How to Pick a Great Book It's not news that we spend more time
than ever texting and online. But did you know that we also
spend more time reading? Yep, that's right: a 2010 study shows
that more teens are reading good old-fashioned, ink-on-paper
books. Reading is a good way to discover the next big thing and
to learn a little more about yourself while you're at it. But
while you may know how to find the best app for your phone, do
you know how to pick a book you'll really like? Here are some
tips. Start With Your Interests Reading on your own isn't like
reading for school (although chances are, you'll end up loving
some of the books you read for school and want to read more by
those authors). You can pick something that's all about your
interests, whether it's ancient martial arts, computers, or
fashion design. You name it, there are bound to be books about
it. What's Your "Type"? Do you prefer fiction or nonfiction (or
both)? Fiction books like novels or short-story collections can
transport you to another