Do Nothing But Read Day

Sometimes it's hard to find time in your schedule to curl up with a book. We're all busy with school, work, or any of a myriad of other activities. Especially during this busy holiday season, who really has time to read everything they want? Well, a library student from UW-Madison (and, coincidentally, a friend of mine) mused about this conundrum one day on Facebook. The response was overwhelming. So many people shared this plight that Amanda decided to do something about it. She quickly started to spread the word about Do Nothing But Read Day (DNBRD), which she hopes will be a chance for people like her to catch up on all of that reading that they've been meaning to do.

DNBRD is scheduled to take place on Sunday, December 20. The rules (which you are free to interpret somewhat loosely to fit your situation) are as follows:

Requirements:
-you must read more than one book (they can be short, and short stories count!)

-comfy clothing (jammies preferable)

-no shoes (slippers are ok)

-mugs of beverages and snacks

Optional:
-sleepy cat(s)

-blankies


Even if you don't adhere COMPLETELY to the rules (even Amanda has admitted that there's plenty of wiggle room there), I really urge all of you to try to participate. Take this opportunity to say, "Yes, I will read that book that's been sitting on my table for months!" or "Yes, I'll try a new author/genre! or "Yes, I will take time out of my busy schedule just for me!"

Be sure to also take a look at the official DNBRD blog. I believe that you can register to participate and even win some prizes. Amanda also has some great book recommendations - mostly teen stuff - if you need some ideas for what to pick up. She's also documented how the idea of DNBRD has spread so rapidly - people in Rhode Island, California, and even Poland and Australia are getting excited!