Am I the only one who has trouble with listening to audio books because it is hard for me to listen to books without doing nothing? Like, when reading I trigger my eyes too so my brain is fully occupied I guess? weird I know.. lol

@dianaayt

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, thats totally normal because our minds wonder! What a lot of people do is play phone games while listening to it, personally I like to listen to them while I'm drawing! Find some activity that is repetitive but fun and do it while you listen to it

@dianaayt

3 жыл бұрын

I remember reading a audiobook in 1 sit while I was playing spider on my computer hahaha just have fun

@pohyokelo

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Audio books are not even retained in my mind.

@BritishLuver

3 жыл бұрын

I like to listen to audiobooks when I drive, that can take up the wandering that your eyes are doing!

Please start a monthly book club!!! I would soooo take part in it :)

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! How should I do it? I picture post on KZread with a list of titles, or a quick 4/5min video explaining what I'm planning on reading? I'm just not sure how to go about it 📚

@stefbaptista1023

4 жыл бұрын

Morgan Long I think a video would do the trick! Just explain the book you picked, why you picked it, etc. :)

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

That is what I’ll do! Thank you Stef ✨

@stefbaptista1023

4 жыл бұрын

Morgan Long ah this little exchange made my day. Can’t wait to see what you come up with!!! 💗

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

You’ve made my day! ✨

I enjoy reading along with audiobooks this lets me enjoy the reader as well as the book!

I got super close to reading 50 books last year, so I would absolutely love to do it this year! This video was super helpful and inspiring, thanks! ✨

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

SteviWondr Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my video! I’m so glad you found it inspiring ✨ I cheering for you- I know you can make it to 50!!

Landon’s advice is sound ❤️

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Katie Oglesby Very much so 🤓

Thank you for these helpful tips! My goal this year is 40 books and I'm a little behind so this gave me some good ideas! Sending love 💗

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you found these tips helpful!! I’ve only managed to read 3 books so far and we’re already well into February! I know we’ll reach our goals though- best of luck ✨📚

I absolutely love this video and all your tips! It’s so so so close to a reader’s life! Thank you! ❤️

Loved these tips. Obsessed with that shot of you sitting in front of the window and your doggo sitting in the other chair.

This was one of the most helpful videos about reading I’ve ever watched. Subscribed!

I think this is the best how to read more books video that I've seen 🙂 I loved that you pick 4 books of different genres and start them all together! I've never seen anyone do this intentionally before, but it makes perfect sense. Also that you learn a new skill each year & focus on self improvement. Love love love, as always!! X

Hi Morgan! Just found your channel and I'm in love with it. It was a glad surprise to know that you're reading The Books of Beginning, such a great trilogy! I'm brazilian and I've started reading it since the first book, and I have been following the series for many years. So glad to know that other people enjoyed as much as I did. congratulations for your channel, everything is so beautiful :))

This is going to sound crazy but I managed to read 100 books last year and the only way I managed this is audiobooks, they're life savers! I use Libby, it's the best! Also Goodreads is such a good way to keep you on track.

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Aaah, I'm AMAZED by you! Congratulations on 100 books!! Do you have a favorite you read last year? I'd say mine was "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society"

@springett91

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong I read that last year too and loved it, such a cute book! I think last years fave had to be Normal People by Sally Rooney, shes an amazing Irish author who's huge in the UK not sure if shes big in the US yet? I did re read all the Harry Potters which is always a highlight! ⚡

What a cheerful, joyful, inspiring video!! I just discovered your videos, and I'm so glad I did. :)

Last year I read 55 books, which is the most I have ever read in a year, and audiobooks are definitely to thank for that! My goal this year is 52 because I want to make time to watch more films :)

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Amie Burnell Wow, 55!! Hahaha I think you won’t have any problems making it to 52! I also would like to make more time to enjoy films.

@marlenaeva3813

2 жыл бұрын

I get that. When I read a lot there's not much time to watch movies.

OMG I LOVE the bookcase picture idea!!!! fantastic!

Anyone else already read a lot but here for entertainment?

@ravenquills92

3 жыл бұрын

✌🏾

@willlexie

3 жыл бұрын

RELATABLE

Non fiction in the morning and fiction by night. This how even I had planned to read ❤️ Thanks for the lovely video Morgan 😘❤️

You're the best! Thanks for the tips! I just got a Kindle and have been reading much more :)

love your soothing voice. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable (your authentic self). I love how coincidentally you spilled your tea and then * spilled the tea * on #10: that we don't have to read 50 books; we can go at our pace. love it! Love you! stay safe.

I love this so much! it's so inspiring and motivating. Also your channel is growing so fast! 💗

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Nab Thank you so much!! And YES, I’m almost at 1000!!! Thank you for watching so many of my videos 💕

I can’t wait for it to be safe to go to bookshops and coffee shops again! I miss reading in public. Thankfully parks are good for social distancing!

@folksurvival

2 жыл бұрын

It's no less safe now than it was in 2020 or 2019 or 2018...

@Fiona_Co

2 жыл бұрын

@@folksurvivalI left this comment last year, in 2020 during the height of the pandemic, so I’d have to disagree with you there buddy.

@folksurvival

2 жыл бұрын

@@Fiona_Co What pandemic? Again, it's just as safe now as it was in 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017 etc. There's no need to live in fear over media propaganda.

@Greg-tj8rg

2 жыл бұрын

@@folksurvival Idk man my friends mom died from covid (and I know it was so, not some BS case). If you are an at risk group then it's something to be aware of. If you are a healthy young person then the safety level is relatively the same

I am so glad I stumbled upon your videos! They are so calm and call attention to loving the little things in life (plus showing how magical books are)💕 If you haven't, I highly recommend reading A Man Called Ove

Morgan, I love this! I’m always looking for motivation to get my reading done and honestly never thought of doing a lot of these...your videos are great :)

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Tori Johnson Thank you so much, Tori!! I just want to say- Herschel is ADORABLE. I love all of your pictures of him- congratulations to you and your sweet husband ❤️

Thank you so much for sharing. I'm really looking forward to start reading books again. You inspired me to start a new audiobook today! Yay! I'm back in the game. xx Linda

Thanks for your tips!!!

What an Intro!! ✨ Loved your video

You're just so so SWEET 😍 I always enjoy listening to you 🥰 Much loveee💋

Thank you for the tips 💝 love it so much

Thank you for the tips! They were really helpful. All your videos are so aesthetic pleasing!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for commenting and your kind words! I'm really glad you found the tips helpful :)

Hello from France ! This video was really amazing! Thank you !

I really can't say thank you enough for how inspiring you are!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU!

I love this! I’m also interested in buying more books to “learn” with versus my traditional choice of fiction and fantasy. What Herbology books would you recommend?

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Spenser Carrion Thank you so much! I’ve heard that “The Green Witch” by Arin Murphy Hiscock is a really great one! I have a handful of fun vintagey book I found at used bookstores and charity shops. The one I enjoy the most is “The magic and medicine of Plants” - I’ve found an Amazon link: Magic and Medicine of Plants www.amazon.com/dp/0895772213/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_w4PeEbMVBRWBT

4:05 so cute♥️

You are so sweet! I really gained alot of insights and especially audio books!

Hey Morgan! I would love to see a video on your favourite fantasy books! I can't stand non fiction or self help books but I love the idea of reading a few different books at a time. I do this as well. Even though they are all fantasy usually, I will read 2-3 different subgenres of fantasy at a time or 2-3 fantasy books that have a very different feel to them, or kind of theme to them. This helps me to read more of my favourite genre yet still prevent boredom. Great video!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the recommendation, littlebat! I will definitely do a favorite fantasy book video at some point... I just need to get up the courage to express an opinion/well-rounded review. Regardless, I think you've inspired me to do a Fantasy February and only read fantasy next month. ✨

Omg the powell’s mug 💗💗💗💗💗

This was such a helpful video, thank you ♥️ I'm a new subscriber of a few days and I love your channel!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome, friend!

would love to see a video on how you do your journal xx

reading multiple books at once is also another great idea!

Don’t worry Morgan we are alway with you.And I love to watch your videos a lot.

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I'm happy you're here :)

Thank you for the tips! 🤗😘 Since I started to keep track of the books that I read over the year, my numbers have increased. For 2021 at this point I have already read 72 books. Xoxo

Eeeehh I love her bloody and the study of the properties of herbs!!

I read five at once rotating as my preference indicates. I should hit 60 end of this year. Goodreads reading challenges are great.

thank you so much for this video!!! i am soon to be graduating from university and i really want to get into reading for fun again and i am full of inspiration and ideas for how I'm going to do it now 💕 also FOREST IS THE BEST. I used it all the time for homework and now I'm going to use it for reading, too-thank you for that suggestion!!

Love this so much xx

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Ava Kirk Thank you, Ava! 💕

Great advice and I’m exactly 2 years in now reading 50 books per year. This year (nov 21-22) I’m reading 100 books and already 4 deep! I also loved the mountains. Reminds me of here in Colorado.

You have inspired me to collect leaves and frame them. I will do that this Autumn.

As always an amazing peaceful video! ❤️ I'm sure you'll enjoy "gentleman in Moscow "; its one of my favorite books.

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Sepideh! I already love the book and I know I'm going to fly through it!

Love your outlook and channel 😆x

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

As always your video is awesome! My goal this year is 30 books. Last year it was 26 but I only read 20, which I think it's pretty okay. I will definitely put your tips to use! One that helps me a lot is to bring my book in my bag, so when i have long lines at the bank or on my lunch break I can get a good chunk of the book done. ps. I didn't knew you are learning Spanish! That's awesome! That's my first language! If you ever have a question maybe I can help! ps 2. I love that your phone is set to Spanish!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Irene 20 es increíble!! No tengo duda que puedes leer 30 este año!! A mi también, me gusta traer mis libros a cada lugar 📚 He estudiado español por casi 9 años- si quieres, puedes comentar en español, me encanta la práctica! Lamento que me haya tomado tanto tiempo responder- estoy de vacaciones en hawaii 🌺

You're a delight!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I like to read manga’s and light novels is that oke?

@daphnebasque1903

3 жыл бұрын

as long you’re enjoying it!

@dalishrogue3621

3 жыл бұрын

Yea, Kimberly, it doesn't matter what you read. To be honest it doesn't even matter how you read (ie audiobooks). Read what ever sparks joy! Edit: and don't let anybody shame you for what you read!

@sjareld

3 жыл бұрын

Any literature that has seen multiple revisions is worth reading. I'm sure manga and light novels have been through that.

@mahimathakur6997

3 жыл бұрын

ofc reading is reading

@avalouise5223

3 жыл бұрын

@@dalishrogue3621 listening to audio books isn't reading

What a great video! Thank you so much for sharing your tips. What backpacking books do you recommend? Thanks!

You’re the sweetest person 🥰

The little lion Luna Lovegood on your bujo shelf!,! 🤭😭😍 LOVE HER

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

The Little Readers Corner hahaha, thank you so much!! So glad you noticed 😂

Que bueno que estés interesada en aprender español! Soy de Puerto Rico!! Me encantan tus videos

gonna go read now!! also let's go read at cute places together!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Kasey Perdue YES!! I would love to! Also, thank you so much for taking the time to watch my videos and comment on so many of them- it means a lot to me 🤗

in the UK, the free audiobooks app is called Borrow Box. Its so cool. But the only downside is that you have to wait for the popular audio books which can take months.

Thanks

Love the book club idea!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do you have a preference for how to plan/share the books each month?

@carolinad.hernandezlaurean8748

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong Maybe you could do a post or something where we can choose between 2 books. And then make a video at the beginning of the month about the book that won. At the end of the month you could do a review video and in the comments we share our ideas. It doesn't have to be every months, it can also be every 2 or 3 months. This way we can read more books together in the 2020!! ✨💙

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

I love this idea!! I’m traveling for the first half of the month but when I get home, I’ll start planning 📚 Thank you Carolina!

hi im new ,It is so fun when you bid the viewers i feel welcomed

I'm a fellow English major! Haha! I really recommend checking out The Song of Achilles. I'm currently in the middle of it and loving it.

The aesthetics are 😍💯

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Happy new year ! Hey please you post the video challenge where you styling your boyfriend hair soon ? Thank youuu

Hey there, great tips, thank you so much for sharing. I've started learning spanish as well. How about a video-idea of recommending good spanish books for beginners. Maybe one or two per genre. (Just an idea, no pressure here :) )

I love this video, and not because you gave me a shout out for recommending Gentleman in Moscow. 😊. I thought your technique of filling in your hand-drawn “bookcase” with the books you’ve read is clever. No wonder you get so much done, using these strategies. Well done! Inspiring.

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Constance Lively Thank you so very much, Connie 😊 I’m soaking it allll in, learning as much as I can, you’re practicing presence of mind and prioritizing relationships- 2020 is going to be our year!

I LOVE Powell’s soooo much!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

ME TOO!!

I read my first book in years this year! I read a lot of manga/comics but not many books, so it felt I was missing out on a lot. Started with carry on and beauty & the beast and now I’m digging into finishing the Harry Potter series for the first time! After that I’m thinking: song of Achilles, heart stopper, the odyssey, Matilda, captive prince series and idk whatever looks fun! It’s so nice to get into a story - it feels so exciting and I missed it : ) my aim is 12 books for this year (on the 6th)

@hiyorioh

8 ай бұрын

Ok

I will follow your tips for shore! Make a whats on my phone video!!! i would love see that video heheheh

You look so pretty 💕

I read the physical or ebook while listen to the audiobook in 2x speed. It motivates me more and I have less break time.

Buen vídeo, he disfrutado mucho viéndolo mientras desayunaba, !saludos desde Madrid, España¡

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Muchísimas gracias, amiga 🤗 Me encanta Madrid!!

I've got a question! How do you approach re-reading a book? I want to revisit old favorites but I'm afraid that I might grow bored and skip ahead, or even worse, see my old favorites in a different light and realize they weren't as amazing as I thought they were. How do you approach re-reading favorites with a fresh perspective?

i really appreciate this video even if i have no trouble of reading enough books :) oh and also can we add you on forest? i love that app!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

leonie Thank you! Yeah, that would be fun- what’s your username?

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

I think I’ve just added you! I’m on vacation now but when I get back, I’ll get back to my regular Forest schedule

@Morgan Long I set my goal this year at 25 books, and because of quarantine I’m about to hit it! Time to reach higher I suppose!

Hi Morgan, I love your mug, where did you take it? Tank you. Nathalie from Canada🇨🇦

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Hello, Nathalie!! I bought my mug from a local bookstore called Powell's City of Books 📚 Here's a link to the mug on their website: www.powells.com/gift/powells-umbrella-mug-1110000122016/18-0 Their website looks like it was made in the early 2000's hahaha, but I promise it's legitimate!

have you read Sophie kinsellas shopaholic series ? I love it !

Brilliant video, Morgan! 💞 It's a good challenge for the new year - I usually read 2-3 books per month, but I am going to try to go for more! I am currently reading "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman. Hugs from the chilly UK! Xx

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Olga Hart-Antoniadou Thank you so much! Are you liking “Norse Mythology” so far? It’s always caught my eye and think I’d like to read it. I generally love anything by Gaiman 📚 I know you could totally get to 50 total books!! Hugs from Hawaii (haha I’m currently vacationing)

@olgahart-antoniadou8461

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong Oh, that's great! Have a wonderful time! I love ''Norse Mythology''! I will definitely be reading more books this year (and more books by Gaiman) :)

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

I really like “The Graveyard Book” by Gaiman!

@olgahart-antoniadou8461

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong It's on my list! 📚 I really love illustrated books! I had the chance to meet a lot of fantastic illustrators when I was working at the House of Illustration in London! 😊

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

You worked in the House of Illustration in London!? That’s SO cool. Perhaps this is a silly question, but do you illustrate?? I’m fascinated by illustration art and have been inspired to teach myself how to draw! My favorite illustrated book I read in 2019 was “Snow and Rose” if you’d like to check it out!

Did you use the drawing book? I’m intrigued by this book, but will I use it?… 😅

Are there more than one location of this book store? And do you always go to the same location?

I feel like when I listen to an audiobook, my mind wanders or I’m too focused on what I’m doing to pay attention to the story. Any tips?

@taylorbennett9647

3 жыл бұрын

I know this is seven months later but I find it helpful to walk while listening to my audio books 😊

If you're interested in reincarnation you should read the works of Allan Kardec. Really great stuff!

I'm currently on my 116th book of the year! My goal for this year is 120 books, so that's gonna be easy lol

I was just thinking how can I read 50 books a year like Morgan does. I can read maximum 20 a year (I'm close to finishing this year's Good reads challenge) but not sure if I can exceed that limit. But I'll try your tips :)

12 books a year sounds like a good goal for me. I am quite a slow reader so it seems like an attainable one.

Excellent video, thanks. New subscriber here,

I put a challenge on good reads to read more books but unfortunately i couldn't achieve it because my hard work outside, i came home very tired and starting the house chores from cleaning and cooking. 😢 i am so disappointed with my self.

hi am new here, i love to read, if i am enjoying a book it plays like a movie in my head, do you know any good crime novels?

If you haven't read it already then I highly recommend The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah! I read it back in the beginning to 2018 and it was my favorite book of that year and will continue to be my favorite. I've recommended it to so many people since then and the few who have read it feel the same.

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the recommendation!! I've added it to my handwritten TBR and will add it to goodreads as soon as I get my account all figured out. I hope you've had a good start to 2020 : )

@tamar3859

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong Oh wow! I'm excited you put it on your TBR! I feel honored. 😁 I hope you enjoy it as much as me! I wish I could read it for the first time again. My 2020 has started off well! Thank you! I sure hope the same for you also!❤️

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

@@tamar3859 I'm excited to read it!! I'm glad your 202 is off to a good start : )

@tamar3859

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong Thank you so much! Likewise..🙂

@carolinemarshall1669

4 жыл бұрын

I listened to this while I was in the hospital this year. Soooo so good and her books are always so comforting.

I think you’re great though!!! 😊👍

😍😍😍👍

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

🤗

Yo pasé de 13 libros en 2018 a 55 en 2019 y estoy muy contenta. Además de aprender, como dices, noto que mi memoria y atención han mejorado. ¿Conoces a Marcel Pagnol? Si no has leído nada de él, te lo recomiendo. Especialmente 'El agua de las colinas' (The water of the hills). Son dos libros: 'Jean de Florette' y 'Manon of the springs'. ¡Tú también eres increíble! :D

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

MissBliss Wow!! 13 a 55! Es progreso increíble 📚 No he leído nada de Marcel Pagnol pero estoy añadiendo “El agua de las colinas” a mi listo de leer (TBR). Muchas gracias para la recomendación!! Y como siempre muchísimas gracias para tu apoyo 💕 Me encantan tus comentarios!

@MissBliss.

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong No hay por qué darlas ^.^ También te recomiendo 'Sostiene Pereira', de Antonio Tabucchi. Leí todos en 2019 y me encantaron. ¡Un saludo!

@MissBliss.

4 жыл бұрын

'Pereira maintains', en inglés :P

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

Lo he añadido a mi TBR : ) Muchas gracias 💕

I have to finish a book. My ocd doesn't allow it.

I like audiobooks for classics cos I can't focus with the complicated writing

I cannot remember anything I listen on audio books.

Morgan , if you want a WONDERFUL book that has to do with reincarnation and all things taboo and metaphysical I am currently reading Destiny of Souls by Michael Newton PHD. I know you would enjoy it! I love your videos so calming and magical to watch!

"Alan Watts - Become what you are" - Greetings from Italy

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

alberto bozzetto Such a great quote! Saluti dalle hawaii (ahah sono in vacanza) 🌺

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

alberto bozzetto Such a great quote! Saluti dalle hawaii (ahah sono in vacanza) 🌺

@albertobozzetto8939

4 жыл бұрын

@@MorganLong Allora, buon divertimento e relax, Ciaoo

Thank you so much..and you are so cute 🥰..

@MorganLong

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great inspiring video. You seem like a very interesting an intelligent person. Thank you very much for sharing your tips that resonating a lot in me. If you ever want to practice your Spanish, I would be glad to help you in return.

JIM DALE IS A GOD!!

@readingisbelieving5248

4 жыл бұрын

The Little Readers Corner agreed!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

The Little Readers Corner I agree!!!

@MorganLong

4 жыл бұрын

I agree!!