In my job, I am asked about what to read. Here are a few of the ways I pick something to read...I have to say that over the years I have changed my methodology. I used to just read what I liked. How did I know that? Well I would take about 20 books home, read the first couple chapters...if it didn't grab me, I would put it down and try another one. I used to pick only a couple different genres...mystery, suspense, romance, westerns, science fiction, horror...I went through several phases. Now, this is how I decide...
- Does it look interesting?
- Does the story grab me?
- Did someone recommend it?
- What is the subject matter?
- Have I read about it somewhere?
- Is it a genre I enjoy?
I have also expanded what I will read. I read things that are out of my comfort zone...and have been pleasantly surprised! So, try something new and different, you never know what gems you will find!
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