How To BECOME AN AVID READER (read faster, more intellectually, & enjoy it more)

[@huskylover816]

For every like I get, I will read one book in 2020. I figure it’s be motivation Edit: I’m screwed

[@huskylover816]

It’d*

[@the_bob_147]

@@huskylover816 pfffft 76 good luck buddy

[@pitchblack5422]

only 79, i thought you would be in the thousands by now

[@landonkuiper4626]

Gave you the 92nd like, with that I highly recommend reading the YA novel Scythe.

[@ThePlaystation2000]

Can you read 92 books in a year?

[@jessicaskok6157]

I made up the 50 page rule. I find that if I'm not interested by the time I get to page 50, I'm not going to like the book and I give myself permission to not finish it. I'm a library book borrower and I usually have a pile of books to still go through. Also, when I find that I'm not going to finish the book, I'll skim the rest of it to get an idea of where it was going and that surprisingly is satisfying.

[@violentfemme30]

That's such a good idea!

[@carina9629]

Oh this is such a refreshing video! I used to constantly read books but recently, I haven't been reading as much.

[@dorayyy]

Yes! That's what attracted me to this video - I've been wanting to get back into it since I graduated

[@hannahsham6316]

you literally help my anxiety and are so inspiring. I strive to be like u

[@kileyt8683]

Sammmee!!

[@xdragyula5159]

this is an eye-opener for me, i’ve always wanted to be a reader but i’ve always find myself reading inconsistently. i hope i’ll be a consistent reader in 2020 💗

[@michaelonwuamaegbu1637]

So did you?

[@KeturahTGivens]

This video has literally been the highlight of my day. I searched the Little Free Libraries near me and found 3 in the same neighborhood. I'm so excited! Thank you so much

[@caitlynprice9501]

I've read 62 books so far this year (books and video games are basically all I do with my free time, and I'm a fast reader. Plus I can read when my class goes down for their naps and on my lunch break) and my biggest problem is stopping. I get so sucked into books that I find it hard to stop reading. With longer ones, like Stephen King books, I put sticky notes at intervals to remind myself to check out of the book and check into life for a bit. If you don't mind used books, I really recommend Thriftbooks. I ordered 15 books Friday (payday!) and only paid $60.

[@lnambz]

62! 🥺I don't think I've finished one 😂 I'm trying though

[@viannccaa]

Dang I strive to be like you. I probably only read like 5 books this whole year :(

[@dee2022uk]

That’s cool, have you always read a lot? Nice when you get absorbed in a book

[@Amy-ny6qb]

I literally got so inspired after watching this that I checked to see if any library's around where still open

[@prabhdeepsingh5642]

"Pride and prejudice" is the only fiction book that I gave up on. Its always been among the top ten of any book list but I just couldn't get into that victorian era sentimentality.

[@wrldofsara]

I felt the same way but that is before i read it alongside an audiobook on youtube. It makes it so much easier and allows you to be actively engaged in the book. I highly recommend it for pride and prejudice.

[@dionysos1131]

Its the regency era 😔...

[@Friday_42]

Try a Tale of Two Cities

[@millennialmoneyprogress]

Little fires everywhere is sooooo good! Another reading tip... if you have a kindle or even a smartphone, download audiobooks for free from the library. It’s free and yes you sometimes have to wait but it’s convenient having the book on your device and not having to worry about forgetting it at home. Also, my library uses overdrive which allows you to log onto your account from a computer, so if you have some downtime at work you can read your book in there lol. Sorry for all the info but I’m a librarian and appreciate your tips!

[@shilpimaurya3944]

I always have hard time reading books. I really want to read books but end up procrastinating. Thanks for the video.

[@serri7833]

Try finding a genre that suits you and read 1 page a day or even half a page then increase the number of pages steadily and slowly.

[@mohisy5029]

@@serri7833 agree. I've tried on myself reading a non fiction but my brain got sick of it and then i picked fictions and my target so far was 100 pages a day. Because when i really into the story my feeling go overreacting haha and had to finished each chapters.

[@TheresaKettler]

I recently started reading again so I love this! Just found your channel this week and I'm in love! Keep doin you girl

[@emerowens2039]

Honestly Renee, I think the universe has brought me your channel in order to ease my anxiety and get me ready for life every morning. I read my book for 30 mins in the morning and then watch a video of yours while doing my makeup. It's amazing how much of a positive impact you have had on my life. Thank you,from the bottom of my heart. X P.S. Definitely adding you on Goodreads!!

[@7961Jackson]

Made an executive decision to stop watching anime and start reading actual books.

[@xTwilightWolvesx]

Jeffrey Jackson What about manga or light novels? A lot of anime is based on novels, an example being Overlord, and a lot of anime has been turned into books, such as Chibi Vampire. You don’t have to give up on your favourite anime series.

[@7961Jackson]

Do u know any great apps

[@stephanierodriguez3160]

I do both... currently studying Spanish Teaching and read way more than 50 books a year XD

[@athenaismee]

Jeffrey Jackson if you are talking about reading apps I recommend Libby and sorry I’m late

[@shekharsharma9591]

I am new into reading . I read 4 books in 2018 and this year right now I have already completed 12 books . Very nice video . Really liked it .

[@Tophkaneki]

As of june I have read 4 books and just started my fifth one, im really happy to be in the habit of reading a little bit each day and I hope to keep it up.

[@andreagiron5466]

I just found your channel yesterday and I'm IN LOVE WITH IT, so much possitive that I need in my life right now, I was feeling lost and depressed but I look your LOA videos and this makes me to have a little hope of what the universe o God have for me!! Than you thank you thank you Besos desde Honduras!

[@vidhiv]

Hey, I love your content 💛 I'd love if you do a "How do I plan my week" video! 😍

[@ReneeAmberg]

Thank you! and yes I will :)

[@vidhiv]

@@ReneeAmberg Thank you so much love 💛

[@hika_shi]

I'd recommend all to use the "Read More" app 'cause it's so useful, like you can set goals, update the no. of pages you read each day,set timers etc.. It's a very useful app for those who love reading

[@MA-dn8wj]

Is it available on App Store?? Or did the name change ?? I could use some help

[@hika_shi]

@@MA-dn8wj It's available on playstore Here is the link : play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shunan.readmore

[@hika_shi]

@@MA-dn8wj there's a similar app 'Bookly - Read more books' on app store

[@MA-dn8wj]

Hrishika M Thank you 🙏

[@alexblabla7331]

thank you for the inspiration! I really admire how organized you are and how you always try to improve yourself!

[@juliettemccartney]

I’m obsessed with your reading videos❤️😍

[@richiestarks609]

Your reading strategies make so much sense. I have saved this video to use as a stepping stone when coming up with a routine to read. Thank you your time and efforts making this awesome video.

[@paigewilkerson8958]

Great video! I was actually inspired by you to read self help type books and just to read more in general. I ordered “girl wash your face” and another book by the same author. So far, love the book. I’m in the middle of three books- Fiction, parent book, and a self help! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@californiagoldengirl4617]

I'm so glad I found your channel, I decided to start reading again and I ordered two books on Amazon both used copies but I'm so excited to get them in the mail!

[@tomomi8861]

I really like reading. I read one chapter every day. Cannot imagine a day without a book.

[@luccianalewis9473]

I like your tips. They are so helpful .You are right about ordering some books through local libraries. I sometimes did it.

[@kazuthegreat]

I found a little free library literally a few blocks away and it is such a fun idea! I'm going to drop off my book once I finish it

[@MagickUnleashed]

You are one of the people who inspired me to start reading again 😊

[@CourtneyCoxx]

Something about your soul is so inviting and kind 😊 Keep up the amazing work Renee, you are doing great 💚

[@koriite]

I am in year 5 right now and I am preparing for the Selective Test (Australia). I used to think that reading wasn’t important and I hated reading. But now, people tell me that reading helps with English and GA. I’m good with Math but not with English and GA so I searched this up and it’s really helping me read! In 2020 I will do my Selective Test so wish me luck!!!

[@gabyvarela3277]

My goal is to read 2-3 books per month! I check out a lot of free books and audiobooks at the library but sometimes I will buy it AFTER reading it if it’s a top top book I can see myself reading over and over again. Currently I’m reading a book in Spanish that unfortunately isn’t in English but it’s called “The Art of a Healthy Lifestyle.” I wish it was in English because you would really enjoy it! Hopefully someday they will translate it :)

[@jaytamayo4694]

Thanks for welcoming us Pia Wurtzbach! Good tips. There are times that I get surpreised like "oh I read this many already". Yes, have your space, a spot. Never read when theres noise especially when your are studying for school.

[@jaytamayo4694]

We have that book place or walking library but in a few place. You'll be surprised when sale comes many still go to bookstore to purchase books.

[@4acceber]

I can't wait to see your Summer reading list!

[@rachashleigh8436]

You’re so inspiring, and have helped me in so many ways! Thank you! Just followed you on goodreads and can not wait to start some of your favorites.

[@ganemaxwell567]

Love your all videos ..... they are so calm and relaxing. I am always inspired from your videos 😍

[@ReneeAmberg]

Thank you!!

[@FeistyFelineYT]

Hey Renee, I REALLY NEEDED THIS VIDEO! Thank you. Love you so so so so much. Your content gives me life.

[@Erika-pq7ip]

This month I got a couple books as gifts and I took that as a sign from the universe that I need to read more🤣 so in June I'm thinking of starting to read them because currently I'm very busy

[@dogocoffee1721]

I bought too many books but i didn't feel to read it😐now I'm thinking to start make reading as a new hobby. But to make it happen, i need a motivator. And I found u😉

[@ylvandamme]

Reading is the best! I've been an avid reader since I was a child.

[@youandmeequalslife3466]

Am a working mom that finds it very hard to find time to read but I got myself a few books this Christmas and am planning to get into reading this coming year so this video is just what I need to give me that push. Thank you for sharing your experience. Greetings from Vienna.

[@taylorbrooke8505]

Had such a great birthday today and getting your notif is the cherry on top! Cheers to gemini season 🥂♊️

[@scrappytc]

Happy Birthday!! Its my bday too. Yay Geminis!!

[@taylorbrooke8505]

scrappytc happy birthday!!

[@ReneeAmberg]

Cheers! I'm a Gemini as well

[@brooklynaliyaxx]

Omg to be honest I hate reading,but this vid got me inspired to start reading again and enjoy it favorite kinds of books to read I don’t know if it actually counts but I like the kind of books you can get from like urban outfitters where there like more inspirational kind of books and quotes ilysm❤️

[@ruthrodrigues17]

I love ya Renee ! U are the best and u are an inspiration. I love your videos . U are the sweetest 🥰😊😊🥰🥰🥰

[@kittyyourock]

“Many lives, many masters” was a FANTASTIC read!! I hope you enjoyed it!!

[@HarryThomasPictures]

Awesome tips Renee sweetie, reading on your patio is such a good idea, your patio is super cosy❤️xx!

[@epajuariah4980]

So motivation video, thank you for sharing. Have a great day, renee❤

[@ReneeAmberg]

You too

[@karabibarua]

Yayyy!!! Was waiting whole evening for this video!!! Love you!! Btw, I'm reading "Eat, Pray, Love" after seeing you read that book. ♥️❤️

[@ReneeAmberg]

How do you like it?! Make sure to watch the movie after - its really well done!

[@karabibarua]

@@ReneeAmberg I love that book. 😍 Will definitely watch the movie. I love to read the book first and then watch the film and note all the differences between the two. ☺️

[@madeleinesvensson-m3y]

I love my books 😍 But sometimes you don't make time for reading! You just scrole on your phone or watch TV. I read a lot of books earlier this year but I have not been feeling well and I guess I stopped putting it on my prioritylist :( This video really inspired me to start reading again! I felt like I dont want to have a number of books I have to read by the end of the year. My goal is simply to read one hour before going to bed at night. If Im at the end of one book I need to find a new one so that I can start the next book when Im done with the first. In that way there is no gap between and I can also pick up the book Im most interested in reading at that time. If I get any suggestions I put it on my readinglist if I really want to read it and I also use the list as a backup just in case I cant find something that I would like to read! Much love ❤️

[@JustMeChelseaB]

Love love love your channel! It’s so motivating and i totally needed this video today! Being an avid reader is always on my goal list and these action items are gold! Thank you!!! ☺️❤️

[@emmaemma1328]

Yayy!!!I'm so early today!! i have been waiting this videos when you posed on your Instagram !! love you and your videos as always !!

[@Courtney6]

Omg my thoughts and prayers are with your sunburn! Lol. I’ve never seen such a big little free library selection! That’s awesome!

[@ReneeAmberg]

lmao thank you! haha in the peeling phase now ugh ..

[@TheKoniginderNacht]

It's simple...I love you, my friend🔝

[@dailyhayley9938]

This was such a nice watch! Really enjoying your videos! 🥰

[@EvaAntonia1]

I just LOVE reading!! I just need to do it more often again:D

[@janicesilva13]

I'm currently reading Sapiens... I'm so happy you recommended this book. It's absolutely brilliant. I'm hooked and shook. Such a mind-blowing, eye-opening read. Totally recommend ☺️❤

[@chaoticidiottt]

oOh! I'm also currently reading it

[@ReneeAmberg]

omg one of my top favs!! Enjoy

[@janicesilva13]

@@chaoticidiottt incredibly good right 😍 the author is so brutal and real in what he says I love how he doesn't sugar coat things 😂

[@Radheeka2002]

Ilyyyy Renée, you instantly make me productive ❤️❤️❤️ always helps me get out of a rut

[@DanielIles]

Beautifully created video! I actually also created my OWN video about how I read 50 books in 6 months!

[@marily5172]

Thanks

[@sierradickerson1608]

Omg your journal I love it and need one!

[@bud2725]

new subscriber here, I've gotten addicted to your content. Love your channel :)

[@ladym7852]

Thx! This was helpful. I've always wanted to love reading but never would finish. 😕 I've also found some books on KZbin. Love Thomas Sowell.

[@tanyalynch3496]

Good point u always have good advice luv ur channel and ur IG pics😊

[@sofiale7163]

this is actually really helpful

[@ash-xs3bm]

I so love your tips. My mom usually reads audio books on her commute to work and I actually read read, but also listen. We read/listened together The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and it is sooooo good. I believe they are making a movie. It is a Historical Fiction if you are interested. Also how do you add a friend on Goodreads. I have been trying to add you, but am having a hard time. One of the books, you currently reading is becoming a movie, so I am planning to read that as soon as I am done with my current pile of books. Enjoy reading!

[@edahayta6037]

Your videos are so inspiring and motivational 🙈🎈☀️ love to watch 😍😍😍😍

[@pattywood586]

I DNFed Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself too!!

[@shaheershujaat2223]

Amazing video renee well done 😊😊❤️❤️

[@carloslemus9018]

Thank you! For your sincere thoughts and advice. It has definitely helped me.

[@celinejaneamaranto6563]

Hi, I always watch your video and you inspire me so much 😊 I love that I always learned something new from you and I hope you make a "How To Be A Better You" video. Please please please like in you, yourself or studies and so on. I badly need to hear something from you. Hope you see this

[@aliyaakoub6630]

you're a perfect youtuber all love for you Renne

[@sabrina3138]

This video is super relaxing. Also, I like reading but I don’t like physical reading. I like reading Wattpad, there was a moment in my life in which that was the only app I used, I stayed up all night long just strolling. Now I just don’t anymore. I feel like Watt-pad was nice because I wasn’t distracted by the physical pages but I also had a community of people to communicate with when a surprising or funny moment happened unlike if I was reading a physical book and I couldn’t chat with the people who were on the same page as me.

[@jomearac]

In Australia our thrift stores have lots of books

[@olivialouise5311]

I love reading😃

[@sy8112]

With this summer holiday I'm hoping to get back into reading :)

[@pattywood586]

Do you ever watch booktube or engage with the bookish community on the Internet in other ways (twitter, instgram)? I'd love to know who some of your favorite people to follow are when it comes to that content!

[@emmanuelgodiswithus7200]

HI! I saw this video and I am very much in great support of your avid passion for reading. As for my perspective of reading books when it's so difficult to get through, and being forced to put it down... you know. I highly suggest, from my experience, not to donate it. I take that reality as a Hinting moment of society processing me into the community and testing me whether I'm capable of upholding the standard in which my life... ya know, entails me to be responsible for me, given my looks and education. with that said, I usually put the book down in a place where I'll always see it, and when I'm given the ability to be encouraged to continue on with reading the book (right), I persevere into finishing the book, even if it's painful and unbearable to read. I like to take that reality of not "enjoying the book" as a challenge and as the community "kicking me out" because "I'm better than I thought I was". I just had to find myself throughout the process.

[@siimplypiink6171]

I am a young 11 year old girl and I always tell myself I love reading, but I think that is a lie. I always read a few pages in a book then stash it. The only reason I am watching this video is because I just watched all the twilight movies and I am SOOOOOO interested in it. I really want to read the books, but I feel like I will just stash them. I LOVE fiction, it's my favorite. I get so bored in other types of books. I only like fiction. Hopefully this video helps me. Thanks

[@yuliyamaschenko9457]

Can you please do a video about how you record your videos? Or how you learned? They’re so relaxing 😌

[@CourtneyCoxx]

Yuliya Maschenko yes for sure, I second this 💚

[@dailycupofizzy]

I used to read really well as a kid but as I grew up, it became a struggle for me to focus on a book. It may have been that I haven’t found any that interested me, but I really wish I could read like I used to. I know all the words and stuff I just can’t focus on them.

[@kavitasaini1858]

Hey! Am from India an I want to tell you that you r awesome an the tips was tremendous😍

[@Sobremesa18]

Can’t agree more with the library comments. Utilize your local library! I can afford to buy copies but I prefer to support my library and if I do buy a book, I donate it to my library after!

[@mg4191]

OMG i've just read little fires everywhere!! I loved it, i think you will like it

[@dmtdreamz7706]

On a certain level, we have a drug store in our brain, the neurochemicals that show up in flow: so dopamine, norepinephrine, anandamide, endorphins, and serotonin. If you were to try to cocktail the street drug version of that, right, you're trying to blend like heroin and speed and coke and acid and weed- and point is, you can't do it. It turns out the brain can cocktail all of 'em at once, which is why people will prefer flow to almost any experience on Earth. It's our favorite experience. It's the most addictive experience on Earth. Why? 'Cause it cocktails five or six of the largest pleasure drugs the brain can produce. We're all capable of so much more than we know. That is a commonality across the board. And one of the big reasons is we're all hardwired for flow, and flow is a massive amplification of what's possible for ourselves.¹

[@katherinezehnder6894]

Love, love this video!

[@Wolf-by4lg]

Wow Ty for the tips it rlly helps me!!!

[@lindaraka5748]

I loved this so much. Thank you

[@RanziYasasvi]

I'll try reading with these tips

[@sniperpromlg1133]

When you started reading, did you take small steps first (like reading a page a day) or did u just go straight into reading full on 25 pages a day? i just wanna know because i wanna develop a habit of reading

[@BGLuver97]

Vivek Tailor reading a chapter a day is pretty doable

[@fredymendez3864]

Love your content!!! But I don’t agree about the audiobook trend because most ppl multitask while hearing them thus the level of concentration is not the same with looking at actual words. That is why people don’t read anymore because concentration levels are seriously down and studies show multitasking is an illusion and cognitive activity is not the same when hearing an audiobook

[@lifewithkaz4130]

Hi great I listen to audiobooks and I love the books that are read by the author too xx

[@riseupgirl8883]

One of my self-care routine is watch ur videos

[@bowtaha1189]

I am a super fun Rene! I really admire what you do, your videos teach me many things, added to the english language. Thank you so much. I'd like to give a recommandation, but i'm sure if you're going to take it, try to read some pages of the Quran in English version and tell us what you think about it :)

[@whoisappie]

ohhh the thing about putting books down if you don't like them is soooo important. obviously you'll take a long time finishing a book if you can't care less... you wouldn't watch a movie you don't like, would you?

[@dancer2047]

I found a book i love so much! But i always forget to read

[@tommyfoss1035]

Loved this! Thanks:)

[@anyrarahman5481]

I used to be such an avid reader. Then GCSEs came along.. just a few more days left and I'll get a life again. I'll have other things on my to-do list besides "go over trigonometry, study Robert Clive's life story" 😂 I will start game of thrones after June 6th 💕💕

[@shazianshahid343]

One year I read 💯 books

[@MicahRion]

I also love Better World Books for cheap books! They’re used so they’re inexpensive and great for the planet. the company also has lots of great environmental initiatives! 📚 🌍

[@themegagamesgamer]

I'm probably going to start reading on my Kobo E-Reader again. I find that it makes books go much quicker and it has a bunch of handy things on it so if I don't know a word I can look up the built in dictionary and thesaurus. I read Battlefield Earth in Mass Market and it took me two months to finish but when I read something like Elantris it took me less than two weeks. That's my thing at least. Yes, I love physical books but some books are out of print that I want so getting them on Kobo is much less of a pain.

[@joylawes3591]

The thing is I do this wierd thing when reading... Instead if enjoying the book I just read for the sake of telling people I finish it