There is a wide variety of books that are available today. It can be not easy to decide which one to read. Many people read books to learn something new or expand their knowledge. But before we get started, we must know what points we need to look at when reading a book.

1) What Is The Author's Goal

To understand the author's goal, one must first understand the nature of the book. It is a non-fiction piece that provides commentary on what it means to be human. The author uses his own personal story to explain how he came to learn about himself through reading a variety of books.

2) Is The Author Trying To Persuade Us, Entertain Us, Or Inform Us

Every person, at some point in their life, has to decide whether they want to read a book. This decision is huge and can lead to incredible consequences. You should never judge a book by its cover because the decision of what you're reading can literally change your life. 

3) What Is The Audience For This Book?

Every book has an audience. Not all books are intended for the same audience, but it is important to consider who you read a book for before you start. There are specific types of people who should not read this novel, but more on that later.

4) What Kind Of Writing Style Does The Author Use?

There are many different writing styles and types, but the author's point of view can be one of the most important considerations when deciding which style to use. The author's point of view allows the writer to determine how the audience is going to interpret the story and react to it. An author can use a third-person point of view, the first-person point of view, or even a limited second-person point of view in their writing.

We all know that reading is important, but not everyone can make time for it. If you're trying to read more and practice your skills, try reading a book with a point of view different from your own. It's important to know how other people think and why they act the way they do, which means reading real books with a range of perspectives.

We also need to understand what genre the book is and which level of reader it is for. A story is a set of related events often in chronological order, where a single narrator relates the events and describes the action. A story may be composed of other stories and shared as chapters. Stories can be used to teach, entertain, or promote a viewpoint.

Skimming The Surface by Maggie Brown

Everything in Irina's life, good or bad, comes from her passion for skating. Her spirit flies free when she's on the ice. It does not matter whether it is a pond or a rink of Zamboni-smoothed ice.

Encouraged by her parents and grandparents, Irina's personality and abilities draw people to her like moths to a flame. Leonide Vashenka, her coach, and Bryan Blair, her pair’s partner, both believe in their relationship with her. Bryan comes from a rich, socially prominent family whose help affords them the chance to travel around the world or attend prestigious events and competitions. 

Irina and Bryan receive accolades from celebrities, musicians, and even royalty.

Then tragedy strikes. Irina encounters a group of new associates, Dr. Ahearne, Fiona, and Teddy create a different environment than she had ever known. Out of chaos come answers to some of her deepest questions. Finally, the fulfilment of a dream.

"Skimming The Surface" by Maggie Brown is an endearing book that takes the reader on a journey through the life of a wakeful-dreaming protagonist. The book is available on Amazon.