How To Make Time To Read More (practical tips)

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[ElenaAlcina]

My philosophy: If I've spent a lot of time in a book I'm not enjoying, quiting doesn't mean wasting that time, it means not wasting more.
Also, reading a book I don't like to the end isn't going to make it worth the money I paid 🤷
I leave this here just in case someone finds this thought helpful :)

[dougiethompson]

0:44 1. No screens before bed
2:47 2. Read multiple types of books
4:30 3. Try different mediums
7:53 4. Take a break if a book isn't enjoyable
9:51 5. Join a book group

[TanishaLaju]

I’m 22 now. When I was 12 my grandma gave me an e-reader because ebooks are cheaper and I was a broke teenager. Last year, I put all my books in StoryGraph (the ones I can remember) and I was shocked at how many big books I’ve read as a child/teen. Because of the format I didn’t realise that almost every book I’ve read is 300+ pages long. I think that I would have never picked those books up physically out of big book fear in my early teens.

[TowerBooks]

Having an E-reader was a game changer for me. It made me able to read anytime anywhere without the constraints of having physical books. Best part is I got my whole library in my pocket now.

[matheusvmoraes]

I've struggled to reach for ebooks, but I'm considering trying some small books. The epic fantasy ones I have so much joy by reading them physically.

[marioksmith]

I wake up at six every morning and read for an hour before getting out of bed. It gives me plus one hour of reading besides my nighttime read and my brain the boost it needs for the day.

[reaperr]

I dont know who needs to read this, but I know you’re out there.

Discworld is the perfect palate cleansing series when you’re in a slump.

Pratchett’s style is so unique, it will refresh you no matter what you were reading.

[ericviera]

I read about 1-1.5 hours before bed. Granted, it's mostly with the Kindle, but it has still improved my sleep a bit and has allowed me to read more. I've been averaging 2 books a week so far this year. It's early, but it's now become a goal of mine to keep up that pace.

[TheThreeBookshelves]

I’m a strict one-book-per-format-at-a-time reader, but I actually love the idea of the 10-page-a-day rule for a book I’m struggling to get through and then switching to something else. I’ll have to try that next time I’m struggling!

[cecirapalini]

Nice tips. I also recommend reading mangas or comic books if you're in a slump since those are easy to go through. Sometimes you have so many things to do and feel lazy to pick a book, but mangas are simpler and faster.

[jgamez]

The screen time thing is honestly probably the best tip I can give people, and not just for reading. Just in general. Like I started cutting back on screen time/social media years ago at first to avoid having a movie or game or whatever spoiled for me before I could see/play it but after that I just rediscovered how much time I'd spend mindlessly scrolling lol. Obviously I still do at times, but just having that time "back" has completely reinvigorated my joy of reading over the last 7-8 years honestly.
Also, the having books on your phone has also been a game changer, especially for those long lines at the grocery store or the doctors office haha.

[arenkai]

Listening to audiobooks has been a game changer
I went from 0 books a year to ~20 last year !
Wheel of Time Series
Red Sister
The Poppy War
Threebody Problem / Dark Forest
Mistborn 1
Stormlight Archive 1 & 2 (currently listening to)

It's like a whole new world is opening up to me !

[epicgamer]

I feel like Daniel should make a response to this video with very impractical book reading tips.

[ResanChea]

I've never been a reader, but finally bought an ereader. I read a lot more now, not only because it's easier on the eyes, but also because I spent so much money on it to waste. I've also been writing my thoughts on every book I read no matter how short, just for myself, not even for reviewing. Therefore I can actually find my own thoughts later on instead of being asked about a book and not remembering anything from it.

[roses]

Getting ebooks from the library has definitely helped me read more. Easier access, not having to buy so many books, I don't feel bad moving on from a book I'm not enjoying because I didn't spend money on it, and I get audiobooks from my library for when I'm driving.
I'm so grateful for my local library and its digital collection :)

[HurricaneDDragon]

The image of Merphy reading under the covers is… 🥺☺️🥰😍

[tokujoemusic]

I find getting my reading done in the morning has increased the amount I get done and it improves my mood for the rest of the day. That hour or so in the morning with my kindle and cup of tea, before I have to do anything, is glorious.

[MagillanicaLouM]

Have photographic memory and see the pages everytime you close your eyes

[N.Traveler]

Awesome tips! I'll add mine:
- Have something prepared after finishing a book. I've been in plenty of situations where I didn't know what to read after finishing another book, and it takes me weeks to then decide what to read next. Complete waste of time. This is when a SHORT TBR really comes in handy.
- But also don't be afraid to change your TBR if you find your mood has shifted.
- Lastly, tracking your reading progress (like in Storygraph or a journal) can motivate to read more.
Happy reading everyone!

[abmjobaer]

Tips mentioned:
1. no screens before bed
2.read multiple types of book
3.ebooks and audiobooks help
4.quitting some books if necessary
5.join book club or talk about books with someone.