“When faced with a challenge, look for a way, not a way out.” -David L. Weatherford 

 

 

 

 

 

This post is dedicated to all the book lovers out there. You may or may not be a book hoarder because there’s a big difference between the two. I currently have 1,725 books on my “to be read” list and it’s still increasing at an alarming rate.  Yikes!

 

 

Are you a Book Hoarder? Does this sound like you? Read on….

 

 

• First, it’s virtually impossible to resist a good book, especially if it’s on sale.
• Second, having the painful realization that you can’t read every book.
• The unread books on your shelf are piling up while you continue to add gobs more.
• There’s that book or series that you can’t wait to read, but—-you never get around to it.
• You’re always a sucker for free books, promos, or books on sale.
• You have so many books you forgot the new ones you just added.
• The ratio of books read to books added is way out of balance.
• The books on your TBR list NEVER decreases but increases.

 

 

 

 

 

 

If this is you don’t despair! We need a change in our mindset, our strategy. For this I’d like to present to you a challenge. The #BookHoarders challenge. I have some ideas so tell me what you think.

 

 

• For every book you buy or add to your TBR list you read two on your shelf.
• Switch up your reading habits per week or month.
• Read new books for one week, then read books on your shelf the next.
• Use a reward system. For every 3 books on your TBR you read, treat yourself to a new one.
• Do it pairs. Get a book buddy to keep you accountable! Challenge each other.
• Join the Book Hoarders Bucket List Challenge on Goodreads for support!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• You actually read the books you bought!
• You’ll better yourself by reading more stories.
• Decrease the amount of books on your shelves or TBR list.
• Read more books, give more reviews and help authors succeed.
• Gain a book buddy and enrich your experience with other book hoarders.
• You’ll feel better!

 

 

What do you think?  Tell me in the comments!!

Share the hashtag #BookHoarders

 

 

 

Benjamin Thomas

@thewritingtrain

www.mysterythrillerweek.com