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We're kicking it off with how I read.
I read a lot. I like to read...A lot. I always get questions about how I'm able to read...a lot...while being a student and blogger. So today I'm sharing my ways.
A quick disclaimer: This is just simply how I read. It's what works for me. It might not work for you, so take everything with a grain of salt. I'm also a fast reader. I'm able to read books fairly quickly while still comprehending everything that I'm reading. Also - I do read a lot. I'm not trying to discredit anyone who doesn't read as much as me. Reading has been a very prevalent thing in my life for as long as I can remember, and I've always loved it, sooooo I spend quite a bit of time reading. Go at your own pace. Reading is for enjoyment!!
how do I read?
I read everything (for the most part) digitally. Out of all 120 books that I read in 2020, I probably read 10 with an actual book. It's not that I dislike real, hardback books, it's just not a very practical/manageable for me, considering how many books I read. And I also just enjoy reading digitally!
Up until now, I've read them all on my IPad BUT...
I got a Kindle. 🙂 My nana was going to get rid of it, so she asked me if I wanted it, and I said a big ole yes!! I've only read one book on it so far, but I LOVED it!! I love how the book carries over to the Kindle app, so I can bring it everywhere!how do I pick and choose what I read?
GOODREADS.
Let me repeat...
GOODREADS.
I honestly don't know where I would be without this app.
For those of you who don't know what GoodReads is 1) What are you doing? DOWNLOAD IT!! And 2) It's an app where you can keep track of all your reading. Books you want to read, books you've read, books your currently reading...It's basically a bookworm's paradise! You can also check ratings, reviews, and leave your own as well! If you want to follow me, you can find my GoodReads here! I'd love to be friends!
So, back to the question, I use GoodReads to keep track of all the books that I want to read. As for picking which book to read, this is where I need help. I'm soooo unorganized with picking books and it drives me crazy! I need to start making monthly TBRs (to be read). But then again, I'm a mood reader. I basically read whatever sounds good. There's really no method to my madness. Sometimes I'm in the mood to read the new, hyped-out book, classic, fantasy (the rarest, lol)...No method!
how did you get into reading?
I've been reading my whole life.
I was that second grader who spent all her time before school...In the library :)
And when the book fair came to school...Oh, I was just giddy!!
Buuuut, when I was in grades 4-6, I wasn't reading a lot. Finding books when your that age is HARD. I was in a book club with some girls in my neighborhood, but outside of that, I wasn't reading at all. Come 2020, when I made a goal to read 3 books a month. It was kinda a lofty one for me, but I ended up reaching my goal of 36 in June. And then, the craze began.
I'd like to blame The Hunger Games.
That one got me good.
Since then, I've kinda been a reading machine. Except for September...We don't like to talk about that one. Readings slumps are the WORST!
how do you read so much?
I basically read all the time. I like to listen to audiobooks when I'm walking or getting ready, I read before bed, I read on my phone...Basically any time that I can - I'm reading. But here's the funny thing - I don't read during the day. What? Yeah. I like for all my work to be done and out of the way before I settle into reading. This normally happens at around 3-5, and then I basically read for *most of* the rest of the day. I've also realized that I'm just a fast reader. My mom is too -Just carried down to me I guess!! I also like to read in 50-page increments, which helps me get through the book faster.
I think I've covered the basics. Now for some fun reading questions!favorite genre?
Ooooh, I really don't have one!! My least favorite is probably chick-lits, but I do like contemporaries sometimes! Fantasy isn't my favorite, but then again, all of the dystopian books that I read qualify as fantasy, so I'm not sure. I like reading memoirs but only as audiobooks. I do like reading thrillers, but it's hard finding YA ones. Romance - Don't love it. Unless there's something else going on. Like romance in a dystopian society? Love it. A book where you see a boy and instantly fall in love and then he starts dating your best friend? Hate it. (sorry One Day in December fans!) I need some sort of thrill!
favorite trope?
LOVE TRIANGLES!!
I don't know why but I love them.
I'm also becoming an enemies-to-lovers fan.
*gasp* Who am I? Haha!!
least favorite trope?
Insta-love, 100%.
what was the first book series that you became obsessed with?
Well, in the third grade, I read the Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, and reeeaaallllyyy loved it. But, I never finished it :( I also loved Harry Potter. But, the first one that I became obsessed with? The Hunger Games. Then Twilight.
favorite book of all time?
I CAN NOT CHOOSE. LITERALLY. CAN. NOT. CHOOSE.
favorite author?
Umm, this is hard. I love Elizabeth Acevedo and Justin Reynolds a lot. And you know, I like Suzanne Collins, Stephenie Meyers.
authors you are dying to read?
Angie Thomas - Ahhhhh!!!! I want to read The Hate U Give SO BAD. If you've read this, PLEASE tell me, what age do you think it's appropriate to read this book? I can not wait much longer!!
Tiffany D. Jackson - Once again, I need your help!! I want to read Grown, Allegedly, Monday's Not Coming, and so much more!
Kristin Hannah - This won't be happening for a while, but I still reeeaaaalllllyyy want to read her books.
John Green - The classic YA author.
Adam Silvera - Check! I've already read one of his books, but I want to read so many more!!
Sarah J. Maas - Lol, this definitely won't be happening anytime soon, but I'm so eager to read her books!
John Grisham - A WANT TO READ A TIME TO KILL. AND THEN WATCH MY FIRST MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY MOVIE. Ugh. Being 13 is so rough.
Taylor Jenkins Reid - I. Want. To. Read. The. Seven. Husbands. Of. Evelyn. Hugo. And. Daisy. Jones. And. The. Six. So. Bad.
Celeste Ng - I want to be an adult already!
what is your rating system?
1 - Hated it.
2 - Hated it, but showing some grace.
2.5 - Middle ground. Didn't like it.
3 - Average read/Nothing too special.
3.5 - Good, but had flaws.
3.75 - Great but had minor things that I didn't like.
4 - This is a great book.
4.5 - A really great book.
5 - Amazing!! READ THIS BOOK.
your top reading tips?
READ WHAT YOU WANT TO READ!! Don't force yourself into reading a book you know you won't enjoy!
your favorite middle-grade books?