Welcome to my first Top Ten Tuesday! This bookish meme was hosted by The Broke and the Bookish, and has been going since June 2010! Since January 2018 Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl.
I always love reading the Top Ten Tuesday posts from my favourite book bloggers, and have thought about starting it myself, but it was never the “perfect” time or the right prompt to kick off.
This Tuesday, I think the prompt is a great topic for my first post, and it will help you get to know me better.
I have been blogging for a couple of years now, but have started to blog about books around 2 years ago. During those 2 years, a lot has changed around my reading habits and my life in general.
1. I go to the library less often now
I used to go to the library quite often before I started blogging. But as soon as I started having monthly TBRs and being more organised about what I was reading, there is no need for me to go to the library and grab a random read anymore.
2. I used to love romance
I still love romance, but I think that other genres are more appealing to me now, such as YA Fantasy and Psychological Thrillers.
3. I used to read more classics
I haven’t read many classics since I started blogging. And I think the reason is that I am still unsure on how I am supposed to rate them properly and give them the respect they deserve.
4. I read in public more often
As an introvert, I would usually stick to my comfy spot in my house when it comes to reading. But since I took on my blogging journey, I have been reading on trains, in coffee shops, parks and even shopping malls, and I have been enjoying every moment of it!
5. I rarely DNF books
It is very hard for me to give up on a book. I feel a responsibility to read at least half of the book, before being able to give any kind of feedback on it. This rarely happens though, because before I start reading a book, I have a look at the cover, synopsis and a couple of reviews to see whether it would be fit for my taste. This sort of eliminates a lot of possibility for me to not like it.
6. Tracking my reading
I used to read books and then forget about them. If I try to recall all the books I have read pre-blogging, I would not gather all titles. But try asking me now – I can tell you exactly what books I have read, when I read them, what rating I gave them and what my favourite quote was.
7. Social Media Usage and Making Friends
I have become much more active on Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Goodreads, and I love sharing my reading progress and meeting people that share the same reading habits as I do. The book community is a special one!
8. I am picky about my format
Even though I read e-books and listed to audiobooks occasionally, paperback is and will always remain my preferred book format. There is something special about flipping pages and smelling the books that no amount of future technology will be able to replace.
9. I buy second-hand books
I tend to go to charity shops and buy second-hand books. It is a much cheaper way to get all the books you want, and there is always such a big variety of books to choose from. Sometimes, the book will find its way to you, and this has happened to me a lot during these treasure hunts. There are also times though, when I will treat myself and buy that shiny hardcover I have been wanting for ages.
10. I don’t re-read books
I don’t re-read books because I don’t see the point. Perhaps because I can always come back and read my review to help me remember what I felt. I see it as a pointless waste of time. And I know that some people’s opinions change after reading a book for the second time, and this can be true, but to me, I would rather leave my first opinion intact and not interfere with my first experience of reading a certain book.
Let’s Talk:
What reading habits have changed in your life over the years? I would love to hear your opinion on this topic!
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Yes, I completely agree! It is amazing all the wonderful books you can find there, even some of the newest ones too.
I’ve also found myself much more interesting in my reading stats lately! Great list
Thank you Gabby!
It’s very interesting how reading habits change over the years. I know a lot of people don’t reread books, but I have a stable of my favorites that I revisit often. It’s not about changing opinion for me, it’s about loving the world and the characters and wanting to spend more time with them. I love when I read a new book that I know will be going on my frequently read schedule.
That’s a very interesting point! I should make myself a favourites shelf too and come back to them occasionally.
It’s amazing how tastes change. I have to agree with re-reading though. I’ve never been able to read a book that I already know the ending to.
Interesting how or tastes flex and evolve. I am ashamed to admit I have not been to the library or picked up a classic in years, I haven’t had time since I started blogging and reading for others. But I have expanded my genres and was so surprised to realized I enjoyed types of books I had avoided in the past.
This is one of my favorite tags. I love learning about other peoples reading habits. Maybe I might squeeze one of these in one Tuesday.
Interesting post! For me, I have definitely reread books, but mostly because I find it so interesting to see how it has changed for me and impacts me. And some books are so wonderful to revisit! I’m with you, it’s been a while since I’ve been to the library but it also helps I can borrow e-books now.
I love this Top Ten Tuesday! It is so cool to see how everyone has changed in the past few years!
I also rarely DNF books. I always try and push through.
Great post. I’ll be honest I can’t remember the last time I stepped foot in a library – probably when I wasn’t there for the books but to use their ancestry database. I also read less romance now too. It used to be the only genre I read until I started blogging.
Great post, I also track books that I read and I am using more my social media as well. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome post.
I rarely DNF books myself so I relate to that one a lot. I think I’m the opposite about the library, to be honest. I seem to go a lot more now then I did then! I’m always scared it’ll be another one that closes, you know? I definitely disagree with rereading being pointless but agree that it’s definitely subjective to the person. Also, I buy a lot of secondhand books myself! So I’m always stoked when I see someone else does this, too.
I love to buy used books! There’s nothing like finding a good deal. In fact, it’s become a family tradition to hit up thrift stores when we’re on vacation. Ha! Great post!
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