Why we think books are good!

The dictionary definition of a book:

book

/bʊk/

noun

noun: book; plural noun: books; noun: the book

A written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn 

together along one side and bound in covers.

 Although this accurately describes the object of a book, we think this better explains the wonders that are hidden between the pages of a paperback:

Books are full of many things. 

Yes, one of them is words. But lurking behind these are an abundance of unseen treasures, one's that although may not appear immediately, do eventually reveal themselves if you are willing enough to find them.

They teach us many things about life, and send us on a journey of self discovery.

I (Beth) was trying to find my all-time favorite book the other day (you bibliophiles will know what a hard task this is), and I finally decided on; Amy and Roger's Epic Detour by Morgan Matson, Paper Towns by John Green and Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell; when I realized something: good books do not necessarily have a solid happy ending, but when they are full of hope, it eliminates the need for one.

Thus meaning good books give us hope, happiness and optimism. In other cases they will help us, or rather, let us explore deeper and more intimate feelings, such as loneliness, desperation and hopelessness.

Books will never discard of you, you are their eternal companions and friends. They never leave you or dislike you, they simply just be.

   With the serious part out of the way, we would like to show you why we believe you benefit from books. Reading daily can help you in many ways. For instance, did you know this includes:

1. Mental Stimulation

2. Vocabulary Expansion 

3. Stress Reduction

4. Stronger Thinking Skills

5. Better Writing Skills 

6. Free or cheap entertainment (this is where the library comes in)

7. Knowledge

8. Improved Focus and Concentration 

9. Memory Improvement

10. Tranquility and Relaxation

Without books, we wouldn't have these famous and very enjoyable movies;

-The Harry Potter Series
-The Divergent Trilogy
-The Hunger Games Series
-The Twilight Saga
-The Fault in Our Stars
-The Perks of Being a Wallflower
-The Hobbit Trilogy
-The Lord of The Rings Trilogy

(Also, without books, we would not have the shelfie: a much better alternate version of the selfie!)

   We understand if you don't love books. Actually, that is a lie, we do not understand: we sympathise. But we do understand that everyone is different and loves different types of books.

   For instance, if we tried to start a book club in a group, it would probably be over after one series. That series, being of course, The Hunger Games. Our reason for thinking this being because of the books and movies sheer popularity.

   If you were to try and find another book in a different genre, you're not as likely to find people as willing to try it. This could very simply be the fact it's a YA Novel for a range of ages and genders, which in itself is popular. I would like to see you try to find another book series that most people would enjoy.

We have two final tips for you all,

Never, EVER, under any circumstances, trick yourself into thinking you don't have enough time to read. A life without reading is something you cannot even kid yourself into thinking is good. Seriously.

Okay, this is the final and probably most important thing:

YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

Trust me, if you are a bibliophile, you are one of many. If you think you had a unique talent for book sniffing, think again. You may be unique to some, but definitely not to all.

-Emma and Beth

Happy Reading!♥