Tuesday, July 13, 2010

The Flames Must Die

No.

Absolutely not.
These are not the best books ever written; as a matter of fact, they are among the worst. Stephenie Meyer is pretty much an untalented writer who can't take criticism for what it is. HOWEVER. These are still a means of expression, no matter how shallow and vapid they are.
In short, if you wish to show your displeasure at the books... there are better ways than burning books รก la Communist organizations, or ignorant Bible-beating groups. Write an essay detailing your dislike, or join a forum (Twilight Sucks is a great site for it, if a bit blunt with its name). But please, do not be ignorant and burn these books. It's tempting, I know, but completely unnecessary. Just don't buy them. Don't read them. And DON'T give unreasonable Twihards more ammunition. After all, the written word is- or should be- protected by the First Amendment.
Burning books, no matter how awful they are, is NEVER okay. Never.
You can read my opinion of the Twilight "Saga" here.

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