First of My Reasons to Like Large Print Books
If you are an avid reader like me, one of the plusses of being 50plus today is that more and more books are being printed in Large Print format.
The first of my reasons to like Large Print Books is that they are easier to read when I’m tired. With large print, my eyes are less strained. I can read longer without having to give my eyes a rest. This is very helpful when I am really involved in a story and don’t want to put the book down. As a Baby Boomer, I really appreciate that they reduce eye strain.
Second of My Reasons to Like Large Print Books
Large Print Books are easier and faster to read than regular print books. I find my eyes glide along the page and I seem to finish books faster than those with regular-sized print. I don’t struggle to focus. I can quickly get through descriptions that may have little bearing on the main plot. As I love to read, especially mysteries and thrillers, I get to “who dun it” much faster. I also get on to the next book faster. (There’s always a next book in the queue.)
Third of My Reasons to Like Large Print Books
Large Print versions of popular books are more likely to be found on the library shelf than regular-print books. I used to head over to the Express Books or New Books section when I entered the library. Then I changed my habit to look on the New Large Print Books section first. This is because I often find, to my delight, recent bestsellers there. Therefore, I don’t have to wait until they show up on the regular shelves or reserve them and wait for my turn on the waiting list.
Fourth Reason: Get Your Hands on Bestsellers quicker
Want to cut your waiting time on the library reserve list for a newly published and popular book? Reserve the Large Print version. The waiting list is much, much shorter. Sometimes there’s almost no wait at all, or you could be first when the book is on order. If your library’s copy isn’t available, often another library’s is available, and it’s quickly sent via inter-library loan. Not instant gratification, but close.
Last of My Reasons to Like Large Print Books
Large Print books tend to stay open easier. I like to prop my books on a book stand so I can read and enjoy a cup of tea. I generally have to use another book or a chip clip or similar large clip to help keep regular books open to keep my hands free. Somehow the weight of the binding helps to keep the book open.
Summing Up My Reasons to Like Large Print Books
Easier on the eyes, faster to read, more readily available, shorter reserve lists, and stay open, what’s not to like about Large Print books? Well, yes, they are heavier, but then they keep your strength up, too!
One of the plusses of being 50plus today is that more and more books are being printed in Large Print format
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