Waiting for library books can be an antsy time for readers, especially when it’s a buzzy new release. You never know when they’re going to arrive, and the wait can be torture. This article will give you ten tips on making the most of your library hold waiting period.

Tip One:  Check out available books from your library that you want to read.

One of the three things you can do to improve your reading life is to keep track of the books you want to read.  Use this time to look over your list and check out an available book or two. 

Tip Two:  Read books from your at-home unread shelf.

Reading books you already own is probably the most popular suggestion for what to do when waiting on library books.  However, if you have an unread stack of books at home, use this time to read from it.  Not only will you clear some space on that shelf, but you’ll also get to add a few more titles to your “read” list.

Tip Three:  Read a classic that you have never gotten around to reading.

There are so many great classic books that everyone should read at least once.  So why not use this time to read one of them finally?  Then, you’ll be able to cross it off your reading list and add a new title to your “read” shelf. 

Tip Four:  Use the library’s e-reader or audiobook service.

If you’re antsy while waiting for your library books, why not use the library’s e-reader or audiobook service?  This will allow you to read or listen to a book without having to pick it up or wait for it to arrive in the mail.

Tip Five:  Check out library books by local authors.

Many libraries have sections dedicated to their local writers’ work, so this could be an opportunity to discover some new authors.  Who knows, you might even find your next favorite read from a library book by a local author!