The evolution of reading habits in 2022: navigating the digital landscape
As humans move into the 21st century, an ancient aspect of our culture remains largely the same - our devotion to texts. With the advent of technological advancements, the way we read and produce literature has evolved radically. We find ourselves fully embedded in 2022 and digital technology has entered most walks of our lives, changing the way we read and interact with literature. This once heralded the demise of areas dedicated solely to books; book shops and libraries specific to books where in danger of becoming redundant. However, with the introduction of e-books and audiobooks, a new self contained world was envisaged for readers. With the swipe of a smartphone or iPad, any avid reader could travel the world in words, devouring a novel, a self help guide, or the latest bestseller regardless of its province or domicile. Complementing this open access to book is the rise in subscription services that enable readers to acquire books for next to nothing, without having to worry abou