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Behind the Books mission is to inspire young people to cultivate their vast potential through programs centered on diverse books and authors. Increasing students desire to read has a farreaching impact on their reading competence school success and life trajectory. Behind the Books school programs increase students intrinsic motivation to read and write which sets them up for a future of success and lifelong learning. Intrinsic motivation means engaging in activities and experiences out of interest enjoyment challenge and curiosity.