Try to stick to an average of two books a week. There will be ebbs and flows in your reading. Some weeks you may only read half a book while other weeks you may read five books. If you’re feeling overwhelmed about your lack of progress, read a few shorter books to get ahead quickly.
You don’t have to completely remove these activities from your schedule, but cut back on them and use that time for reading.
Keeping a record of what you have read will help you know how many books you have left. It’s also fun to watch your list grow as you finish more and more books. Consider keeping a journal about the books you have read. If you enjoy writing, this can be a great way to engage with what you read and improve your writing skills at the same time. [4] X Expert Source Grant Faulkner, MAProfessional Writer Expert Interview. 8 January 2019.
Once you start increasing your reading, you’ll find it easier to find more time to read.
Audiobooks can be expensive, but look at your local library to see if you can check some out from there. Audiobook subscriptions are also a cheaper way to get audiobooks.
Challenge them to read 100 books a year with you. Keep score! If they start beating you, it will motivate you to read more!
If you commute, read on the train. Read on your breaks at work instead of socializing. Read at the doctor’s office while you wait for you appointment. Read instead of checking social media or watching T. V.
If you’re reading a book you just can’t put down, it will be easier to read more often. Not every book is for you. Don’t feel guilty because you can’t get excited about a book your friends have raved about. Read what interests you!
Small ten minute reading sessions while waiting for the bus will add up over time.
Having multiple books encourages you to read more often because you can read what you are most interested in at that moment.
If you have money to spend, go to the bookstore and buy a new or used book. The more books you own, the more options you have to read. This will keep your momentum going to reach your goal of 100+ books. Buying books in bulk guarantees that you will always have a book nearby to start immediately after finishing the last one. An alternative to buying in bulk is to use the library, borrow books from a friend, or use ebook sites with free downloads such as Project Gutenberg, iBooks, and Libri Vox. Keep a list of books you want to read and refer to that when you’re having trouble figuring out what to read.
Even if you don’t make it through the list, it’s a good place to find ideas for what to read next.
