I believe that you can enjoy a good book anywhere, but there are qualities that can make one reading spot preferable to another. You might be wondering what makes or breaks an adequate reading location… Luckily, I’ve made a list of some factors that can help make a reading location ideal. So without further ado,Continue reading “5 Attributes of a Good Reading Spot”
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7 Places To Enjoy a Good Book
Reading is one of my all-time favorite things to do. However, I’ve found that reading in bed over and over again can get old after awhile. Sometimes, it can be really enjoyable to visit a place specifically for reading. I’ve come up with a list of some great reading spots to spark your imagination. HereContinue reading “7 Places To Enjoy a Good Book”
YA Mystery Novels to Read this Fall
Now that it’s October, it’s time to fall back into our favorite autumn routines. One of the best autumn traditions is cozying up with a good book, particularly mystery. If you’re struggling to find good, easy-to-read mystery books to add to your TBR this season, don’t worry— we’ve got you covered.
How Listening to Music Can Help You Read
Reading is a magical thing, but sometimes, it can be pretty challenging to focus. Is listening to music a reasonable solution for this? Surprisingly, yes: depending on your individual learning style, reading along to music might make the act of reading easier. The rest of this article will discuss the five main benefits of thisContinue reading “How Listening to Music Can Help You Read”
5 YA Book Recommendations for Fantasy Beginners
Young Adult books are excellent segues into new genres, no matter your age. With easier overall comprehension than adult books, YA is the simplest way to dip your toes into unfamiliar genres— including fantasy. I’ve put together a list of five YA fantasy novels that I believe are the perfect introduction into this genre. TheContinue reading “5 YA Book Recommendations for Fantasy Beginners”
Book Clubs: Why They’re Great, and How To Start Your Own
Book clubs have been around for decades, if not centuries. People love to get together and discuss the things they read. But what makes book clubs so satisfying? A book club is a great way to socialize with other book lovers and analyze what you read. Book clubs push you into better understanding of theContinue reading “Book Clubs: Why They’re Great, and How To Start Your Own”
5 YA-Friendly Books To Introduce You to Classics
Classics are probably the most challenging genre of books to get into. Some of these books have been around for decades, if not centuries, making them tricky to understand if you’re not familiar with older styles of writing. Luckily, I’ve curated a list of classics that I think are perfect for the young adult ageContinue reading “5 YA-Friendly Books To Introduce You to Classics”
5 Books To Introduce You to Historical Fiction
It can be tricky to start reading a genre you’re unfamiliar with and with endless options out there, it can be challenging to know where to begin. If you pick the wrong book, it can even turn you off a genre completely. To prevent this, I’ve chosen 5 books to help you ease your wayContinue reading “5 Books To Introduce You to Historical Fiction”
7 Ways To Get Out of a Reading Slump
Books can invite pure magic into our lives, but it’s not uncommon for readers to experience an occasional reading slump. Doing too much of the same thing for an extended period of time can be tiring for anyone, and reading is no exception. Luckily, there are plenty of different ways to approach this issue andContinue reading “7 Ways To Get Out of a Reading Slump”
Tips for Audiobooks and Multitasking
It can be hard to find time to sit down and read when you lead a busy lifestyle. Audiobooks can make reading more approachable, but it’s not always easy to take in everything you hear while listening. This is why it can be helpful to listen to audiobooks while multitasking. Below I’ve inserted seven tipsContinue reading “Tips for Audiobooks and Multitasking”