All my life I have been reading; I can't remember a time where I wasn't reading. This being said, I know almost instantly whether I will like a book or not. I have perfected my book choosing technique over the years and I have found that I am normally attracted to books that are realistic fiction. It makes me think that maybe, if I'm lucky enough, some of the things that happen in my books can happen to me. These types of books keep me invested in their story. I rarely get bored with a book if it is realistic fiction. This is not to say that I hate other genres of books. I am open to any type of book (except those resembling history or historical fiction, those I am skeptical of). I have been known to like dystopian, fantasy, and mystery novels as well.
I am an avid reader. I love the way a book can make you feel, the way it can pull you into a story with just a sentence or two. It can take you everywhere you want to go. It lets you experience everything that you can’t. A book is an adventure, a journey, you can take with you wherever you go. It is a life like no other. You can pause, rewind, slow down, fast-forward, and repeat it as many times as you want. It will illustrate people and places to you that you will never be able to see in real life. It’s like a dream.
This is why I look forward to enjoying this year of reading. Making a dent in the piles of books on top of my desk. I know that I will travel through time, countries, and worlds; fall in love, fight the bad guys, and go on hundreds of adventures all in a matter of these next 8 months. Happy Reading to all!
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