Not only is it a new year, but also the start of a new decade.
As we all know January 1st is when a lot of individuals set their new goals into action. There is something about that first day of the year that just screams fresh start. Nothing magically changes when the calendar changes to January 1, but that doesn't stop us. This fresh start is more of a mental shift than anything else. The new year brings about the thought of anything can happen. I love that thought. After all the saying is 365 new days, 365 new chances. Right? Right.
What does all this talk of fresh starts have to do with a book blog? Reading goals of course! So what are my goals? Let's chat.
My primary goal is to read 100 books in 2020. That averages out to roughly 8 books a month. Not included in that number is the books that I read to my kids. I don't keep track of those. Is this goal attainable? Absolutely. Especially since reading is my primary hobby. Want to know what I'm reading? I will post them here on the blog, but I also will keep track over on GoodReads. Feel free to friend me there if you'd like.
Next up is in regards to readathons. In 2019 I participated in my first readathon, and that was The Reading Rush that is held in July. I loved it, and I truly believe that The Reading Rush is what helped me to get over my reading slump. In 2020, my goal is to participate in 6 readathons. Which readathons will I join in on? Well that will have to wait to be determined. I do know that The Reading Rush will make the cut, oh and TisTheSeasonathon. I loved both of those.
My third goal has to do with a book series I've been meaning to read, but haven't. This book series is a bit overwhelming. That's right folks, in 2020 I want to read The Lord of the Rings series. I was captivated by the movies, and my husband keeps telling me that I should read the books. Needless to say I've been pushing back and saying not necessary. Yet here I am, adding it to my goals for the new year. Have you read it? Am I going to enjoy it as much as the movies?
My last book-ish goal has more to do with Instagram than anything else. Are you confused by that? Allow me to explain. I have an Instagram account that is focused solely on the books that I read. I want not only to grow my following there, but continue to share what I'm reading. It's more than that though. I also would like to post more about the synopsis of the books. A mini-review if you will. Discovering others who are reading, or have read, the same book as you is fun, and then talking with them about the book just takes it that much further. There is something about the community of readers that draws me in.
Have you set any reading, and or book-ish, goals for the new year? Please tell me about them! I'd love to hear what you will be working towards in 2020.
