This title is part of a series on mindfulness. Previous titles have included Mindfulness in Gardening, Mindfulness in Knitting and, Mindfulness in Wild Swimming, among others. The wide range of subject matters shows that mindfulness can be approached/practiced in many ways.

The world feels so shaky at times that mindfulness may become more popular than ever. Those who already enjoy reading will, I think, find that if mindfulness is needed, here is one way to embrace it. This book has chapters on topics like losing yourself in a book, ways to read, reading like a child, sharing the joy of reading, finding one’s self in a book, and putting down books. There are also helpful resources at the end of the title.

Note that the reader’s guide through this book is a true bibliophile. I enjoyed what she had to say from the very beginning when she writes about how she taught herself to read at age five. She has not stopped since and is a bibliotherapist who takes her work seriously.

I liked that this book encouraged me to think about how I read. Mindfulness in the process will add to my approach and enjoyment.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.

I have read a lot of books about reading books but this was by far the nicest - and also had suggestions I had not yet considered. I now have a list of reading resolutions and a list of other books to read. For me this is the ideal outcome.

Reading has long been a meditative experience for me and when I saw this title, I knew I wanted to read it.

I really wanted to love this book but much of it didn’t work for me and I found this to very much be a ‘take what you like and leave the rest’ book.

I hope other readers enjoy this more.



Thank you to Leaping Hare Press and NetGalley for the temporary PDF

As an avid reader, and whose favourite meditative activity is reading, I was so hoping to love this book, but it was not for me.
I do not wish to go into any details, and I hope other readers will find value and enjoyment in this book,

"Mindfulness in Reading: Meditations on Words & Wisdom" by Ella Berthoud is a beautifully crafted exploration of the intersection between literature and mindfulness. Berthoud encourages readers to slow down and savor the written word, providing insightful reflections that enhance the reading experience. Her meditations are thoughtful and contemplative, making this book a perfect companion for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of literature while cultivating a more mindful approach to reading. The blend of personal anecdotes and literary insights creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that resonates with both avid readers and those seeking a more intentional literary practice.

Review coming soon!

Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC.

Opinions are mine.