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Question:
Do you read along with your audiobooks? (submitted by Angelica @ Paperback Princess)
Answer:
I do!! It is my favorite way to read in general but especially when it comes to reading with an audiobook! It helps me slow down, since I have always been able to speed read (which sometimes causes me to miss things) and take in everything at a good pace. I am hearing and glancing over every single word and it makes it way easier. I think reading this way has helped me slow down reading even without audiobooks, so it's like I am re-training myself how to read slower. Also, because I am reading at a slower pace it's helping me think about the events of the book more so I can become a better critical reader and also I can enjoy the book's content more.
Also, if the book is something other than contemporary or autobiographical (so mostly fantasy, sci-fi, etc) it is hard for me to focus on just the audiobook recording, so I have to do something like either read along or read in shorter increments so I don't get too distracted and just daze off.
Have you read along while listening to an audiobook? If you haven't I definitely recommend giving it a try and seeing if maybe you'd like it!
Thanks for reading!
I think it's interesting that reading along with audiobooks is retraining you as a reader. I definitely agree about missing fewer things when engaging with both types of text at the same time. Happy reading!
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It's definitely something to try if you haven't! It really pulls you completely into the story. Happy reading!
DeleteFINALLY! Someone who understands! The multi-sensory experience totally transports you into the world of the story and you can enjoy each and every word. Sure, I read fast, but I also capture every word. (This is probably why I catch typos...not happy about that because it is very distracting.)
ReplyDeleteYES! It's such an amazing way to read!! Being fully immersed in the story adds so much to the experience! I rarely hate a book where I read along to an audiobook! :D <3 But I agree, it's easier to catch typos or repetitive writing styles!
DeleteI haven't and I must admit it's something I don't see the point of but reading the responses to this question has given me lots of food for thought on this topic!
ReplyDeleteI definitely say give it a try! It really pulls you completely in the story in a way I haven't experienced! :)
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