In the case of good books, the point is not to see how many you can get through, but rather how many can get through to you. Mortimer J. Adler, American philosopher and educator
In some “book” groups I participate in on Facebook, there seems to be competition around how many books people have read. I read a fair amount of books each year but I have no goals—I simply read what I read. Some books are short and a fast-read, like The Bucket List by Rachael Hannah, a charming story of a woman finding her way, or long and complex like The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese, a family saga taking place in India.
Some are non-fiction like The In-Between by Hadley Vlahos, R.N., a book about the unforgettable encounters during life’s final moments, or The Wager by David Grann, a story of shipwreck, mutiny, and murder.
I don’t consume all of this “main course” reading without “dessert books” like Janet Evanovitch’s twenty-book series featuring Stephanie Plum, bail bonds person (I listen to these) or Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes, a fun read full of interesting characters.
Affirmation: I read!
Coaching ideas: If you don’t have time to sit down with a book or electronic device, consider audio books—a great resource for busy people. If you want to be challenged to read outside your comfort zone and try new genres and authors, consider joining a book club. If money is a consideration, get your books at the local library. Happy reading!
Life after losing a mother 