As you know, I am a home-spinner and crafter, so obviously I find it hard to read at the same time. I have got into the habit of listening to books while I am working, and, interestingly enough, I learn as much from listening to audio books as from the written word.

In particular, listening helps me to better see the form and balance of a story rather than picking up on other things. I still find that many writers and editors seem to have a problem with the past tense, and every time they forego 'had' to replace it with 'was' I cringe, but rather than linger over it the reader moves me on with the story and I can let it go.

Obtaining audio books is getting easier and easier as you can download them and listen to them on a tiny gadget. This is one piece of technology that I love.