From: The Art and Science of Reclaiming the Written Word
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Abandoning books that do not engage you within the first 40 to 50 pages prevents reading slumps.

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Forcing yourself to finish a boring book turns reading into a chore. This guilt often causes people to stop reading altogether. Giving yourself permission to quit a book early keeps the practice enjoyable and clear of unnecessary obligation.

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