So I have always wondered exactly how many books I read in a
year. I usually estimated 200 or more as the case may be. So I decided to keep
count this year and in January, we have 27 books in total.
How did I do it?
1. I always have a book am currently reading. Always!
Normally, when I come across good authors, I usually get all their books in
bulk and binge read all. If you go through my page, you will notice that I read
mostly Penny Reid's books this month. This leaves me with enough books to last
me a while.
2. I use every spare moment to read. Normally, I
stay awake till 2am, reading. This is not compulsory but when I have an
interesting book at hand, I don't know how to keep it down. I also read when I
eat. I find the time between chewing and the next spoonful boring, so I use it
to read or watch a movie.
3. I love reading.
It's the second thing I cannot do without. Like an
addiction. Reality is slow, but in books, I can read about an entire lifetime,
centuries even and get my closure. Books give me a warm fuzzy feeling, makes me
feel like I am part of something bigger, bigger than Glory Abah, bigger than
Nigeria. It makes me feel like I am connected to the rest of the world.
4. Read what you love
I only read books that I want to read, not what every other person is reading, not what book is currently trending. If you check out the books i read on my Instagram, @iamgloryabah you will find mostly fiction (romance genre). Its what i love reading. Most times, i find it difficult to read non-fiction, no matter the type.
The years journey is just beginning. I am hoping to read up
to 400 books or more by the end of the year. Count with me.
Knowledge is Power! Are you on twitter?
ReplyDeleteYes dear. @gloryabah
DeleteWell done Glory,
ReplyDeleteI also do not know how to rest easy knowing an unfinished book is in my hands.
I must finish it o.
I remain a slow eater till date cos I was so used to eating and reading alongside.
Don't tell me you stopped...
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