Tag: Books
Some of the Best Book Collections
Books are renowned for their aesthetic abilities, so here are some of my favourite collections of authors’ works or series. Kazuo Ishiguro — Modern F&F Faber & Faber’s minimalist approach to their modern reprints of Ishiguro’s work are amongst some of my favourite designs for a book cover, ever. Speaking of covers only: A Pale…
It’s Fine to Give Up on a Book
Reading is something we do for many reasons, but the key motives behind reading (especially fiction) are mental stimulation and entertainment value. And when such things are lacking, that’s when you know it’s fine to give up on a book and never finish it. To keep it simple: reading is supposed to be a fun…
Tips for Writing a Book Review
Offering tips for writing a book review is hard. Advice can vary not only based on the book in question, but the style of review, the depth of analysis, and how much of the book will be directly summarised and mentioned within the review. All of these introduce or invert the dos and do nots…
How to Combat Reader’s Block
Burnout, or reader’s block, can be a real pain. Here are some tips on how to conquer it!
Why We Like to Read
Do you ever sit back and wonder why it is we like to read? Not all of us question our habits, but sometimes it’s good to know what we enjoy about them and what compels us to sit down with nothing but words and our imagination for a few hours per week. 1. Escapism In…
More Tips For Easily Distracted Readers
Even more tips to help those of you who can’t always remain immersed in your reading. If you haven’t seen part one, simply click here. 1. Read During Off-Peak Hours Whether it be an hour before bed, or first thing in the morning, reading when the world around you is mostly asleep is a great…
Books I Read in June 2023
With June over, it’s time to recap what I finished reading in chronological order. Unfortunately, I started a lot of books, but haven’t quite finished them off — so I’ve got plenty to wrap up across the next few weeks! Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami I’ve been back and forth on this book since the…
Tips For Easily Distracted Readers
I’m sure you’ll agree that being interrupted whilst reading is a rather annoying affair. Not only does it throw away all your immersion, but it can really impede the tension of the story and the quality of your experience with the book. If you’re like me and prone to being dragged back into reality whilst…
Will AI Become a Part of Books & Novels?
With how much of a wave AI is making, and the amount of trouble and concern it is stirring up amongst artists and consumers, it does make you wonder if authors will begin using these tools to write whole sections of their (possibly) bestselling work. Is AI Really an Issue? Yes and no… it depends….
How to Read on a Budget
Many of us readers go about enjoying our books in different ways, and even in different formats. Some of us don’t read at all, instead opting to listen to our favourites be read to us (often by a high-profile name). For those who prefer to work a tad more traditionally, whether that be reading physical…
