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Reading fiction
Do you have a special place where you like to read? Is it somewhere that feels strange to be empty handed? The ties between what we read and where are sometimes so strong that it is difficult to change. Did you ever try to read say a business book where youd normally sit to read a novel? Did you struggle to get through more than a few pages? Our minds associate certain activities with certain positions and sometimes this can be difficult to break. Instead of trying to fight it, it may be better to find a location to suit the type of reading youd like to do. In this article, Im going to cover a few common venues and recommend reading material to suit. 1. At work. Reading a novel while sitting at my desk in front of my computer feels downright weird to me. To be honest, reading anything other than business material can be difficult. Of course, because of my job as editor of Espresso Fiction Im often reading short stories while sitting at my desk and that feels OK. In fact, when I find a story that I really get into, its a complete break as I have no awareness of other noises or distractions. And when Ive finished I have no sense of time. It usually takes a minute or two and then Im back in the present but for that 15 minutes or so I am somewhere completely different. And thats one of the things I love about fiction; it transports you wherever the author wants to take you. 2. Outside. Lounging by the pool on a sunbed or sitting on the grass is a great spot for reading a gripping novel. That way you can effortlessly block out the surrounding noise. Of course, if you are supposed to be watching children then a novel is not the best choice. You would be wiser to choose something that you can drop in and out of without constantly losing the flow of your reading. 3. Hammock. My husband recently put up ours after I pointedly showed him exactly where it could go and we discussed at length how it could be fixed into place. Boy, did I miss having it. Lying stretched out and staring at the sky and the trees and listening to the birds is a really lovely experience. The only problem with reading in a hammock is staying awake! So choose your material wisely something funny or lively is your best bet if you dont want to drop off to sleep within a few short minutes. 4. In bed. Reading in bed seems to be a very common reading position as its a great way to turn off from the stresses of the day and ease into sleep. Ive found its best not to pick anything too stimulating because my mind starts racing (the very opposite of what I want) or complicated because then I give up without reading more than a page or so (this makes for a very long read and usually ends with me putting the book aside in favor of something else). 5. Sofa. Another great reading venue because your body gets to rest too. This can be a great spot for reading a novel or if time is limited a short story. 6. Coffee Shop. This is the perfect place to read your favorite magazine or short story, something that holds your attention but can tolerate the inevitable interruptions. Both are something you can sink into and pop out of at the other end feeling refreshed. 7. Aeroplane. A long novel that grabs you from the very beginning and doesnt let you go makes time go really fast. If youve ever been on a long flight with a great book and not wanted the flight to end until you finish the book then you will know what I mean. 8. Public transport. Again you need to choose your reading material carefully. A novel which is too engaging may have you missing your stop and hankering to get back to your book as soon as possible. It is better to find material that suits the length of your journey articles or short stories for short trips and magazines and more complex or thought provoking novels for longer journeys. Public transport is a perfect place to daydream so something which requires reflection and thought can be perfect if time allows. What is your favorite reading venue and position? Do you vary your reading material to suit your location?
By Benjamin george3 years ago in Fiction
Anura’s Meeting
The local runner may have been new, but he was the one assigned by the lead to save the girl once they new the kidnapping was in motion. He never knew where they got the information but it was always accurate. The structural organization was efficient and effective and not to mention well known and very active in community developments. It was like they wanted own the city, this itself could be although be true, just never told to anyone.
By MIXHAELI MENTE3 years ago in Fiction
QR Code Murders: Tiny Town. Content Warning.
Interviews with the FBI became a standard around the streets of Wilmington for Yawquisha. They spoke more direct somehow. It was like their cadence fit that of a drill instructor: patient, poignant, and to the point. When she could snag an interviewee, she did her best to get the higher ranking agents.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Fiction
QR Code Murders: The Coolness of the Day. Content Warning.
Blogs and vlogs were all frenzied with new information pouring out of the streets of Wilmington. Yawquisha obstructed. She rammed against the hearsay and the whoshotjohn. All she did was stick to the facts and govern her interviews with directness, truth.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Fiction
QR Code Murders: Model of Exactitude. Content Warning.
“Who’s is this?” No one said a word for a moment. Their eyes watched for the signal. “I guess it’s no one’s!” The leader of the gang hollered. He was Thornton Patton. He was six-feet-two inches and snarled as he talked. He was the executive producer of the records but never rapped. He had a slight build but a mean gaze that stretched into the soul if he glanced too long.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Fiction
QR Code Murders: Diamond State Music Group. Content Warning.
“That’s what I don’t get. They still got people from other places outside of the state coming here. They’re not solving anything. These crimes keep happening. We got rappers out here trying to represent other states like Jersey and Pennsylvania. It’s not right,” said Holbrook Brine.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Fiction
QR Code Murders: Thoughts Flowed. Content Warning.
Yawquisha Hudlin rid the video of sibilance. The words sounded as crisp as an autumn evening. She got rid of the assonance, too. Every word flowed. She thought to herself about the next check due to deposit into her bank account. Her last video garnered fourteen million views. She also took in twenty thousand dollars in donations. It all stemmed from this work.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Fiction
Eternal Echoes
In the years that followed, the town of Jefferson embraced the legacy left by Alex and Emma. The bookstore, library, and high school bore their names, immortalizing a love that had become synonymous with the very essence of the community. The high school, now a haven for budding artists and writers, carried the spirit of Alex and Emma, inspiring new generations to dream and love fearlessly.
By Nwankwo Amarachi3 years ago in Fiction
Eternal Echoes
As the town of Jefferson embraced its role as the guardian of Alex and Emma's legacy, the love story continued to weave its magic in unexpected ways. The annual festival became a magnet for artists, writers, and dreamers from all walks of life, transforming Jefferson into a haven for those seeking inspiration and a connection to something timeless.
By Nwankwo Amarachi3 years ago in Fiction
