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Some of my tutor counterparts in the FB groups, and some parents in the same platform, have voiced concern over my reluctance to not reveal publicly the books that I recommend.

I believed I have mentioned this before, but I will nonetheless write again, with some added points.

There is a certain set of books that I often use, for the past 19 years. For parents and tutors who often drop by bookshops, you would probably realise that there is a range of books so wide that it’s not possible to have a informed choice on which to buy, even if you spend half a day reviewing.

That said, I do not feel it is fair to the authors of the books, if I pick up one for recommendation. Neither should I be attempting to be a spokesman for a particular publisher or author.

Another point which I want to add on is that, for one particular Facebook group which has more than 9000 members, it has a lot of tutors who more often than not, try to discredit others who are in the same trade. As I do not own that communication platform, I avoid voicing out my views too much. Recommendation of books is pretty subjective (though I do have quite a bit of success using these books), hence I don’t do so publicly.

For those who are keen to know, feel free to contact me.

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