Whats a good way to start reading books on a regular basis?

Question

Im 30
Have a college degree
Never ever ever read books outside the school curriculm.

How do i get into it, whats the key? THANKs

Answer 1

Find something that is interesting to you, check the reviews on Amazon.com and buy it. Set aside a specific time of the day when you read your book.

Answer 2

do you work-out? have any other hobbies?
If yes, then you realize it takes a regimen to develop a habit, especially a healthy one. Reading is an exercise for the brain and mind, stimulating the brain's comprehension ability and the mind's ability to expand your imagination &/or knowledge.
I: think a question you need to answer first is:
Why do you want to read?
This answer must be a strong enough conviction so you may refer back to it when you are first developing the habit of reading recreationally. If not, what's the sense to even start the change?

Let's say you want to increase leisure reading because it appears to provide others who "get into it" with something I want such as a healthy way to pass the time while waiting/traveling as I have these situations in my life. Or I find sitting in front of the television to be mind-numbing and I wish to find a better alternative.

To begin, pick a genre you have interest in...music, mystery, science fiction, non-fiction, biography of movie stars, autobiography, whatever. If this does'nt click then read what others are reading as determined by bestseller lists, Oprah, local librarian, people you work with, e.g., "Hey, Joe/Jane, I noticed you reading the other day, do you recommend the book?"

Now that you have the precious mind expanding bundle of infinite possibility in your possession, that is, you have a book, find a quiet place that has some comfort associated with it. To learn a new habit, you may have to change. Try visiting the reading room at your local library, college, etc. Or create a reading nook in your abode. Can't be too comfy or it's off to the land of nod you may go. Or if you usually have the television on, don't try reading in your favorite Laz-e-boy recliner, you may simply click the remote out of habit the minute you find you aren't into it yet.

As a college graduate, you have the ability to exercise this choice in developing an affection for reading for readings sake. Its much like taking a trip without ever leaving the farm.

Answer 3

It somewhat depends on why you want to start reading books. Is it for your personal entertainment? Do you want to impress someone? Are you doing it to get ahead at work? Also, what are your interests and do you have any?

If this is for your personal enjoyment, and you have interests, you could consult with your public librarian about books in that area. There are various books that list recommended books. If you don't have any particular interests, check the NY Times best seller list and see if any of those books sound interesting. There are also annual prizes for best books (e.g. National Book Award and Pulizer Prize). If you are doing this for work, you can ask your colleagues what they are reading, or if you are in the business field, the Wall Street Journal has a best seller list, or again, check with a librarian. If you are going for something a bit deeper, there are various books that provide lifetime reading plans (e.g. How to Read a Book).
Once you have a book or two in hand, find yourself a quiet place and start reading. You might want to consider setting aside a particular time for reading. This again somewhat depends on you. If you are an early riser, maybe you can read before you start your regular routine. If you are a night person, try to read for an hour before you go to bed. If you have a substantial commute and us public transportation, read on the bus or train. If you commute in your car, your could try listening to recorded books. This is a somewhat different experience than actual reading, but it can be just as enjoyable in its own way. I listen to a lot of books on my way to and from work. Often I think to myself that I would never have finished a particular book on my own, but liked hearing someone else read it to me.

Good luck.

Answer 4

First, figure-out your likes/dislikes for particular genre: do you prefer thrillers, mysteries, scifi, romance, horror, etc. Second, go to your neighborhood library and talk to the librarian about your preferences. Or, visit an online book review website. Third, check-out some books or purchase some. Lastly, set-up a time each day when you have time to enjoy a couple of chapters. I prefer to read just before bedtime. I can escape the concerns of the day and get relaxed enough to sleep. Give it shot and good luck.

Answer 5

First, go to the library instead of buying the book. That way if you don't like it you don't waste your money. You can always go somewhere and buy it if you do like it enough. Second, think about what kind of books you would like. Do you like biographies or science fiction? If you stick to what interests you reading will be fun and not a chore.