Earlier this year I started reading Out of the Silent Planet by C. S. Lewis from the recommendation of Steven Fenly and the enthusiasm of Kelly Zwern. I’m a horribly slow reader but was inspired by Miryam to be better at it. I can say that in 2019 I read more than I had in a long time.

One of the most important tricks to being a better reader (in word or music) is reading something that you’re interested in. I found out if I like the idea, and the story is fun, I’m more likely to read it. I found this in Out of the Silent Planet. This story spoke to my heart and has informed my art—I think this is why Vanessa Carlton says you should read more to write more.

I wanted to chime in here so that I can remember that I spend my Christmas holiday finishing that book I was reading. I’m thankful for it… and now on to Part Two, Prelandrea.