Hi all,
I know we've all been there, where we just can't bring ourselves to read a book. Where it starts to feel like a chore rather than an escape. This week, I thought I'd give you some tips on how to hopefully break out of your reading slump!
Re-read old books
If you have a comfort book, give it a read again! It doesn't matter how many times you read a book, as long as you enjoy doing it. Re-reading an old favourite might reignite your passion once more.
Read audiobooks
This can make reading easier as you just have to listen. You can read while doing chores, going out or even just laying in bed. Instead of having to focus on the page, you can just let your mind drift off.
Read graphic novels
Graphic novels are easy to read and have plenty of visuals for when your mind doesn't feel like imagining the book's events. Some of them can be quite short as well, so you don't have to spend hours reading it if you don't want to.
Read a short book
Instead of picking up a full-length novel, try a novel or a smaller book. You'll find yourself enjoying reading again without devoting too much time to one story.
Read fanfiction
If there's a book you absolutely love and that's what you want to read more of, try fanfiction. There are thousands of stories out there written by fans to suit anyone who loves a book.
Read short stories
Short stories won't take too long to read, so it won't take too much of a toll on your mind. After reading a few, you might find yourself building up to bigger books again.
Read a book by your favourite author
If you've previously loved a book by your favourite author, why not try one of their other books? You might be pleasantly surprised to find a new favourite!
Read in short bursts
Instead of pushing yourself to read a few chapters or for an hour, read in short bursts instead. Maybe ten pages and then take a break, or just a chapter. Your mind will dwell on the book's events more and you might find yourself going back to read more.
Read a new genre
If you're not interested in any of the books that are out in your favourite genre, why not try a new one? Several genres have a lot of crossover that can make it easy to read a new one. Like horror? Try mystery or paranormal books. Like fantasy? Try LitRPG books.
That's it for this week! I've had reading slumps before and they can be tough to get out of if you're not motivated to read. But I hope this post helps anyone who might be struggling. See you next week.
