You want to read more. Everyone does. But between work, screens, and the constant pull of notifications, finding time to read feels impossible. The good news? Building a reading habit isn't about willpower — it's about systems. Here's what actually works, according to readers who've done it.
Start Ridiculously Small
The biggest mistake new readers make is setting ambitious goals. "I'll read for an hour every night" sounds great until you fall behind on day three and quit entirely. Instead, commit to reading just two pages before bed. That's it. Two pages. The habit of opening a book matters more than how much you read. Once reading becomes automatic, you'll naturally read more.
Quit Books Without Guilt
Life is too short for books you're not enjoying. The most prolific readers we surveyed all share one trait: they abandon books freely. If a book hasn't grabbed you by page 50, put it down. There are 650,000+ books in our catalog — your perfect read is waiting.
Use Dead Time
You have more reading time than you think. Commuting, waiting rooms, lunch breaks, the ten minutes before a meeting starts — these pockets of time add up to hours each week. Keep a book (physical or digital) accessible at all times.
Track and Share
What gets measured gets done. Tracking your reading on BookLovers creates accountability and a satisfying record of your reading journey. Sharing what you're reading with your community adds social motivation — when friends comment on your reviews, you want to keep going.
The best time to start reading more was years ago. The second best time is today. Download BookLovers, pick a book that interests you (not one you think you should read), and read two pages tonight.