This is my entry to the Hive Book Club community challenge #3: All About Readers.
Hello, fellow Hivers at the Hive Book Club community! I hope you’re doing well.
I’m fairly new to Hive (only 2 months since my intro post) but I can say that the Hive Book Club is one of my favorite communities here. I’m also an avid reader, that's why I’m excited to answer all these questions.
Ready? Let’s get to it!
I wear this super cozy Ice Bear blankie when reading at night.
What is your favorite time or place to read?
My favorite time to read is at night and the wee hours of the morning (when it’s still dark out)--snuggled on a comfy couch with a soft blanket.
There’s something about the dark that makes me appreciate reading more. I think it’s the quiet, but also I think it’s the concept that everyone is asleep and you’re alone with the book. Somehow it’s easier to be transported inside the book and leave the real world behind.
Reading a book at my parents' house with my crown paper clip as a bookmark.
What makes you enjoy a good book?
I enjoy a good book the most when I can’t stop turning the pages! That’s when I know I’m having fun. For me, it’s all about the ability of the author and the story to keep me going. It doesn’t even matter what genre. When I’m hooked, I’m hooked.
Sometimes a good written book (technically speaking) can be such a bore, while a badly written one (considered trashy by others) can be more exciting.
Just browsing for some books and magazines at the Starfield Library in Seoul, South Korea.
I read even during pedicures! Here's me waiting for my pedicure session--accompanied by my mom's Nicholas Sparks book.
Do you like to read outdoors, before bed or on the bus on your way to work?
This is a tricky question because if given the chance, I would like to read anywhere. As long as I have a book with me, I would love to read it regardless of where I am.
Still, if I had to pick one out of the three, my best scenario is reading outdoors. Preferably, “outdoors” is on a hammock by the beach at sunset. What a dream!
Relaxing at a hammock by the beach in Cloud 9, Siargao, Philippines circa 2017.
In a hammock with the husband at Sumilon Island, Cebu, 2020.
For me, the beach is a great place to read. This is a photo of me featuring the iconic Boracay Island sunset, circa 2016.
Do you focus on character development, thoughtful messages, or the level of intrigue a plot generates in you?
My favorite genre is mystery/ thriller so as a reader, I tend to focus on the level of intrigue a plot generates. Based on experience, I enjoy books more when they are plot-driven and fast-paced. I can finish a thriller in 2 days whereas it would take me about a week to get through a very slow paced classic.
I’ve been blessed to come across a number of good thrillers this year which helped me read a lot. My favorites include: The Guest List by Lucy Foley, Lock Every Door by Riley Sager, No Exit by Taylor Adams, and my most favorite yet, The One by John Marrs. Those are only a few of my long list of reads this year but what they have in common is they all have high levels of intrigue in the plot.
The same goes for my current read which is The President is Missing by James Patterson and Bill Clinton. Every chapter is short but a lot of exciting things happen so it’s easier to keep going. I’ve already read a third of the book and I already know it’s my kind of thriller (so far).
This baby is getting a movie this December! It will star Lucy Hale of Pretty Little Liars and Austin Stowell.
This book pulls off the rivals to lovers trope at its finest! Also, amazingly, this book is dedicated to "Joey" which is coincidentally the name of my husband @thejoeprocess so I had to take a photo of it with my rings. Haha couldn't resist!
Even in other genres like romance, the level of intrigue is what propels me to do a fast read. My ultimate favorite tropes in romance are enemies/rivals to lovers and fake dating because usually those are the stories that generate a lot of intrigue to the plot. My favorite romance reads this year that feature those tropes are The Hating Game by Sally Thorne, Beach Read by Emily Henry and The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren. Those stories live in my head, rent-free!
How about you, fellow Hiver and book lover? Do we have the same tastes or the exact opposite? Let me know by leaving a comment below so we can talk about it!
I tag my fellow readers and bookworms @jongcl and @kcwonders. If you're interested 😊
--
If you liked this post, you may be interested in these book-related posts of mine as well:
• 5 Types of Books for Non-Readers
• The 1st Secret to Reading A LOT of Books
• BOOK REVIEW: Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney
See you on my next blog ! 😎
I am still on the verge of finishing Michele's book.
I think we readers find a way to read in any situation. Pedicures...yes , what a great use of that time, to take a book and read. It depends on the salon, some like to be chatty and talk. But for sure I think it is better to read and feel good about it.
I love real life stories, memories and biographies. I feel inspired whenever I read about a human being overcoming adversity
Same here! I'm still far from finishing the Michelle Obama book, I guess because nonfiction/memoirs isn't really my main genre. But I love it and I try to read chunks of it from time to time.
True that, it really depends on the salon. Sometimes when the person is chatty the book is forgotten because I'm already engaged in the conversation 😅
And your fave genre is amazing. After reading Michelle's book, I'll surely want to explore more nonfiction. Thanks for leaving a comment! 🥰
Your welcome! I also enjoy conversation as long as it feels authentic and meaningful, but I admit that having my nose in a book can feel wonderful.
I became captivated and utterly in love with nonfiction and memoirs after reading Viktor Frankl Man's search for meaning and Alfred Lansing with his book about Ernest Shackleton. I just love a good life story, always always
Hugs 🤗
Great answers... I love reading to pass the time. I was glad to read you. Cheers!
Yay! Thank you for leaving a comment. Reading is awesome 😊
Reading outdoors while witnessing the view of the sunset is sooo dreamy!! You've got really beautiful photos here Krystal 🤗😍
Dibaaa. Sunsets are always a vibe 💕 Thank you, Era! 😊
Okay rko sunsets bsag wla nai libro. ahhahhaaha. Short kaau akong attention span sa books jd.
Hehe lage, books may not be for everyone, but at least sunsets are universal 🤗💕💕💕
Sunsets and hammocks! Ahahaha
The books that you mentioned in this post will be my wishlist!
Nice. I hope you love them all 😊
Try Sidney Sheldon's book too since you are into mystery genres 😉
OMG, yes!!! Hehe I'm a fan of his work and na collect na nako tanan iya books--though dili pa tanan ako nabasa. Hehe my fave is Doomsday Conspiracy and Are You Afraid of the Dark. Waaa amazing, great to see a fellow Sidney Sheldon reader 🥰🥰🥰
Are You Afraid of the Dark was my favorite too 😍😍
😍😍💕💕💕
Great submission, and with such lovely pictures. Good luck!
Thank you very much! Appreciate it
El silencio es un buen acompañante para la lectura, esa complicidad que se da entre el libro y el lector es fantástica. Estoy de acuerdo contigo en que el autor debe saber tejer la historia –utilizando gran cantidad de recursos conceptuales y estéticos– para que sea atractivo para el público, mantenerlo interesado hará que pueda concluirlo. Un placer saludarte.
Thanks so much for leaving a comment! Silence truly makes us appreciate a lot of things in life 😊
Book lover gayud ka. Heheeh
Ako malingaw ko mag tan.aw sa books but ang pag read usahay rajud
Hehe lage, can't stop daydreaming about books 😅 lahi lahi jud hilig per person 🥰💕
Trueee, hehe. Nahan guro ko basahan raku ug books haha
Haha I think ma lingaw ka ug audio books! Maka listen ka while multitasking so dili ra kaayo kaon sa time hehe 💕💕
Haha true, mas bet ko yarrn. 😊
The night is ideal for reading, the silence and tranquility make it much easier to concentrate. I love good thrillers too, they are readings that keep my attention all the time. I take note of your recommendations. Thanks for sharing, dear @krystalogue . Be well. A big hug from Maracay.
Pd. Those places you show in the photos are beautiful. Thanks for the images.
Thank you for the kind words and considering my recommendations, @irvinc Appreciate it. And thanks as well for dropping by and leaving a comment! A big virtual hug back from Cebu, PH 😊
I agree with you when the dark usually brings better reading quiet or the beach a place with good space. I usually combine reading with a correlated environment. For example, the book Walden- Henry David Thoreau I will go into the woods alone and feel it like that
That's a whole new level of reading, indeed. Thanks for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it. Will try reading Walden for sure
Congratulations @krystalogue! You have completed the following achievement on the Hive blockchain and have been rewarded with new badge(s):
Your next target is to reach 3500 upvotes.
You can view your badges on your board and compare yourself to others in the Ranking
If you no longer want to receive notifications, reply to this comment with the word
STOPCheck out the last post from @hivebuzz:
You make reading look really really cool. From your hoodie to your beanie and these very aesthetically pleasing pictures. Your books have really attractive covers too.
This is my favourite author. I'm definitely getting this book.
Love your entry, goodluck with the contest!
Thank you! That means a lot. Still halfway through the book but it's great so far 😊
Awesome
I love when the author gets me to keep turning the pages too. Gosh you've read lots of books, I have to read those ones you recommended. I am sure I'll be stuck between the pages until I exhaust the content.
Thank you for considering my recommendations! I hope you do like them once you read them. Thanks for dropping by.