Today, we’re going to talk about the magic of books. If you’re already a book-lover, then you can use this post to remind yourself how awesome books truly are. But if you aren’t sure if books are really magic, or if they’re just time-wasters, then this post is definitely for you.
My History with Books
When I was a kid, I remember being told that in books, you can go anywhere you want, and be anyone you want to be. I never really realized how cool it is to read a book until my mom gave me Little House on the Prairie to read when I was about eight or nine, and we had a contest to see who would finish first. I really got into it, and finished first. From then on, I kept reading. I especially liked the Mandie series and read them over and over.
Now
So, now, I never leave the house without a book to read. I use books as a way to escape, especially when I’m upset. Right now I’m really into Keeper of the Lost Cities and Harry Potter.
So, now moving on to . . .
The Many Benefits of Reading
- Escape! Anytime you need to escape from your crazy life, and you just can’t take it anymore . . . Books are there for you! Yeah, okay . . . that was a bit cheesy.
- You can be anyone and anywhere. You could be a wizard, fighting Death Eaters (Harry Potter). Or you could be learning to use your awesome abilities with Sophie Foster and her friends (Keeper of the Lost Cities).
- Are you actually reading the words? Or are you right there in the scene, watching everyone fight? When I read, I never see the words. Just pictures. How is that not awesome?
- Feeling lonely? Go see your friends!
Next week, we’ll talk about the benefits of being an author and what the different types of writing are. See you then!
And don’t forget to comment! Let me know if you can think of more benefits!
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