With millions of published books, the seems to be endless options for anyone who loves to read. From Sylvia Plath to Steven King, there is a tremendous variety for all people with different tastes. But, if you love to read as much as I do, you understand that there are some "downsides" to having a great affinity for reading.
1. There is no such thing as owning "too many" books.
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Even though there are books lining every inch of your bedroom walls, there is always space for just
one more.
2. It's impossible to pass a Barnes & Noble without going inside.
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You may promise yourself that you're "only going to look" and that you'll "only be five minutes," but, we both know that's not true.
3. You get attached to the lives of your favorite characters.
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If they die, you see it as a personal attack from the author.
4. You're always wary to see a movie based on your favorite books.
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What if the movie isn't nearly as good as the book? What if they get the characters completely wrong? There's just too much to risk.
5. The wait for the release of a sequel to your favorite series seems to drag on forever.
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At this point, it doesn't have to be perfect. I just
need to know what happens next.
6. You always have a book handy in case of an emergency.
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At the beach? Taking the train? Trying to ignore someone? There's always a book for that.
7. Most of your money is spent on buying books.
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Saving money becomes really difficult when you have no self control in a bookstore.
8. Finishing a great book always makes you sad.
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The only things that can repair that small hole in your
heart is either discovering a great, new book or just having a nice cry.
9. You take it personally when someone doesn't like one of your favorite books.
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You'll politely
smile and nod at their opinion and acknowledge its existence, even though you
know they're wrong.
10. You've considered becoming an English major just to have an excuse to read as many books as you want without being judged.

I know I won't make that much money but, I get to read. So, is it really that much of a dilemma?