I am so the opposite of you. I am a confirmed non re-reader. I know that puts me in the minority of book lovers. But I feel that life is too short to even read all the books I want to read, so why re-read something I already know? I will admit, though, that as a writer, re-reading books is an excellent way to learn craft so I do it (grudgingly) upon occasion.
Hope you are enjoying Italy!! I am both a re-reader and not a re-reader - I think mood and timing is what drives me to re-read, and not necessarily have a timeframe in mind. The Bronze Horseman trilogy? Binged over COVID as an escape after not having read it for years. The Winner's Curse trilogy? Binged out of the longing for wanting a fantasy series just like it but never finding that sweet spot. Anna Bradley's More Or Less A Countess is a historical romance I seem to have started re-reading every year since Bridgerton dropped, one of my all time favourites and such a brilliant comfort read.
Great post, Izzy. This is a topic I’ve been contemplating a lot lately. Buddhists say that a person can never step into the same river twice because not only is the river ever-changing, but so is the person. I’ve noticed that when I re-read a book at a different age or stage in my life, it feels almost like I’m reading it for the first time. Each reading brings new insights and reflections, making the experience perpetually fresh and enlightening. Just one more reason why books are so magical.
I completely agree! I reread a book last week during my vacation. The first time I read it, I related to the main character in terms of her problems with control and panic. This time, I've been in therapy and had experiences that allow me to see those in a new light. It was a little nostalgic and sad, but also good for me to see the progress I've made!
I love to reread my favorite books on audio after reading the ebook. It gives me a different perspective to listen to it. One of my comfort reads is Swordspoint by Ellen Kushner, and there’s a fantastic full cast audiobook.
I'm rereading a book called "Body Intelligence: Harness Your Body's Energy for Your Best Life" by Joseph Cardillo. I originally rented from the library last year (yes those still exist and are amazing, gasp!), and asked for it as a Christmas present haha. I highly recommend it. Going into it with an open mind is definitely the most important thing. I'm so glad I can just pick it up and read whenever I want to now.
serial rereader here. I think my most worn down book from rereading are Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman, Love Rosie by Cecilia Ahern, and the Night Circus by Erin Morgenstein.
I love rereading books, there's nothing better than loving a book so much that you want to immerse yourself in it's story, world and characters again and again and again. I reread The Mortal Instruments last year and this year I'm rereading The Cruel Prince trilogy. But I have plans to also reread Daisy Jones and The Six, as well as all of Sarah J. Maas's books. I think I prefer rereading fantasy, but I'll honestly reread anything that brings me joy!
I am so the opposite of you. I am a confirmed non re-reader. I know that puts me in the minority of book lovers. But I feel that life is too short to even read all the books I want to read, so why re-read something I already know? I will admit, though, that as a writer, re-reading books is an excellent way to learn craft so I do it (grudgingly) upon occasion.
That’s such an interesting take!! Always love to hear different points of view 🤍
Hope you are enjoying Italy!! I am both a re-reader and not a re-reader - I think mood and timing is what drives me to re-read, and not necessarily have a timeframe in mind. The Bronze Horseman trilogy? Binged over COVID as an escape after not having read it for years. The Winner's Curse trilogy? Binged out of the longing for wanting a fantasy series just like it but never finding that sweet spot. Anna Bradley's More Or Less A Countess is a historical romance I seem to have started re-reading every year since Bridgerton dropped, one of my all time favourites and such a brilliant comfort read.
Italy was amazing! And yes it definitely depends on the mood and the book.
Great post, Izzy. This is a topic I’ve been contemplating a lot lately. Buddhists say that a person can never step into the same river twice because not only is the river ever-changing, but so is the person. I’ve noticed that when I re-read a book at a different age or stage in my life, it feels almost like I’m reading it for the first time. Each reading brings new insights and reflections, making the experience perpetually fresh and enlightening. Just one more reason why books are so magical.
I completely agree! I reread a book last week during my vacation. The first time I read it, I related to the main character in terms of her problems with control and panic. This time, I've been in therapy and had experiences that allow me to see those in a new light. It was a little nostalgic and sad, but also good for me to see the progress I've made!
That’s awesome. And kudos for recognizing your own progress, that’s an important part of the process.
I love to reread my favorite books on audio after reading the ebook. It gives me a different perspective to listen to it. One of my comfort reads is Swordspoint by Ellen Kushner, and there’s a fantastic full cast audiobook.
That is SUCH a good idea!! Will definitely be doing this
I love re-reading books too! I hadn’t heard of Sorcery of Thorns but now I know I should check it out. Reading calms me down too. :)
So glad you’re going to try it!!
I'm rereading a book called "Body Intelligence: Harness Your Body's Energy for Your Best Life" by Joseph Cardillo. I originally rented from the library last year (yes those still exist and are amazing, gasp!), and asked for it as a Christmas present haha. I highly recommend it. Going into it with an open mind is definitely the most important thing. I'm so glad I can just pick it up and read whenever I want to now.
Enjoy your vacation!
Thanks for the rec!! That sounds amazing & thank you!
Absolutely! It’s one of my go to books now. Helps to also break up the much longer Dune books I am currently indulging myself in haha.
serial rereader here. I think my most worn down book from rereading are Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman, Love Rosie by Cecilia Ahern, and the Night Circus by Erin Morgenstein.
I love a good, worn book - I think it shows it’s been loved :) glad you love those three! I will have to read them.
I love rereading books, there's nothing better than loving a book so much that you want to immerse yourself in it's story, world and characters again and again and again. I reread The Mortal Instruments last year and this year I'm rereading The Cruel Prince trilogy. But I have plans to also reread Daisy Jones and The Six, as well as all of Sarah J. Maas's books. I think I prefer rereading fantasy, but I'll honestly reread anything that brings me joy!
I hope that you're enjoying your holiday! 🤎
It’s so comforting! I reread the entire SJM universe at the beginning of the year and I loved it. And thank you!