Before we entered the era of electronics and social media, reading was a ritual taken up by everyone interested in gaining knowledge and expanding their horizon. Nowadays, with the distraction of the internet around the corner, many people resort to Youtube, TikTok and Instagram for their entertainment. Reading has become a forgotten art, which is a shame, since there are so many benefits to it. Reading has proven to make you smarter, improve your writing skills, it stimulates mental activity and helps reducing stress. On top of that it expands your vocabulary, improves your memory as well as your focus and concentration. Plenty of reasons to start reading, so pick up that book from your shelf and start having fun!