I've been an avid reader all my life and before I embraced the minimalist lifestyle, I had over 1000 books in my collection. I gave most of it away, retaining less than 20 physical books to "decorate" my bookshelf. I subscribed to Scribd 2 years ago and started my book collection virtually. With a vast virtual library packed in my smartphone, I went crazier than ever, consuming over 20 books in a matter of weeks (thanks to audiobooks.) It was all so convenient that I could listen to it when I'm working (good thing I'm a designer so I don't need to think and I can multi-task by listening to audiobooks), commuting, doing house chores, gardening, pooping, and on the verge of slumber.
I managed to successfully stop myself from purchasing any books for 5 years but ever since I re-ignited my passion for art and drawing early this year, I started to purchase art and design-related physical books because it's better to look at visuals on printed copies than electronic copies. I also got some comic-related books and told myself I'm going to stop buying any more books this year.
Today, I opened up my mailbox and saw an email with a wolf emoji in the subject line followed by "Something BIG is coming your way..." and when I noticed the sender's name stated as Big Bad Wolf* Family, I knew I cannot resist! I initially thought the event is going to be canceled this year since we're sort of on partial lockdown due to the hike in Covid cases but they brought the event online! I guess I'm going to be glued to my chair in front of my computer from November 4th to 11th.
*Big Bad Wolf is the largest book sales event in Malaysia that's held yearly, sometimes more than once.
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