If you haven't heard of the Readathon it's a worldwide reading event where readers take the day to do what they do best: Read! It takes place twice a year, in October and May, and the next one is Saturday, October 21st. I am Reader 102 on the list of readers and I am super excited to get going. These past two years I've been in a bit of a reading funk and haven't had a lot of enthusiasm for the books I'm reading so this is going to give me a chance to dig into my TBR, and find some good reads!
I've been reading a lot about the challenge: tips for readers, people getting really excited to start and I feel I am ready to get going! I'm stupidly excited about this challenge, and so I'm gearing up! I'll update you all the day after on how it goes.
If you're interested in doing it too sign up at the Readathon's website and let me know what your reader number is! It would be awesome to know some people who are reading along with me! Also do a little bit of research. There are some really good tips I'm seeing on blogs from people who've done the Readathon before about preparing. Things about what types of books are easier to binge, ideas for Readathon parties, snacks, and more! This one from Book Riot is pretty good. Lots of them say to pick shorter books, and to mix it up. If you aren't making a lot of progress on a book switch to another. Oh and make sure you eat and adjust your eyes every so often! It sounds like a pretty fun event. Apparently they do give out some prizes, and there's some mini challenge as well if you're not able to participate in the whole challenge.
So, on to the books! Lots of what I'm seeing says have a variety of books and formats available to you, and obviously, know your strengths and weaknesses. I am a slow reader, so they suggest starting with shorter books, it helps you feel like you've accomplished something from the get go. I tend to go for YA or Chick Lit kind of books, so I thought this would give me a chance to crack open some of my other genres. I am really good at bingeing audio books and tend to finish them quickly, so I have a few of those on hand.
I decided to start with a pretty small list and work my way through the shorter pieces. And if I can manage that I'll add to the list, still keeping the texts pretty short.
2017 Dewey 24 Hour Readathon Booklist
- The Fire By Night by Teresa Messineo - Paperback
- Bone Gap by Laura Ruby - Audiobook
- Classic American Short Stories by Ambrose Bierce - Audiobook
- A New Kind of Leader by Reggie Joiner - Paperback
- Mickey Mouse and Goofy: The Idol of Mystery Island - Comic
I decided to pick some of the books that I've technically already started but never finished. I tend to pick books up all at once and then never devote enough time to one of them and finish it, so I'll definitely start them over one at a time, though some people have suggested that breaking a book up as you read another helps when you start to feel stunted.
Ultimately this is all about the fun of reading so whether I finish all my books or none I'm still going to love having an entire day devoted to reading!
Remember to let me know if you are taking part in the festivities, and share your booklist. Happy reading!
