Top Ten Tuesday, a concept started by The Broke and the Bookish, is a themed post that connects bloggers to bloggers, bloggers to readers, and readers to readers. Every Tuesday has a special topic, and this Tuesday is Top Ten Reasons Why I Love Being a Blogger/Reader
Why I Love Being a Blogger
1. With Quirk, I get to further rant or fangirl on topics discussed in class or at the bookstore. Like how you can spot excellent YA fantasy, or notice trends in the fractured fairy tale market.
2. It’s easier to keep up with the latest hype when you’re blogging about it and actively seeking it.
3. I get to talk to other bookworms around the world. What great conversations we have!
4. It keeps my to-read list in line. Reviewing books motivates me to read and review more!
5. Blogging has been a part of my life for a very long time, and it seems strange to just not “talk to strangers” on the internet.
Why I Love Being a Reader
1. I get to travel to faraway places I’ve never been, or revisit places I have been.
2. There’s just something about experiencing another’s life, even fictional, that’s thrilling and exciting.
3. I’m constantly learning. Especially with historical fiction — if it’s based on true events, I end up researching those true events. If it’s based on a classic, I find that classic. If it’s fantasy, I’m wowed by yet another entirely different world created by one person’s imagination.
4. The universal sign of a reader — reading in public places, taking forever to find books in libraries/bookstores, carrying a book at all times — tends to also be a universal sign for a friend. It’s like a code for introverted people: this person is safe. Go discuss books.
5. Being a reader means getting to talk about the books, and that’s the greatest.
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6 thoughts on “Top Ten Tuesday: Reasons I Love Blogging/Reading”
Amy M.
“4. The universal sign of a reader — reading in public places, taking forever to find books in libraries/bookstores, carrying a book at all times — tends to also be a universal sign for a friend. It’s like a code for introverted people: this person is safe. Go discuss books.” I love that one! It’s not on my list, but yes. Although not every reader is easy to talk to I’ve noticed. I work in a bookstore, and some readers can be quite difficult. Great list!
Laura
I work at a bookstore too. Usually you can spot those “not easy to talk to readers” because they sort of have that twitchy fight-or-flight attitude when you approach them or ask them about books. I mentally pat their shoulders and move on — completely understand the need for space and desire to avoid ambush scenarios.
Ellie M.
Those are really awesome points! I totally agree with you 😀
My Top Ten this week!
Reviews from a Bookworm
Amazing list! Number 4 of your reading picks is my favourite ❤ I can get lost in book shops, always have a book on me and will read anywhere and everywhere. Finding other people like that even over the internet makes me happy.My TTT.
Doris Elysia
I love this topic and seeing everyone’s reasons for being a reader and blogger.
Awesome list ❤
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Jody
Great list, Laura! I especially love how you described #4: 4. The universal sign of a reader — reading in public places, taking forever to find books in libraries/bookstores, carrying a book at all times — tends to also be a universal sign for a friend. It’s like a code for introverted people: this person is safe. Go discuss books.
Exactly!