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Today's suggested topic is Things That Make me Instantly Want to Read a Book. I'm tweaking this topic a bit. I'm going to list Factors That Draw Me to a Book. If these factors apply to a book, I'm likely to consider reading it.
1. It's categorized as a cozy mystery.
This is the main factor that attracts me to a book. It's my favorite genre.
2. It's categorized as a cozy fantasy.
Mysteries are not the only cozy genre I'm interested in. I'm looking into reading cozy fantasies as well.
3. It's a cozy that has a paranormal theme.
Whether it's witches, vampires, fairies, or anything paranormal, I'm interested if it's also a cozy.
4. It's part of a series I've already been enjoying.
If I've already read at least two books in the series, it's likely that I want to continue reading more books in that series.
5. It's the chosen book for a book club.
There's only one book club in which I read all of the selected books. For other book clubs, I will join sometimes if the selected book looks interesting and I have time to read it.
6. I enjoyed the movie adaptation.
I almost always watch movie adaptations before reading the book. If I enjoyed the movie, it's likely I will also enjoy the book.
7. It was recommended by someone.
Even if it's not my typical genres of choice or if I've never heard of the author, I might give it a try if it's recommended by someone.
8. It in some way is relevant to my life.
If I can relate to the premise, then I might read it.
9. There is time travel involved.
I haven't read too many books with time travel, but I definitely want to. I enjoy this theme in movies.
10. It's written by an author whose books I've already been enjoying.
If an author has written a series I enjoy reading, then I might give their other books a try.
What about you? What draws you to a book and makes you consider reading it?
I didn't realize that "cozy fantasy" was a genre but I guess it doesn't surprise me! I would totally be interested in those books too. Happy Reading!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kym! I first heard the term "cozy fantasy" a few months ago and I became intrigued by it. Apparently it's a fairly new genre name and it's becoming more and more popular. :)
DeleteI like cozy fantasies, too. They’re so relaxing.
ReplyDeleteHere is my Top Ten Tuesday post.
Lydia
I do love the escape, Lydia. :-)
DeleteCozy mysteries are always fun! I love discovering new cozy series to enjoy.
ReplyDeleteHappy TTT!
I agree, Susan! :)
DeleteIs it going to teach or inspire me?
ReplyDeleteGood question to ask. :-)
DeleteI'm yet to read a cozy fantasy despite having several such titles on my title. I will hopefully read one this summer. Happy reading! My TTT https://readwithstefani.com/things-getting-in-the-way-of-reading/
ReplyDeleteHope you discover a good one, Stefani! :)
DeleteIt's categorized as a cozy mystery; love this one. Do you have any recommendations? I need a good cozy mystery in my life.
ReplyDeleteErica, the possibilities are endless! If you click on the "Book Reflections" on the right sidebar of my blog, you'll see all the ones I reviewed. You can also take a look at "Top Ten Tuesday" and "What I'm Reading and Watching" where I talk about some of them. :)
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