What Book Should I Read?

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You race into the bookstore, beyond excited to pick out your next read. But the second you step in front of those shelves, the excitement washes away. There are just too many books to choose from! How do you know which one to read? What are you in the mood for?

Before you start panicking, take a deep breath—we’ve got your back! Choosing which book you should read next can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve put together this quiz. Answer these questions about your reading habits and preferences, and we’ll steer you in the right direction. Who knows? You may just find your next 5-star read!

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Questions Overview

1. What’s the first section you browse in the bookstore or library?
  1. The young adult section. I like to keep my reading PG-13.
  2. The new adult section. The steamier the book, the better.
  3. The fiction section. The main priority is forgetting reality.
  4. The monthly displays. I like to see what other readers recommend.
2. You have the day to yourself. What’s your prime reading location?
  1. On the couch with a blanket and instrumental music on in the background.
  2. A coffee shop, preferably a seat next to a window.
  3. My bed. There’s nothing like cuddling up with a good book.
  4. Outside on a hammock. Reading in the sun is truly magical.
3. In your eyes, how should a book make you feel?
  1. Exhilarated, like I’ve stepped into a new and fantastical world.
  2. All warm and cozy, like a hug.
  3. On edge, like I’m being watched.
  4. Calm and peaceful, like I’m at a spa.
4. What’s your go-to reading beverage?
  1. Coffee. There’s no tastier way to stay awake.
  2. Tea. It warms my soul, like a book.
  3. Water. Staying hydrated is just as important as reading.
  4. Nothing. I don’t sip on drinks while I read.
5. Do you prefer standalones or book series?
  1. Book series. I always know what to read next!
  2. Standalones. No commitment. No cliffhangers. Perfect.
  3. Either or. I’ll pick up anything if I like the genre or author.
  4. Series are fine, but I won’t read anything that has more than 3 books.
6. Out of all these book tropes, which is your favorite?
  1. One Bed. Oh, the shenanigans that unfold with 2 people and 1 bed.
  2. Enemies to Lovers. Nothing beats the hero falling for the villain.
  3. Second Chance. Every character is morally grey.
  4. The Chosen One. Give me all the prophecies and save-the-world pressures.
7. The weekend’s here and you can’t wait to relax. What TV show do you binge?
  1. Friends or Schitt's Creek
  2. American Horror Story or The Walking Dead
  3. Lost or Stranger Things
  4. WandaVision or Once Upon a Time
8. What’s something a book must have?
  1. A fast pace. I want to be hooked from the very start.
  2. A love triangle. Give me ships, or give me death!
  3. A mystery. I like playing detective.
  4. A plot twist. Things should always be interesting.
9. What do you like to see in a main character?
  1. A sense of humor. They should be able to make me laugh.
  2. Relatable flaws. I want to see myself in them.
  3. A strong will. Stubbornness keeps things interesting.
  4. Kindness. I want to support their actions.
10. If a book has this, it’s an immediate turn off:
  1. History. I prefer settings in the present time.
  2. Romance. It’s fine as a subplot but not as the main event.
  3. Cliches. I want to read something different.
  4. Magic. Let’s keep things realistic.
11. What’s something your life needs a little bit more of these days?
  1. Excitement.
  2. Drama.
  3. Romance.
  4. Adventure.
12. When it comes to book covers, what are you drawn to?
  1. Cartoon graphic designs. They're so bright and crisp.
  2. Fun lettering and silhouette images. I make up my own interpretations.
  3. Artistic illustrations. The more plot Easter eggs, the better!
  4. Realistic photos. I like to imagine myself on the cover.

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What Type of Reader Are You?

If you like to read, you’re a reader. But did you know that, like your favorite characters, you could be a stereotype? Having a reading stereotype isn’t a bad thing—it’s a good thing! There are all types of readers out there, and learning about your reading tendencies can help you read more and connect with other readers. Take a look at these common reading personalities to see which one you resonate with the most:

The Binge-Reader: Do you get in the mood to read and never want to stop? If so, you’re likely a binge-reader and will stop at nothing until you’ve finished a series or fallen into a reading slump.

The Player: Have a hard time choosing a favorite book? If you answered “yes,” then you may be a player. You bounce from book to book and genre to genre—you read whatever sounds good in the moment.

The Repeat Reader: Do you tend to reach toward your favorite book in times of crisis? If so, you’re probably a repeat reader. There’s just something about rereading a beloved series or classic that soothes you.

The Fickle Reader: Is it difficult reading one book at a time? You're most likely a fickle reader if you get bored with a book quickly. Right now, you're probably reading multiple books at once just so you don’t have to stay in one plot for too long.

The Fiction Lover: Is your TBR (To Be Read List) full of fantasy and/or science fiction? Then you’re definitely a fiction lover. You tend to lean towards the fantastical in an attempt to escape reality.

The Nonfiction Nerd: Do you naturally reach for memoirs, biographies, and self-help books? If so, you’re a nonfiction nerd. You prefer facts over fiction and love learning about real-life stories.

The Spoiler Lover: Do you habitually read the last page of a book before you read the first? If you answered “yes,” you’re probably a spoiler lover. You hate surprises and plot twists and would rather know what happens in the end.

The Emotional Reader: Have you ever cried while reading a book? Well, if this is a habit of yours, then you may be an emotional reader. You feel all the feels when you read a book—you practically become the main character!

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