BEEtween the Pages: Reading Resolutions

"The wise man reads both books
and life itself."

~Lin Yutang~

As a writer, I'm sure you've been told many times how valuable reading good books is to improving your writing. A few days ago, I responded to a discussion question listed on The Christian Writers View 2 about setting reading resolutions for the year. This discussion question encouraged me to reflect on the reading goals I'd like to accomplish this year. How many and what types of books would I like to read during the year? Here's what I jotted down as my reading resolutions for 2010:

(1) Spend more time in the Bible. Over this next year, I hope to delve deeper into my study of the Bible and grow in my understanding of it. I'm currently trying to read the Bible in 90 days, and so far, it's been an enriching experience. I'd like to also complete some in-depth Bible studies during the year.

(2) Read at least two fiction books per month. I'd like to follow C.S. Lewis's advice about reading books:

"It is a good rule after reading a new book, never allow yourself another new one till you have read an old one in between."

(3) Read at least one non-fiction book per month. Last year, I read several biographies about Christians in difficult circumstances and how they leaned on God during their trials. These amazing stories encouraged me to grow in my faith. I hope to read several more this year. Also, as a parent of a young child, I plan to read some books on parenting.

(4) Read at least one writing craft book each month. I have several on my bookshelf I'd love to read this year.

(5) Allot time each week to read magazines, digizines, and blogs about the craft of writing.

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BEEsy Writer Question: What are your reading resolutions for 2010?

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