I don't really read physical paper books anymore, just my Kindle

I do read a ton of physical books to my kids, right now we are about 3/4 of the way through "Farmer Boy" by Almanzo Wilder, Laura Ingalls Wilder's husband.

Going to the library with Dad every couple weeks was a ritual from age 5 through high school. He'd generally grab a half dozen or so from the "new arrivals" shelf and clear through them way before the next visit. I would pick up a few also. At some point around age 8 my parents gave up on the idea that "bed time" translated to "lights actually off," because I'd read myself to sleep more nights than not. Still do. There are generally two or three books in progress at any time, though these days they're mostly on the tablet.

Developing the habit early and reading pretty much anything I could get my hands on made an immeasurable difference in my career, both in terms of being able to quickly assimilate "stuff" and in knowing a little about a lot of things.

I have a digital and print library of around 2500 books. I read a lot, typically at night when it is quiet and everyone is in bed or watching TV.

I haven't read a paper book (electronic or physical) for entertainment in many years.

I used to read paper books a lot (60 or so a year)for entertainment back in my middle-highschool days. I seldom read assigned books, I just hunted down the answers and faked my way through. A's weren't difficult.

When I joined the military I devoted my reading to getting through training. Assigned reading for schools and the recommended reading list. I didn't read for fun.

After a time, I started doing college courses and more advanced military schools. Still no time for fun reading, LOTS of textbooks.

Eventually, college degrees and military service were completed...I decided to pursue religious licensing (ordainment/licensure process). Highest load of reading I'd ever experienced, to date. Still, little of it would be considered "fun".

In 2013, a ministry friend introduced me to Audible. At first it was a great way to help digest the load of ministry related books. But eventually I discovered a genre of fiction that grabbed my attention. Post-Apoc fiction. I started consuming a book or two a week on average. I attempted to read the paper copies, but have failed pretty utterly. My brain just doesn't see reading as fun anymore. I still read a lot of textbooks and reference books for keeping up with the various streams of "work" I'm in. When I hear a good audible book or series, I tend to buy them and put them on the shelf, but I wait for the audio book to listen to them.

I don't consider listening to audio books the same as reading. I know people who count them in their book count. I don't.

**edit: I wanted to add that reading has become quite difficult for me after my first significant TBI in 1999 (service related). Reading requires focus and effort beyond an enjoyable level. The other reason I stopped reading for fun really was that the genre of books I enjoyed before military service just didn't appeal to me anymore. It took a while to find a fiction story that was interesting. Mark Goodwin changed that for me, combining post-apoc fiction with biblical concepts and values. If anyone is interested in a believer's perspective on fictional stories, I strongly recommend Mark Goodwin.

I also enjoy, among other others: Boyd Craven III (I consider him a personal friend though our association has been loose and mostly through a mutual friend), C.A. (Chad) Rudolph, Craig Alanson (really just the ExForce series), Jack Carr, Michael Mammay, Jeremy Robinson (last hunter series was excellent), Dennis Taylor (bobiverse)

I haven’t read a book since college, 1972. I had a difficult time graduating and had to read so many books I proclaimed no more.

I have read procedural texts related to work and even written procedures but no more books.

I read about one book/month. Typically, I just read after I turn in at night, 30 minutes to an hour. I would call the poll choice, “SigForum is the only thing I read, pretty much,” the same as “I don’t read books either.” Funny though.

I’m a visual person, reading generally puts me to sleep.


Exception being for specific purpose such as an equipment/instructional manual, the Bible, or some non-fiction matter of interest.


I’ve always said ”If it’s worth reading, they will make a movie” - I’d much rather SEE car chases, fire fights, and explosions than read about them.

I love my Kindle Oasis. I read about 65 books annually since retiring 10 years ago.

Bonnie is a reader,
Loves her reader tablet.
She averages at least 90 minutes per day sometimes more.

Loves not buying books, old style

I can go months without reading, then read a 10-book series in a month. It’s very hot and cold.

Night shifts allow for a lot of good reading sometimes.

I read every night. I go to bed, turn on the iPad, and read for 20 to 30 minutes.

I have an extensive home library, and I read history as a form of relaxation.

On balance, I probably read for 2 or 3 hours each day.

Politics, history, economics, international affairs, archaeology, science, health, and industry are my favorites.

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Originally posted by OttoSig:
I can go months without reading, then read a 10-book series in a month. It’s very hot and cold.

Night shifts allow for a lot of good reading sometimes.

Pretty close to my reading habits. I can go for months without picking up a book and then go all in for 36 hours until I finish. I usually read non-fiction. I'm working on re-reading "Normal Accidents" by Charles Perrow. I first read it 20 years ago and find it fascinating to compare where we are today to the 1999 publishing date.

I read a lot four or five books a month. And a lot of reading and writing at work.

I read 5 to 8 books a month. I have a pretty eclectic taste in what I read, but I think overall my favorite author is Wilbur Smith. I still like holding and reading a physical book but an occasional audio book is a pleasant change. I often keep 2 or 3 books going at a time.

I keep a book in the bathroom there now is a Tom Clancy book.

I used to read a lot of books. But now I can't remember what I've read, so I just read the same book over and over.

I can't wait to see how it ends.

Both my parents were voracious readers. I think it was a genetic eventuality the both my sister and I turned out to be the same.

I normally read about 15 books a year. Mostly history related.