classic blueberry recipe from our archives is loved by readers. Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 6 Sep. 2026
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Noun
  • Her poetry, essays, and short stories have appeared in various publications and anthologies including the New York Times, Take the Mic, Color Outside the Lines, Vampires Never Get Old and A Universe of Wishes.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Robert Gordon The polymath author/moviemaker/historian and three-time Grammy winner has provided audiences with insight and entertainment for decades, via books, CD anthologies and documentaries that take deep dives into music, politics and culture.
    John Beifuss, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Aug. 2026
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  • Those mistakes have been frequent enough to spawn entire YouTube compilations.
    Janson Duench, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Many of the songs on this album are shared among other Parton projects — hits compilations and studio albums.
    Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2026

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“Readers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readers. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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