What books can people with ADHD read easily? Please please read details before answering?

Question

I appologize for submitting this again, but my attention to detail stinks. I don't mean what are good books for/about adhd, I mean what are some NORMAL HUMAN books that people with ADHD could read easily? Like, the first harry potter book, or something more complex than a comic book, but not to detailed. I threw lord of the rings in the garbage, and the Bible made me OCD. Please help. I want to read something and get swept away with the story, to think about it when I'm not reading it, to stay up late and finish chapters.

I'm a 35yrs old male. Sorry. Stupid details, lol

Answer 1

I don't know what reading level or genre might interest you, but my son with similar problems really liked these books:

Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

Hatchet by Gary Paulsen (or anything by Paulsen)

The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton (or anything by Hinton)

My Side Of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George (or anything by George)

Some of the earlier Michael Crichton books like Jurassic Park.

Some of the earlier Stephen King books like Carrie, Christine, etc.

Gregor the Overlander books by Suzanne Collins (kinda aimed toward younger readers, but I'm an adult and really enjoyed them)

Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment and Maximum Ride: School's Out Forever by James Patterson.

The first 3 Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling are more manageable than the later books.

I noticed that you added your age. I'm an adult and have enjoyed everyone of these books, even though some are aimed toward the younger set.

Good Luck!

Answer 2

You don't say how old you are which would make it much easier to respond. I mean, are you looking for young adult books? Fiction or non-fiction? What type of literature do you want to read?

I would recommend going for short chapters. There are many authors who have written novels (Vonnegut Jr, Tom Robbins, etc) which have very short chapters. Of course, an author who occasionally writes in short chapters won't always so you will want to flip through to make sure that the author is keeping things tight enough for your attention span.

Another suggestion would be to purchase a few short story anthologies, preferably ones which collect shorter works by authors who are known for their novels. Then you can read the short stories and find writers whose works appeal to you.

Finally, you could try audio books. Before you jump up and say that it won't work because you could never sit still for one, think of things you can do while listening which would not distract you. Washing dishes. Doing ironing. Knitting or emroidery. Any of these things that will occupy your mind just enough to keep you from losing focus on the story being told in the background.

Still, it would have helped to know a little bit more about you other than some label. I get it. You have ADHD . . . but that is just one piece of a vast whole and I don't know if you like poetry or romance, spiritual books or memoirs. There is a plethora of possibilities and without more information I can only answer as best I can. I hope that the above helps at least a little.

Answer 3

I have ADHD so I think I know how you feel. I think the answer though isn't which books to read but how you go about reading them. First, if you are like me, you can read books you like and get really frustrated over books you don't like. So the first thing is to say it is OK to get frustrated. In other words, don't get judgmental or frustrated over being frustrated. I imagine you can tell pretty quickly if a book is confusing you or causing you grief, so the minute it does, just take a deep breath, put down the book and say, "Nope." Who knows. In a couple of years you might be able to get through it. Try books written in the first person, i.e., "I am going to tell you my story." If you're over 12, try "The Kite Runner" and "The Road", also most books by John Steinbeck. Simple but thoughtful. The thing is to read a few books you really enjoy. Then I'd go to the library and say to the librarian, "I read _____ and really liked it. Can you recommend a book that would be similar?" The librarian will probably be happy to help. Good luck. And just because lots of people like a certain book doesn't mean you have to.

Answer 4

ADDITION. I am 39 and have just finished my 5th Charlie Bone book in 4 days. They are exactly on the level of the first Harry Potter. Similar subject to. I really enjoy them even though they are for "younger" readers. The author is also British and brits write the BEST novels..
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Not knowing the age of the reader..My own son (8) is ADHD and would not / could not read a book. Finally we happened upon the magic tree house series. He could read these as they were very short stories but as they were a series each book left him wanting more. Each story is very different (also educational). Yet they go together. He currently reads one in a week to 10 days. WELL worth reading.

Answer 5

Look for books with short chapters, like
Holes, by Louis Sachar
Small Steps

Also books by Andrew Clements, in both YA and Juvenile section. He writes books with mature themes, but quick reads.

Also, Walter Dean Myers writes a lot of books which have unique presentation or format.

Answer 6

Well I love the Harry Potter series! and I have adhd. when i read those books I get so wrapped up in the book that i forget about everything else that is going on! I love them. i also think that the series of unfortunate events are good but they're kind of a lower level. i read them when i was in 4 grade! but still they are good.

Answer 7

I know some awesome books
Honk and Holler Opening soon Billie Letts
Maximum Ride James Patterson or peterson or p something
Jeremy Fink and The Meaning of life
Kingdom Keepers Ridely Pearson
the adventures of tom sawyer mark twain
LAST BUT NOT LEAST
Hoot Carl Hiaasen
ANything by him is good

Answer 8

You should know, people with ADHD are "normal humans" too. Just in case you weren't aware of that. Anyways, to answer your question, just try out lots of different books (supposing it is you who has ADHD). Eventually, you'll find series and authors and genres you really enjoy. Certain titles, such as those in adult books are harder to read because they are longer and maybe a little drier than, say young adult, though I enjoy them all. So, maybe a lighter young adult book, as well.

Answer 9

Watership Down.
Anything by Michener.
Try Barbara Kingsolver too.

Answer 10

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