“Books are like old friends that never leave our side.”
As the saying goes, books are always there for us to read and help us get through tough times. They are also a source of knowledge, entertainment, and personal growth.
These are the things that every book lover can relate to.
1. You can never have enough books!
Have you ever heard the expression “less is more”? It does not, however, apply here. It doesn’t matter what kind of books you want to read, or even whether you have enough time to read in a day, you can never get enough of buying books. Even with tens of unread books glaring you down from the bookshelf, you can’t help but check out (and eventually buy) more books to add to your never-ending list of books to read. And there’s nothing wrong with it! Because we all know that we will eventually get around to reading all of our books and revisiting the majority of them – which brings me to my next point.
2. Rereading a book may be an entirely new experience.
You’ve probably heard actors talk about how they read their scripts several times to prepare for their parts. This is because rereading can help you spot things you may have missed the first time. This is why revisiting novels results in a unique experience each time! It brings back memories of why you fell in love with the book in the first place. It transports you back to all of the memories associated with that book and allows you to see things more clearly. Some novels hold a special place in our hearts, and revisiting them is just as rewarding as reading them for the first time. When you read a fictitious book, you may experience the narrative you grew to love in the past. And, if it’s a non-fiction book, it reminds you of everything you’ve already learned. An excellent book may be read again and again, regardless of its genre.
3. Book hangovers are real.
Every now and then, we become acquainted with a book that appears out of nowhere and convinces us that we will never read another book as excellent as that one… until another book makes us feel the same way. However, “moving on” from one book to the next is not as simple as it appears! That sensation of wanting to finish a book as soon as possible but still not wanting it to stop is true, and it is something that every book lover experiences at some point. And, as corny as it may seem, certain novels tend to linger on in our hearts and imaginations long after the tale has concluded. This is why it takes time to move on from an excellent book!
4. We’re emotional and we know it!
This one applies to all fiction fans out there. How many times have you sobbed because the protagonists couldn’t stop crying?! How many times have you gushed about how lovely the “big proposal” was? How often have you become enraged by the antagonist’s games? You are not required to inform me. I’ve already figured out the answers a few times. If books have taught me anything, it is that I am far more emotional than I previously assumed. And every book fan I’ve spoken to has had the same sentiment. Good books make you feel sorry for people who aren’t even persons! However, a group of exceptionally well-written characters manages to make us fall in love with them. So, yeah, we are too emotional, and we are aware of it.
5. It’s so easy to bond over books.
One of the simplest methods I’ve discovered to make new friends is to inquire if they read. And if they do, you can bet the topic won’t be over anytime soon! What if you and that other individual both share the same favorite author or book?! Then you already know you’ve made a new buddy! One of the finest ways to connect with others is to discuss mutual interests. And book discussions are usually long-lasting, owing to the abundance of wonderful books!
