i usually find myself in reading ruts when i’m taking classes and being assigned books or when i’m trying to keep up with new releases and the “smart” books that are usually dense and long. i can usually get myself out of this rut by picking out a book that looks fun to me, like a book set on a beach or something I loved in middle school. I’m reading From The Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler right now and it’s just FUN!!! I also am very much not someone who feels like they have to finish a book. Life is too short. I think that helps!
Mar 29, 2024
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I'm reading like eight books right now, all at a startlingly slow pace. BUT! What makes this more manageable is to have variety in genre and difficulty. This heightens the chance that one of the books in your arsenal will be appealing at any given moment. This is my easy one right now. Large text, memoir, silly, not trying too hard to be anything. The story of a perfectly ordinary girl growing up in Sunnyvale in the 60s and 70s who still managed to be quirked up.
Jan 15, 2025
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I have gone long stretches without reading and what helps me get back to it is usually a comic book or graphic novel. Also there’s no wrong way to read, you can read whatever you want. Don’t pressure yourself to read a certain amount or certain genres.
Apr 11, 2025
I used to really enjoy reading growing up. But all the assigned readings for university sort of killed my desire to read for pleasure. Im working on finding it again. Not trying to start with anything profound or classic. But a fun little read in the sunshine today was just what I needed
Mar 30, 2025
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go to your local library‘s website or download the app. then search for a book you really want to read. then put it on hold. it feels like online shopping but it’s free. in a few days or weeks you'll get a cute text message or email that your book is ready to pick up and you’ll get to say hello to your local librarians and procure a new (to you) book which also feels like free shopping. the most functional part of our government ily public libraries
Mar 9, 2024
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sure beats having one
Mar 9, 2024
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take your keys out of your bag before you get to your apartment. if you’re reading this on the subway right now reach down into your tote and get them out. i’m begging you. it’s so much easier to find them when you’re two subway stops away than standing in front of your locked door. it’s science. just do it. 10 mins from now you will be so happy. please please just do it now
Mar 27, 2024