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This list of twenty books includes the stories that shaped me as a reader and inspired me to become a writer. I hope you discover something new here, or reconnect with something familiar.

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Grab this list of 20 of my all-time favorite novels—the books that moved me, shaped me, and, in many cases, inspired me to become a fiction writer myself. How many favorites do we share? Use this checklist to mark off the books you’ve read, start exploring the rest, and let me know your thoughts!

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Hi, I’m Ellen Baker!

I’m the bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson and the upcoming Summerland Cove (coming June 2! 🎉). I write immersive stories of family, identity, home, forgiveness, and the connections between past and present. Alongside my work as a novelist, I’m also an intuitive coach, helping driven women stop proving and start becoming.

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