Do you have a friend who’s always got their nose buried in a book and they’re always excited about the latest psychological thriller they’re devouring? Their energy for books and reading can be contagious, but that’s not the only way to spot them. So, if you’ve started getting to know someone, whether a friend or romantic partner, here are 11 signs that they’ve been a bookworm since childhood.
1. They Have A Quote For Everything.
If someone’s been well-read their whole lives, they probably have lots of quotes they remember from some of their favorite books. Don’t be surprised if they pepper conversations with these inspiring or funny quotes from time to time to help you out or make you see situations in a unique way. You’re sure to learn a lot from them, even if you’re not an avid reader.
2. They Have Spades Of Empathy.
Reading enables you to immerse yourself in other people’s stories, which can help you learn about other people’s perspectives. This encourages greater empathy, so your reader friend is sure to put themselves in your shoes when you’re going through a tough time, in the way they did when reading about their favorite fictional characters.
3. They Give You Books As Presents.
If you’ve got a book addict in your life, it’s highly likely that they’ll give you a book for your birthday or other special occasion. They love books so much that they’re dying to share their passion with you and they secretly hope you’ll become a book lover so you can have fun reading days together. The coolest thing about them giving you books as gifts is that they’ll present you with the perfect book for your current situation. They’re so thoughtful!
4. They Go Crazy In Bookstores.
If you’re hanging out with a friend who loves reading, don’t ever step into a bookstore with them. You’ll be there for hours as they trawl through all the bookshelves to find their next five must-read titles. Oh, and don’t think you can chat with them while strolling – looking at books is something they take seriously and they don’t want to be distracted right now!
5. They Have An Amazing Imagination.
Reading enables you to use your imagination while you ponder over words, so you essentially create worlds in your head. It’s like watching a movie made up by your own mind while reading a book, which is awesome. Your reader friend or partner can thank their love of reading for their vivid imagination. They come up with the wildest things sometimes, and you might get some great creative ideas out of them.
6. They Crave Alone Time.
If someone’s been reading all their life, they probably enjoy having time alone so they can bury themselves in a thrilling book. Reading is something you do alone, after all, so a book addict will likely be comfortable with having tons of time to themselves. If you’re going to their house for a visit and it’s a chilled, relaxing day, make sure you bring your Kindle, okay?
7. They Search For People’s Deeper Stories.
A love of stories can make one want to know everything about those around them. They want the deeper story about everyone and everything, which results in a hunger for knowledge. So, when you meet a book lover, you might find that they ask a lot of interesting questions to try to get to know you and find out your deepest, darkest secrets. You’ll feel so seen and acknowledged!
8. They Continue Learning Throughout Life.
Spending a lot of time reading nurtures a love for learning about life and having more curiosity in general. This is why book lovers tend to want to continue learning throughout their lives, whether that involves taking a new yoga class or learning a new language, or reading a book on how to grow their own vegetables.
9. They’re Always Processing Their Feelings.
Not only are avid readers empathetic, but they’re comfortable with their own feelings. They’re highly self-reflective and process their feelings. This makes them easier to understand and communicate with because they’re not walking around with unprocessed emotions. Their healthy self-expression also helps them to better know what they want and where they want to go.
10. They Have A Massive Vocabulary.
Reading means that you can learn tons of new words on the regular. This is why your book-loving friend or partner uses words with more than two syllables in their conversations. You won’t get a one-word text from them! It’s a learning experience just being around them, although you might need to use an online dictionary at times to know what they’re talking about.
11. They Know How To Solve Problems.
When you’re going through a tough time, you should reach out to your book-loving friend. If they’ve spent time reading stories and solving fictional plots, they’ll be more likely to know how to solve problems IRL. By learning how fictional characters solve problems, they’ve learned some important life skills to help themselves – and you.
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