5 Reasons Why You Need To Be An Avid Reader
I LOVE to read! My family calls me a “professional student” because I have been going to school non-stop all my life. But I can’t help it! I love to read. However, just because I’m in school doesn’t mean I give up on reading. You do not need to be in school to fall in love with reading. There are so many perks that come with you being a book lover! Here are five excellent reasons why you need to be an avid reader.
I received the free products mentioned in this post from Book of the Month.
1. Read Anytime, Anywhere
So, for those who say, “Oh, I can’t read that much because I’m always on the go,” you must find another excuse. There are these beautiful things called audiobooks!
They only have fun on the road, so I pop on an audiobook and listen to an amazing story. Many apps, such as Audible, sell audiobooks so you can hear through your phone wherever you are. Sign up with Audible to get started!
Ebooks are another way to read while on the go. If you dislike purchasing physical books, you can always download them digitally. If you have a smart device, your book can be delivered to your fingertips. So, no matter your needs, there is always a way to get your books to you and get to reading! You can download and read ebooks from Amazon Prime any time, anywhere.
2. Expand Your Mind
Books are fantastic because they help to expand your mind. Reading allows you to travel the world, understand different cultures, and practice empathy. This is especially true with fictional books because you can interpret them differently and find hidden themes.
One book can touch your soul in a way no other thing can. Once you’ve finished a book, you feel you have gained new friends and can interact with people differently. After listening to a story about unappealing characters, I have connected to some less appealing characters. You learn that everyone is complex, that everything deserves love, and that a person can live forever through a story. Being an avid reader will only do wonders for you!
3. Become an Intellectual Friend
You know that image of a person in a lovely evening blazer, with a brandy in one hand and a book in the other? That person who seems to have their life together because they can sip brandy and read a book? This is the kind of intellectual I’m talking about.
My goal has always been to be the intellectual one among my friends. I want to be the wise one they can come to with deep questions. Do you know where I got that intellect? Books. Yes, some of it has come from me being in school, but when you think about it, school is just a person telling you to read many books.
You’re just cutting out the middle man if you’re not in school. You can be the one that all your friends come to for advice and book suggestions. Plus, being intellectual is so sexy. Others will be attracted to you, and you’ll get a good confidence boost. Nothing is hotter than a big brain.
4. Vacation From Stress
Remember how I said before that you could travel through books? Well, there’s no better way to de-stress than to take a vacation in your home!
Going away sounds better; however, buying a book is way more budget-friendly than buying a plane ticket. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have the time or money to get away whenever I’m stressed. So, instead, I have my book as my private getaway.
A good story can transport you to any time or place. One minute I could be sitting in the library surrounded by homework, and the next I’m falling madly in love with a vampire (#TeamEdward). The places you visit when reading or listening to a book are unique. I love listening to audiobooks while traveling because it makes the trip go by so much faster. Instead of being stuck in traffic, I’m solving a murder mystery on a cruise.
So, if you constantly stress, there is no better way to unwind (on the cheap!) than by being an avid reader.
5. Book of the Month Club
If you have never known which book is right for you, there is a fantastic company called Book of the Month! It is a subscription box book club dedicated to helping avid readers find great new fiction and nonfiction titles.
Book of the Month works hard to bring thitsembers books that are genuinely worth reading—well-written, immersive stories that will transport you, give you thrills, and tug at your heartstrings—a. They’veeen championing such literary diamonds for over 90 years.
How does it work?
Each month, their panel of Judges selects five great new books. Selections are announced on the first of the month, and members can choose which book they would like to receive. All plans include one hardcover book each month and free shipping. Members can add up to two books to their monthly box for $9.99 each. Membership plans start at $11.99/month.
I love that they give me five options, and I can choose from them. I will probably never hear of so many great books out there. However, thanks to Book of the Month, I am given five excellent options each month. After choosing my books, they were mailed to me with a super cute tote and a note!
I only listed a few reasons you should be an avid reader, but there are many more. I suggest you choose the Book of the Month so you can choose from the five best books each month.
Go forth and read, my friends!
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I received the free products mentioned in this post from Book of the Month.
