How Do You Become An Avid Reader?
Spending time engrossed in a good book is great pass time. Books can be an escape from a boring life, or an adventure full of excitement and intrigue. It’s easy to lose yourself among a book’s beautifully written pages, reading word upon word of a literary masterpiece. Of course, there are ways to enjoy books to their fullest extent. Would you like to become an avid reader? • Figure out which kinds of books you like. If you don’t read much, this might take a little while, but don’t worry. Think about your favorite movies: are they action, adventure, science fiction, romance? Try to find a book of the same genre. A lot of movies were actually based on books, so a great place to start is by reading the book that spawned your favorite movie. • Look for book and author recommendations. You can ask your librarian or your avid-reader friends for advice; you can also look for good reviews in literary magazines. Alternatively, if you’re a young adult, a great place to start is with a book that
