There are two types of readers in this world: those with meticulously planned TBRs and those who embrace absolute chaos. And then, of course, there’s everyone in between—mood-readers, recommendation chasers, and the truly unpredictable among us who just grab whatever book is closest.
But no matter how we choose, there’s one universal truth: the struggle of picking what’s next is very, very real.
The Four Types of Readers
📖 The Mood-Reader – You can’t be boxed in by a TBR! One day you crave an epic fantasy, the next, you need an emotionally devastating contemporary novel. Mood dictates everything, and sticking to a plan? Impossible. You might start three different books in one week just to find the right vibe.
📚 The TBR Loyalist – You have a list. A beautifully curated, painstakingly organized list. And by the book gods, you will follow it. Whether it’s a seasonal reading plan, an annual goal, or just the books stacked precariously on your nightstand, you always know what’s next. (Even if you don’t always follow through…)
🎲 The Random Grabber – Who needs logic? You pick up whatever is closest, has the prettiest cover, or just feels right in the moment. Your method may be chaotic, but somehow, it always works out. Probably.
👀 The Recommendation Chaser – You don’t choose—bookish friends, BookTok, and trusted reviewers do. If a book is trending, it’s immediately on your radar. If someone you trust raves about it, you’re adding it to your cart. Choosing a book yourself? That’s someone else’s problem.
The Eternal Question: What’s Next?
No matter which type of reader you are, picking your next book can feel like a monumental decision. Do you reach for the book that’s been on your shelf forever? The brand-new release? The one everyone’s talking about?
So let’s settle this—how do YOU pick your next read?
Tell me in the comments: What’s your method (or lack of one)? And what’s your actual next read? 👇📖✨
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