I really want to build up the habit to read, but on my current stage I just can’t force myself to read most things because I simply get bored like a child who is being forced to read Tolstoy at school. Oh, ahem, that child was literally me at some point, and I hated it wholeheartedly. So now I’m trying to find something I can handle after all these years I’ve spent hating books as such. And I did succeed to finish and even enjoy some books, but I would really appreciate some advice on whatever else, preferably similar to what I’ve got below.
So the things that I’ve actually managed are…
Animal Farm, The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, 1984, The Elegance of a Hedgehog (only because it’s very ‘real’ and relatable, slow as a snail though), Lord of the Flies (the ultimate ‘tough and something is always happening’ thing) and The German sniper on the Eastern front (tough and heavy stories is also something I like).
Can I get some book advice so I can officially join the bookworm army?
by DrPapug
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honestly, get into YA fiction. most books for adults are boring lol. i’m doing a Percy Jackson reread because they’ve just turned the first book of the series into a show! you’ll be reading at a lower level but they tend to be action packed and they still have good story lines
Try any book that’s had a lot of hype recently e.g. Lessons in Chemistry or Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow. They tend to keep you hooked with something always happening. I’m currently reading the Jack Reacher series – they’re action packed with fast paced storylines and well paced plot. All else fails, reread Harry Potter haha. Hope you find something you like, happy reading!
A Simple Plan by Scott Smith
It’s a psychological, suspenseful thriller. It seem like when one problem got solved another arose meanwhile as the reader you’re like WTF.
It’s about a guy & his brother finds millions of dollars in a wreck. They decide to make a simple plan then everything goes wrong
I say try some mystery thrillers:
– Lock Every Door by Riley Sager
– Watching You by Lisa Jewell
– The Family Game by Catherine Steadman
Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
One of the twistiest books I’ve read in awhile, and VERY fun.
Roadside Picnic by Strugatsky,
David Benioff City of Theives,
The Queen’s thief,
Murderbot Diaries,
Black Water sister,
A Deadly Education and sequels
Here’s a thought. Pick something and just start reading.
In my early 20’s I decided to read Hemingway for a year. It was tough, and honestly a bit boring at first, until I adjusted to his unique style 37 years later I am a big fan. I suppose my point is that I need to put in a bit of effort and learn how to read Hemingway.
I’ve done other things like read about the Canadian-US border during the 1770’s which also became interesting with some effort on my part.
Who cares if you enjoy fantasy? Romance? Sports? the most important thing is that you train your brain and your body to read information and take it into your mind – preferably every single day.
Yes, I come from a long history of readers – I remember swapping books with my father and uncle in elementary school. I wish the same for all other young readers.
The beach by Alex garland