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  • What book is currently on your nightstand?
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[–] Andjhostet@kbin.social 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Audiobooks are awesome, and a totally valid way to consume lit. My only "gatekeeper" opinion is that it's not reading if you are listening to an audiobook while distracted. Listening to Moby Dick on 2.5x speed while playing video games doesn't count to me, sorry. But during routine tasks that don't require thinking such as doing the dishes, or commuting where you can actually think about what you're consuming and engage with it, and it's amazing.

If I'm reading something particularly dense, I'll also listen to the audiobook while reading along with a physical book. It really helps me keep my concentration.