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Begin your reading journey by setting a realistic goal. Try to be specific; for example, you might want to read 24 books this year or set aside reading time every day. Think of how you can make reading a habit—and if you need help creating habits, check out Atomic Habits by James Clear! This popular book is a must-read for anyone who wants to make new habits stick.
Never wonder what to read next by curating a TBR (To Be Read) list. Keep your reading life thriving by always having a list of books waiting for you. Be sure to add some upcoming releases to your TBR as well; the anticipation will make them even more exciting to read.
Tracking your reading is key to keeping an eye on your habits and your progress toward your goal. Goodreads is a classic reading website and app, but new apps like Storygraph are becoming popular. More of a pen-and-paper person? A page in a notebook also does the trick.
Don’t forget about your local library! If you don’t already have a library card, it might be worth stopping by your library to get one. Visiting the library allows you to explore reading without the financial investment. Additionally, many libraries now give patrons access to ebooks and audiobooks that you can check out from the comfort of your own home.
Diversify your reading experience by exploring different reading formats, switching between the tangible enjoyment of physical books and the convenience of ebooks and audiobooks. This is a great way to infuse reading into your daily life—think listening to an audiobook at the gym and enjoying a physical book at home before bed.
Join book communities online, like #booktok, where readers come together to share recommendations, post reviews, and discuss stories. Or, take your community offline by joining or starting a book club! Connecting with fellow book lovers can enrich your reading experience and introduce you to hidden literary gems.
Challenge yourself to explore new genres and expand your reading horizons—dive into poetry, thrillers, historical fiction, memoirs, and more. Some readers enjoy juggling multiple books simultaneously, such as reading a fiction novel and a nonfiction book, to keep things interesting.
As you work towards your reading goal, remember that reading shouldn’t be stressful—the point is to enjoy it! If you’re having trouble keeping up with your goal, don't be afraid to adjust it. You can change your goal at any point to better align with your life.
My goal is 30 books this year.
I would love to be able to set a reading goal but I have 2 kids under 4 and my husband is deployed.
My reading goal is 40 books this year.
i haven't been able to read this month but will get back to it
I try to read 15 books a year
I am a bookworm and read 20 books per year.
I love to read I?ve been on a paranormal romance kick lately and reading all of Suzanne wrights books!
Excited to read Rupi Kaur?s poetry books as well as the latest title by Nicholas Sparks!
My goal this year is 50 and I'm already on 17.
I did not set a reading goal- I am so busy going to my kids events. I hope that I can read about three books this year.
I like Lee Child, Ken Follett and Diana Gabaldon books and plan to read as much as possible!
I don't set goals bc I haven't had time to read :( I love to read tho.
I love to read and typically can read a book in about a few days! I'm hoping to keep that going for myself because I love reading and it's an amazing escape. Being a stay at home Mom/homeschool teacher I need another world to escape to for a few hours ! Reading has helped me through alot.
I love to read and read an average of 200 books a year, usually closer to 300. I read books on the kindle app on my phone and on my kindle fire. I love to read!
I use the Libby app from my library to read books during my one-hour (each way) commute to work!