9. Don‘t read a bunch of books at one time. - Deepstash
9. Don‘t read a bunch of books at one time.

9. Don‘t read a bunch of books at one time.

Multitasking is great for some things, but when it comes to books, not so much. It takes away from the momentum you feel when making your way straight through one story or nonfiction narrative.

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