Rereading Technique 2: The Art of Re-reading with Purpose

Step 1: Re-read with a Purpose

When re-reading, you're not just re-reading for the sake of re-reading. You're re-reading with a goal in mind.

Ask yourself: what do I want to get out of this re-read?

• Do I want to re-read for pleasure?
• Do I want to re-read to understand a complex concept?
• Do I want to re-read to spot-check my notes?
• Do I want to re-read for research?
• Do I want to re-read for fun?
• Do I want to re-read because I just can't get enough?
• Do I want to re-read to relive the thrill of first-time reading?