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Reading Tip of the Week: Why I Love Non-Fiction Books
In 2025, we are bombarded by information and news 24/7. From social media to news sites, the barrage of stories, facts, opinions, and opinions disguised as facts can drive anyone crazy in the modern age of overstimulation. If you’ve ever seen a topic that interests you but are unsure if what you’re reading is truth or someone’s version of the truth, non-fiction books may be what you need to explore the topic that’s piqued your curiosity.
I love non-fiction books because I can dive into the nuts and bolts of a topic and truly understand what’s going on. All too often, a social media post or article may only scratch the surface of an issue, and what’s being stated could be incorrect or lack credibility. With non-fiction books, you can gain a solid grasp of the topic and a thorough understanding of what’s being discussed.
This doesn’t mean you don’t have to be aware of the author’s bias, but in a long-form space like a book you can utilize your critical thinking skills to determine whether the author is giving you the information straight, or if they have a particular leaning that attempts to sway you to one side or the other on a specific topic. These biased non-fiction books are pretty easy to spot these days, but it’s always good to go into a non-fiction book with your critical thinking cap on just in case.
If there is a topic you see a story or post about online that interests you, see if there’s a book that will expand your understanding and knowledge about it. If that book increases your interest, the bibliography at the back will lead you toward more books that will help you understand the topic even more.
Happy Reading, and I’ll see you next time!
I love non-fiction books because I can dive into the nuts and bolts of a topic and truly understand what’s going on. All too often, a social media post or article may only scratch the surface of an issue, and what’s being stated could be incorrect or lack credibility. With non-fiction books, you can gain a solid grasp of the topic and a thorough understanding of what’s being discussed.
This doesn’t mean you don’t have to be aware of the author’s bias, but in a long-form space like a book you can utilize your critical thinking skills to determine whether the author is giving you the information straight, or if they have a particular leaning that attempts to sway you to one side or the other on a specific topic. These biased non-fiction books are pretty easy to spot these days, but it’s always good to go into a non-fiction book with your critical thinking cap on just in case.
If there is a topic you see a story or post about online that interests you, see if there’s a book that will expand your understanding and knowledge about it. If that book increases your interest, the bibliography at the back will lead you toward more books that will help you understand the topic even more.
Happy Reading, and I’ll see you next time!
