How many times have you started reading a book with all the good intentions of completing it on time, only to find that you marked a page and forgot to pick it up again in weeks or sometimes months? It’s time to rededicate yourself to completing a book or two as we celebrate National Blitz Book Month in January.
Here are 7 simple tips to get into the swing of the celebration:
1. Set a book reading goal of how many books you want to read this month. If you’re only trying to read one, take the number of pages in the book, divide it by the number of days in the month, and then commit to reading at least that many pages per day. The more you can read than the designated number of pages, the faster you’ll finish the book.
2. Start a personal library. Start by collecting books that you love to read. Gradually add reference books and other genres to add versatility to your reading routine. Library book sales and garage sales are some good places to find inexpensive books to add to your collection.
3. Check with writing groups, book clubs, or publisher recommended reading lists to find books you’re interested in reading and adding to your collection.
4. Get a reading accountability buddy to help you keep up with your set reading goals. You will reciprocate by doing the same for them. Having a buddy will help keep you engaged and hold you accountable for your reading goals.
5. The book exchange is another great idea to help save money on buying so many. If you have friends or family who like to read, you can trade a book or two with them.
6. Attend area book and poetry readings during the month. Mingle with other attendees and the author at these events.
7. Take advantage of the best format in which you enjoy reading books. Whether it’s an ebook, on your Kindle, iPad, an audiobook, or traditional hardback and paperback versions, enjoy whichever format you prefer.
The novelty of the new year is such a refreshing time to embrace the essence of books and learn more about their authors. National Blitz Book Month is a perfect time to start and commit to the beauty of reading.
