When I really get going with a particular writer, I want the next book (or the first, I rarely go in order) in my left hand as I finish the first. I’ve changed a lot as a reader over the years. There are certain writers I’ve considered superior craftsmen/women and I’ve wanted to gobble up what they’ve created so it may shape me in my own creative endeavors. (Eating straight from the root). Here’s the thing. As I’ve changed, moved on from college with no intention of going back, some of these writers bore me. Are they wonderful at their craft, yes; but they are falling into a dark rabbit hole on my TBR list and still taking up space on my shelf (and my life). Because of how I read, I have multiple books by certain writers- that fit this bill. Is it wasteful to weed shelves of unread books l? Like 100 dollars worth
by TobyT317
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two outcomes
1. you spent 100 dollars on books you don’t want to read, and you have a bad time reading them
2. you spent 100 dollars on books you don’t want to read, and you spend your time doing anything else more enjoyable
I wouldn’t consider it wasteful if you resell/donate those books. More space for ones you like on your shelves, and someone else will probably still enjoy the books that no longer interest you