Fall In Love With Reading at BOOK FACE
In case you forgot, it’s almost Valentine's Day. That’s right—the day of love, sappy cards, and eating so much heart-shaped chocolate that you feel violently ill is right around the corner. Whatever your relationship status may be—totally loved up, “it’s complicated,” or just pining for your local barista who always remembers your coffee order—Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to pick up a romantic read and really get into the spirit of the holiday, in a literary way. But if meet-cutes aren’t really your cup of tea, never fear! We’ve made finding your perfect match easy (no Tinder required) with our Book Lover’s Quiz.
Answer the questions below to find your happily ever after!
The Book Lover’s Quiz
1. What’s your favourite place to read?
A. Wherever you can!
B. In your local cafe with your hot drink of choice.
C. At night, in bed.
D. On your lunch break at work.
2. When you’re stuck in traffic on your morning commute, what podcast are you listening to to help pass the time?
A. Conversations with Richard Fidler, Chat 10 Looks 3, The New Yorker Fiction Podcast.
B. Shameless, The High-Low, NYT: Modern Love.
C. My Favourite Murder, Serial, Crime Junkie.
D. NYT: The Daily, The TJoe Rogan Experience, Stuff You Should Know.
3. What’s your favourite holiday film?
A. Elf.
B. Love Actually.
C. Die Hard.
D. It’s A Wonderful Life.
4. On a typical Saturday night where can you be found?
A. Spending the night out on the town with your friends.
B. Dinner at a fancy restaurant followed by drinks at a dimly lit cocktail bar.
C. Quiet night in with pizza and a book/movie.
D. You’re already in bed. Gotta be well rested for your 5am run the next morning!
5. Someone just spoiled the ending to the show you’ve been binge-watching. Your immediate reaction is . . .
A. This would never happen. You’re always up to date with the latest episodes.
B. Literally never speaking to that person again.
C. Heads. Will. Roll.
D. Don’t really care. You don’t really watch TV.
6. When it comes to big adventures and trips, your friends would say that you…
A. Like to keep up a brisk pace and see what you can, but you aren’t opposed to slowing down now and then—as long as it’s not too often.
B. Prefer a relaxed, open-ended approach to traveling, in which you make time for plenty of stops and breaks to rest and take in the sights. You might nap a lot, too, if you’re in the mood (which is often).
C. Love to get fully immersed in a new place and culture - you want to feel like a local by the time you leave. You’re also quite partial to a good walking/cycling tour.
D. Want to explore absolutely everything, and get easily bored if you spend too much time at one stop!
7. Who’s your dream dinner party guest?
A. Shakespeare
B. Marilyn Monroe
C. Agatha Christie
D. David Attenborough
Mostly As - The Fiction Aficionado
You’re ecclectic and curious, with a wide array of intersts. You’ve got your finger on the pulse and like staying up to date with the latest trends but you also appreicate the classics. You can hold a conversation with just about anyone and love a good story. You always have a book buried in your bag. Looking for your next favourite book (at least for the month)? Check out these new releases gaurenteed to be the talk of book club!
Mostly Bs - The Regal Romantic
You’re a true romantic, right down to your bones. While life can be tough, you know that every cloud has a silver linging and that you’ll always find a happy ending, even if it’s not where you thought it would be. Your friends think you can be a bit of a dreamer, but isn’t that the best way to live? Fall in love with our selection of heart-stoppping romances and be swept of your feet this Valentine’s Day!
Mostly Cs - The Crime Connoisseur
Sharp, quick-witted, and a bit of an adrenaline junkie, you love a good mystery in all forms. Nothing entertains you more than a challenging puzzle - ideally packed into a heart-pounding read. You’re not adverse to taking calculated risks only because you’re confident in your abilities and you’re always up for an adventure. Halfway into any book, you’ve already predicted each plot twist and are pretty sure you know how it’s going to end. Need a new puzzle to sink your teeth into? Try these!
Mostly Ds - The Non-Fiction Fiend
You’re always on the go and love learning new things. Curious, realistic, and rational, you want the answers to life’s most interesting questions. You’ve been called down to earth before and pragmatic and you don’t mind that one bit. In your group of friends, you often find yourself being the voice of reason. Looking to up your game? Check out our selection of non-fiction essential reads.