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Looking to find that perfect book? Whether you’re an avid reader or just hopping onto the reading train, choosing a good book to read can seem like an overwhelming task, especially with so many books to choose from. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve got the best tips and tricks for picking out what you’ll read next. Who knows? You may just find your next 5-star read.
Things You Should Know
Steps
Community Q&A
- QuestionAm I able to trust the description when determining whether a book is good?Community AnswerDon't judge a book by its cover! Descriptions can often be quite deceiving about the quality of the book and are mostly just cliffhangers that entice you into picking up the book. They also help you find out if the book is your cup of tea, but they shouldn't be used as the sole determining factor when deciding if you should read it. If you can't decide whether to trust a description of a particular book, you can look up reviews of that book online instead.
- QuestionShould I pay attention to what the public is saying about a certain book?Community AnswerYes and no. Listening to an outside source can ruin a book by giving you opinions you wouldn't otherwise have. But if you check the star rating on a book, or what rewards it has gotten, it will give you a pretty good idea without giving expectations.
- QuestionHow important is the cover?AlexaCommunity AnswerNot as much as you think. The story is what's important.
Tips
- Avoid pushing yourself to finish a book you don’t like. Reading should be a fun and enjoyable activity, not something you force yourself to do. Give yourself around 50 to 100 pages and if you still don’t like the book, put it down and try something else.[10]Thanks
- Keep a TBR (To Be Read) or reading list of all the books you want to read.Thanks
- Read a book’s sample online before buying a book. This way, you’ll know if you want to continue reading before making a purchase.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://youtu.be/Kmh2lHBCj3Y?t=256
- ↑ https://youtu.be/Kmh2lHBCj3Y?t=168
- ↑ https://youtu.be/dPor8IoZ3Bw?t=86
- ↑ https://bookriot.com/how-to-pick-books-book-club/
- ↑ https://youtu.be/BFujoW19YEU?t=157
- ↑ https://natlib.govt.nz/blog/posts/how-do-you-choose-a-book-to-read
- ↑ https://youtu.be/g6Wv9VZwsKA?t=105
- ↑ https://youtu.be/g6Wv9VZwsKA?t=244
- ↑ https://youtu.be/BFujoW19YEU?t=124
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