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EPISODE · Jul 3, 2026 · 19 MIN

Episode: 96 – [General] Why You Should Let Books Make You Uncomfortable

from Paperback Friends · host Sam Ögren

Some books comfort us. Others challenge us. Some make us uncomfortable, and maybe that's exactly why they're worth reading.In this episode, we talk about why stepping outside your comfort zone as a reader can be one of the most rewarding things you do. From trying new genres to taking on books that ask more of you, I share my own experiences with difficult literature, why I used to avoid it, and why I think challenge is something to embrace, but never force.Do you actively seek out books that challenge you, or do you prefer staying within your wheelhouse?Type: General | Book: N/A | Writer: N/A

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