Reading More Than One Book at a Time

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I read two books at a time, but I usually can't do more than two. I am able to keep the flow of both stories without getting mixed up. But I have to alternate the two books on a constant basis to remain alert.
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Physical read, e-book read… and bookclub book. Ugh. No wonder I couldn’t get through my tbr list properly
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I am almost always a "one at a time" reader, as I prefer to wrap one up before moving onto the next one. Exceptions are when I have a book for a book club that is reading it collectively over a longer period of time or a similar situation where sections are calendared out. Then I'll maintain my "regular" reading while tacking that other book in due course.
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I prefer to stick my main focus to one book for a better understanding
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I usually read a print or e-book along with an audio book.
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Post by Kate Morritauk »

I have always struggled with reading more than one book at a time. However, I find it easier if I'm reading a novel and something that is non-fiction. Still, I greatly prefer one book at a time.
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I prefer one a time. Same with TV series or video games. I like to focus on a story and go through it before getting into a new one.
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Usually a Nonfiction or two and a Fiction. Often three at once.
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Post by AlexGrav »

Bravo to reading two books in the same genre! I usually read more then one book at a time but i am not that pro!

i usually have a bedtime book that lives on my night table
i also have a nonfiction book (usually about plants as i am a gardener)
and then i have a regular fiction book

and audio books rock my world for when i am doing housework and cant read...

i think everything about this post makes me a super nerd
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Post by Vanjikkodi »

I haven't really thought about my preference when it comes to this matter. But I do often find myself starting another book when I am already in the middle of a few. Haha. I guess sometimes it is because I would like to take a break from the current book I am reading, but I would still like to read something. It could also be because I casually came across another book and got really excited about it and had to start it right away.
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Sometimes I read a max. of 2 at a time. I don't seem to have any problem in remembering characters or any other important aspects of the books. I would have visualized them so remembering would not be a problem.
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I don't read two books at once. I read one at a time to enjoy every bit of it before reading the next book. Reading more than one book at once will affect my enjoyment.
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I stick to one book at a time. I cannot focus on two different books and their various plots & characters and keep it all straight in my head.
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It is not uncommon for me to engage in reading multiple books simultaneously. I find myself immersed in the stories of various literary works, each offering a unique perspective and captivating narrative.
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While some may prefer to focus solely on one book at a time, I enjoy the ability to switch between different stories and genres depending on my mood and interests.
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