Some studies suggest reading regularly for at least 15 minutes a day can make a huge difference to your reading. It is also a great way to build a robust reading habit, especially if this can be built into your daily routines. Reading does not have to be traditional novels - newspapers and magazines, graphic novels and non-fiction, for example, can all contribute to building a reading habit. Some people prefer print books, while others may enjoy using an e-book reader, and may also find apps that track their progress motivating. If you are motivated to read because you have found engaging material in a format that you really enjoy, you are much more likely to read regularly than if you feel that you are being forced to read because it is good for you!
You might want also to consider listening to a book. Audiobooks have been shown to have a positive impact on vocabulary learning, listening comprehension and reading motivation and are a wonderful way to enjoy sharing and discussing books with family and friends - they are ideal for long car journeys. Audio books are available to borrow online for free from the Guille-Allès Library – have a look at the Subscription Databases page on our Virtual Library homepage. You could also join our Listen at Lunchtime group (1.25-1.55 on Fridays in the Senior Library), where we enjoy listening to a good story, well told, in the company of friends.
Whether you are an avid or reluctant reader or somewhere in between, age-appropriate book recommendations are often helpful. Have a look below for some ideas to get you going!
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If you have certain books or authors that you have already enjoyed and want some recommendations based on those, you could try Booktrust's What to Read After tool or, if you can't find their favourite books on this then try What Should I Read Next - but be aware that this is not a site aimed specifically at children so some of the results may not be age appropriate.