Are you new to the readers' club and wondering how to get started? Here is a beginner's guide to reading books efficiently
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Opt for the right genre
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Instead of randomly picking up any book from the shelf, think of the genre that intrigues you or you may not be able to enjoy the reading experience
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Ask for recommendations
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Ask your friends and colleagues for book recommendations of a particular genre. This will allow you to choose one of the best page-turners without having to go through a boring reading experience
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Read book reviews
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Read the book reviews both online and offline to get insights from other readers before starting a book. These reviews allow one to analyse the reading experiences of others
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Go for a light read
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Opt for books that have lighter plots and are easier to understand. Finishing a book with a shorter story line will provide a sense of achievement that will push you to read more
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Download ebooks
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If you are not a big fan of reading from the hard-copy of the book then download ebooks available online. You can conveniently read these ebooks anytime and anywhere on your mobile phone
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Be consistent
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It is very important to be consistent while reading a book to inculcate a reading habit in your life. In your free time avoid distractions and engage yourself in reading the book that you have started
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Discuss with friends
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Discussing the plot of the book with your friends keeps you excited to read further and intrigues others to read as well. It also allows you to understand others' perspectives and opinions regarding the book