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We are a month into 2017 and it is the time when resolutions<\/a> start fading away. This is\u00a0the time I like to go back and reassess\u00a0plans. and renew promises I made to myself. Looking back into my 2017 plans and the past month, I am glad to see my reading on track<\/a>. I have read 10+ books the first month of the year and it is definitely a promising trend. I haven’t read any “big” books just yet.<\/p>\n

[bctt tweet=”Gone with the Wind and A Suitable Boy will be my big reads for 2017 #Read2017 #Poohsden” username=”vinitha”]<\/p>\n

I have been asked by many how I manage to read so many books and make time for reading. I don’t have a formula for it but here are 5 ways to read more and reach those reading goals.<\/p>\n

[bctt tweet=”Being obsessed and addicted to books is a wonderful thing. #bookworm #Poohsden” username=”vinitha”]<\/p>\n

Audio Books<\/h2>\n

I joined the audio books bandwagon quite late and I am not the biggest fan till date. But I find audio books are great for road trips and commutes. I especially love listening to classics. Often I read a book and then listen to it. It is a totally different experience. I recently read The Hobbit and now I plan to listen to it along with kuttyma. At 7, she isn’t ready to read The Hobbit but I am sure she will enjoy listening to it.<\/p>\n

[bctt tweet=”Often I read a book and then listen to it. It is a totally different experience. #bookworm #poohsden” username=”vinitha”]<\/p>\n

Carry a Book<\/h2>\n

This is probably the simplest and easiest way to read more. I always try to have a book with me. I usually have one in the car or my bag. I find that I read more when I have a book in hand. Recently, I found myself reading my book while waiting for the Spelling Bee contest at kuttyma’s school to begin.<\/p>\n

\"Read<\/p>\n

Books on the Phone<\/h2>\n

I always load up my smartphone with a book or two (or more). E-books are great for those times when you don’t can’t open a paper book or forget the book. Like at nights when I am snuggling with kuttyma and the lights are off. Yes, I know reading e-books is not like reading an actual book but I prefer to read than waste my time doing nothing.<\/p>\n

Many of the classics are free for downloading on Amazon. I also\u00a0borrow e-books from my local library.<\/p>\n

Themed Reading and Challenges<\/h2>\n

I love a good challenge. The past few years I haven’t been a part of challenges as I find they take up a lot of time. But if you are looking to read more and need the extra push, join a challenge. There are numerous challenges hosted by various blogs. And then there is the Goodreads Challenge.<\/p>\n

One of my travel resolutions <\/a>is\u00a0to read books set in places I travel to or works of authors hailing from those places. I currently have Emily Giffin’s First Comes Love on my nightstand. This book is set in Atlanta – a place I visited recently. I also plan to re-read Gone with the Wind written by Atlanta native, Margaret Mitchell.<\/p>\n

Reading Time and Buddies<\/h2>\n

Having a dedicated reading time, is one of the best ways to read more. Set a timer for 15 minutes or whatever works for you and read. Do it regularly and soon you will find yourself reading more.<\/p>\n

Like everyone else, readers need buddies too. A network of supporting readers is a great way to read more. I rely on Twitter for my support system. My Read 2017 plans <\/a>are heavily influenced by book buddies. Hooray for book buddies!<\/p>\n

How do you make reading a part of your daily life? Do you have tips to read more?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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