Summer Lovin' Read-a-thon Update #2 and My Ultimate Reading Zone

 
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Hello readers,

So today I'm veering off from the read-a-thon schedule and doing my own thing.

An idea struck me yesterday evening that I should do a post about the preparations I make before I begin reading which become particularly extreme during a read-a-thon.

First though here's an Update to show the progress I'm making :

Update #2

 

Yesterday I read to page 123 out of 149 of Nancy Drew Files #7 - Deadly Doubles by Carolyn Keene.

 

I read 10 pages before school this morning so I've now only got 16 pages left !

 

After I finish I'll be reading J-17 Love Games by Jacqui Deevoy and I plan on getting to page 100.

 

Tonight I shall be reading from approximately 19:30 pm - 22:00 pm.

 



There's 3 different sections to cover so let's start already :

Overview

Usually the place I read is my bed so that's where my reading zone is.

I prefer reading in my bed to other places as it's comfy as well as quiet.

Also both my bookshelves surround me so I can pick any book I want without having to move.

Section #1 - Book related necessities

 

 

TBR pile , review book, pens and reading journal

 

The purpose of having these items close :

• TBR - Will motivate you to read and if you're not enjoying your current read then you can try something else.
• Review book - Good for writing notes for your reviews
• Pens - Obviously to write in your Review book and Reading Journal
• Reading Journal - As soon as you've finished a book you can record it.

 

Things I wouldn't recommend having near are items that will distract you from reading e.g your laptop.

 

 

Your Current read/s

 

Probably the most crucial and obvious thing that doesn't really require an explanation.

 

 

A Clock

 

Reading often makes me loose track of time and so I accidentally stay up too late and feel so tired at school the next day.

 

A clock is a cheap solution and if you can only read for a certain amount of time, set the alarm for the time you want to stop.



 

Section #2 - Food and Drink

 

 

 

A beverage

 

You can become so engrossed in a book that you can become dehydrated so having a drink will cure this problem.

 

I especially recommend putting ice cubes in as they will keep your drink cool plus a straw as it decreases your chance of a spillage.

 

 

Apple, Orange and Kiwi with a knife





While I'm reading is the best time for me to have my 5 a day as I can multi-task.

 

This is a particularly useful tip for : apple eaters as it can take you ages to devour one so you might as well do something productive at the time and people who don't usually get their 5 a day.

 

Make sure you pre-chop/peel though because it could shorten your reading time instead doing this as a pause after finishing a chapter.

 

Strawberries

 

Berries and grapes are the easiest thing to eat while reading and also a source of your 5 a day.

 

I mentioned Strawberries as they're also a reward for sweet-tooth's as you could always dip them into melted chocolate.

 

Perfect for the Summer Lovin' read-a-thon because they're often associated with this time of year.

 

Section #3 - Clothing and Cushions

 

 

 

 

 



A Comfy Jumper and Leggings (both from H&M)

 

Blankets may keep most of you warm but what about your arms ?

It's time to bring out your favourite Winter jumper and give it some Summer Love.

 

You want to be your most comfortable whilst reading so lounge wear is my recommendation  (a t-shirt and shorts or a jumper and leggings depending on the temperature) for daytime.

 

 

Pyjamas (Mine are from Primark)

 

 For those nights in with your boyfriend ... Your fictional one anyway !

 

 

Two pillows

I find that I'm less likely to slump if I use two pillows and I need two for back support because of the design of my bed.

 

Thank you for reading this post ! 

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Do you have your own reading zone ?

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Tomorrow I'll probably return to the schedule,

 

Mimi

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