Good Readers and Good Writers

People believe good readers are those who can read anything that comes their way, can read fast, read much and read well, or have a set of preferences developed over a period of time with reading experiences. Vladimir Nabokov describes a good reader as a passionate, artistic, aloof individual. A good reader establishes an artistic harmonious balance between his mind and the authors mind. Someone who takes pleasure in the inner weave of a given masterpiece. I believe a good reader feels passionate about what book he/she will conquer next. It’s the artistic side and aloofness of the reader that captures the full mental grasp of what the author is implying. A creative reader is a good reader. Creative reading isn’t the flair to read between the lines and understand author’s inherent intentions, suggestions or embedded allusions. It is the quality to be able to discern the genre and reading strategy of the book, to know if and when the author’s intrusion is necessary to enjoy the book to its utmost, to be able to classify the books and authors according to varied parameters and know the time their reading will be best suited. My reading comprehension is very poor. I do not believe for one second that I fit in the category of a “Good Reader”.  I have improved and continue to acquire the necessary strategies to be considered an accomplished reader. My fiancé is a fantastic reader and a wonderful companion to read with. I feel my weakness is text structure. I have not read many books; I found it most difficult to grasp the meaning of what the atmosphere is like inside the authors mind. I could not get a picture; I lacked imagery in my reading. I never understood how people could imagine the scenery of where the characters are or what they’re wearing and run with it till the end, like a film. As I continue to expand my genre of reading, I’m beginning to understanding books more while as I familiarize my self with English grammar. Check out some of the recommended  strategies on becoming an improved reader.                    

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My first blog.

First Blog

I never expected for me to ever be bloging, but here I am because it's required for my english class.