The key to reading books is finding stories that interest you. Instead of sticking to a certain genre, try finding your favorite movies and read the books that they were based on. This way, you’ll know that you’ll be interested in the plot. Sometimes it’s easier to read a book when you’ve already put a face to the characters. If there is a movie adaptation of your book, try picturing their faces when you read to help you visualize the story.
Set a daily goal by writing down how many pages you want to read by the end of the day. By the time you reach the end of the week, you’ll be halfway done with your book. It’s also a good idea to put Post-it Flags for your daily page goals so it doesn’t seem overwhelming and helps you organize your reading progress.
As for the nonfiction genre, self-help books are a great way to work on yourself and practice gratitude. If you feel like you’re just not into reading, that just means you haven’t found the right book yet. We associate reading with “work” because we had mandatory summer reading for elementary school. Personal reading time needs to be fun and a way to relax.
Purchasing books can be pretty expensive, especially if you plan on reading several books a month. Visit your local library to check out a limitless supply books that won’t break the bank. Registering for a library card and checking out books is free and easy. Once you set your mind to reading a little more everyday, you will find that there are many resources and ways to help you make a habit out of it!