WHY READ?

In years past I've done my best to learn speed-reading techniques. After all, there are so many great books, and I want to get through them all. But my thinking has changed. You see, I now understand I'll never read all the goodies and that's okay.

What I want is to glean more from each book, savor delicious passages like fine chocolate, and give the larger themes a chance to sink in. I think there's a lot of opportunity to experience life a different way, and make the time I spend between the pages about more than entertainment. Of course, a fun read for entertainment only still has its place!

When I do book reviews, I'm going to include how the book make me think, how it changed me, or what kind of impact it had. Now, that doesn't mean I won't post the canned book review from time to time, if I run out of time before a review comes around. But I'd love to discuss books with others who might be reading the same book or are interested in the main theme.

My question to you: what is your purpose when you pick up a book?

A. Entertainment Only--reading is my fun time and a great way to escape. Better than Calgon!

B. Deeper Meaning--I believe books can add a deeper meaning to my life and give me a new perspective.

C. Information Only--I like non-fiction and my reading time has a definite purpose.

D. I don't read, unless you count traffic signs.

E. Obligatory "Other" Category

Where do you fall? If you answer "other" I'd love to know why!