1. Age (<18, 18-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55+)
35-44 (35)
2. Gender
female
3. What do you read on a daily basis? (blogs, newspapers, books, etc.)
online newspaper, books
4. How often do you read for fun in a week?
daily (as much as possible)
5. What time of day do you like to read?
any time
6. Where do you read?
both at home and out. I always try to carry a book with me
7. How many books have you read in the last 6 months?
about 20
8. What type/genre do you enjoy reading most?
fiction mostly, focusing on chicklit and I've recently started dabbling in crime/thrillers. I also enjoy auto/biographies
9. Why do you read? (entertainment, relaxation, learning, etc.)
I read for entrtainment and also as a form of relaxation - it helps me unwind
10. What barriers prevent you from reading more?
work, my MA studies and the kids
11. Do you think reading for fun is important?
definitely
12. Do you fold page corners or use a bookmark?
bookmark
13. Do you prefer to read to music or in silence?
I can read in any environment
14. Do you discuss books with your friends?
yes always
15. Do you borrow books from the library?
yes I;ve started orrowing again recently, as I've finally realised I will never manage to puchase all the books I want! however, Maltese libraries are quite limited
16. Do you borrow/loan books from/to friends?
yes - I borrow and loan books - but only from about 4 friends whom I absolutely trust.