I put together a small list of a few recommendations to get you out of a reading slump. I tend to gravitate towards graphic novels personally, but I’ll offer up some regular novels as well!
First up is one of the funniest books I’ve ever read! I was in a slump when someone recommended it to me and the format (written in the form of Slack messages) made it easy to whip through.
This one is very near and dear to my heart. Funny in a snarky, dry, sarcastic kind of way, but also soul-wrenching. Full disclosure, this series is not finished yet, but I still highly recommend it!
As I said, graphic novels are my go-to to get me out of a reading slump. Usually I go for lighter ones that are easy to digest, but once in a while I need something gritty and dark. The Monstress series is that series for me. Steampunk, fantasy, horror, with beautiful art by Sana Takeda to top it all off.
My last recommendation is a quick, light-hearted, easy-to-read graphic novel. As long as you don’t mind reading “backwards”, then this series is the one for any cat lover!
EDITOR'S NOTE (aka an intro from Claire): Jenn is a long time staff member at Red Deer Public Library working across the branches. You may see her at the main service desks always ready with a friendly smile a quick recommendation! Hear Jenn talk about these recommendations, and reading slumps on the latest episode of Part of the Story wherever you get your podcasts!
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