Anna Karenina, while a renowned classic, proved to be an unsuitable beach read due to its complexity and inability to retain attention. The author struggled with the dense narrative and felt overwhelmed by the heavy volume compared to lighter reading options. The plea for enjoyable reading is echoed in the belief that the right book can significantly enhance wellbeing. Research shows that engaging with books contributes to a longer lifespan, underscoring the importance of choosing literature that captivates and pleases the reader.
I really tried. Every day, I'd read two or three pages before realising I'd read the same pages the day before, and it simply hadn't stuck.
As an author and a reader, it makes me sad that beach read has become a pejorative term. In my book Read Yourself Happy, I investigate the enormous positive impact that reading has on our wellbeing.
Any reading we do is good for us, if it captures our attention and stimulates our imagination. The results of a 2016 Yale University study demonstrated that readers of books tend to live longer.
When I found a Sophie Kinsella novel in the hotel gift shop, I almost wept with relief. My aching brain craved comfort and joy.
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