Why I stopped trusting bestseller lists after hitting 25 books in one year

My book club set a goal to read 25 books last year. I hit that number by June and felt great until I realized I couldn't remember half of what I read. I was just rushing through to check a box. Now I aim for 15 books max and actually take time to discuss them with the group. Has anyone else felt like the number game ruins the enjoyment?

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margaret_jackson739d ago

Ngl the book club thing makes a huge difference. Just reading for quantity turns it into a chore instead of something you actually enjoy. Slowing down and talking about what you read is way more satisfying than hitting some random number.

jordan_young9d ago

Did a friend of yours quit a book club because they were reading TOO fast?