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Great reads for Christmas. Win over £500 worth of amazing books!

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CariGransnet (GNHQ) Wed 12-Nov-14 15:22:35

Over the festive season we love nothing more than curling up with a good book and a box of mince pie or two. And this year there are some VERY good books indeed. So we asked all the publishers we work with to nominate one of their favourite reads to enjoy this Christmas. And here they all are in one handy list.

Better still - one lucky gransnetter can win the ENTIRE lot. Yup - that's every book featured on the page. Worth more than £500. In our book (no pun intended) that's a pretty fine haul at any time of year - and absolutely perfect for Christmas.

We just want to know where you like reading. Your answers will be put into the very large hat and a draw (made at random) will take place at midday on Weds 10 December - so the winner will receive their prize in plenty of time for the big day. All the details on the page

pixies Thu 13-Nov-14 08:47:25

I love to read in bed, while its quiet

Twinklestar2000 Thu 13-Nov-14 08:45:58

I read a couple of books per week whilst soaking in the bath. It's my escape and would never purchase an electronic reading device becuase you can't beat a good old fashion book.
I would like to add, that reading not only provides enjoyment but it can also improve your English. If there are words I don't understand, I will google it afterwards and by doing this I learn a lot more.
Let's campaign for the population to read more ������������������

superhez Thu 13-Nov-14 08:41:24

I have a special corner of the couch which the kids know is mine, it's where I curl up with a cuppa and a good book, normally with the cat on top of me.

maggie777 Thu 13-Nov-14 08:37:25

Love reading in the garden when the weather allows. In my home - I can read anywhere but do find it difficult if my husband has the TV on to concentrate so usually migrate to the bedroom smile

createbeauty Thu 13-Nov-14 08:30:39

I like to read anywhere and don't particularly have a favourite place.

ashde Thu 13-Nov-14 08:23:54

I like reading in bed at nightime as I find it relaxing before sleep.

callkiki Thu 13-Nov-14 08:19:15

Reading the Morrissey autobiography

neilmol2009 Thu 13-Nov-14 08:15:12

I like sitting in the conservatory in winter with the fire on and the rain and wind beating against the glass. This way I can get lost in my book and escape for a couple of hours.

smoran37 Thu 13-Nov-14 07:51:39

Usually read in bed at night to help me drift off to sleep. If the weather is poor then I'll stay in & read in my sitting room with a cup of coffee.

libra10 Thu 13-Nov-14 07:42:18

My favourite place to read is lounging on my armchair, with the fire burning, and a glass of wine.

RobsComps99 Thu 13-Nov-14 07:10:18

I like reading anywhere but do most of my reading in bed at night

sophie56 Thu 13-Nov-14 07:09:27

I love to read in the bath and on a bench in the front garden with a cup of tea & the dog at my side.

girlunafraid Thu 13-Nov-14 07:05:39

Nothing better than a big old steamy bath with bubbles for relaxing and reading!

TracyKNixon Thu 13-Nov-14 06:49:51

I love readying on my couch in my living room and with a nice latte by my side!

saurus Thu 13-Nov-14 06:31:10

My favourite place to read is locked away in the bath - where I can have some peace and quiet and get lost in the story!

deanhead Thu 13-Nov-14 06:30:32

I love reading in bed in fact I cant sleep until I have spent an hour reading

spiderwebattic Thu 13-Nov-14 06:28:25

I love reading anywhere but especially in bed. All tucked up nice and cosey on a cold winters night all snuggly, with a hot drink and a lovely book. It helps me drift off into another world and into a deep sleep.

lfc4eva Thu 13-Nov-14 06:19:35

My favourite place to read is on my daily bus journeys, and yes i have often gone past my stop as i have become so enrossed in the book.

jparslow Thu 13-Nov-14 05:50:21

anywhere and everywhere

tabbaz Thu 13-Nov-14 05:27:42

I love being afloat - whether that is at sea or on the river or even on a lili! Seriously, I love reading when I can feel the water moving gently beneath me. So a lazy day on the river is perfect. (The bath really does not work for me)

mushypea Thu 13-Nov-14 05:12:35

I like to read either on the sofa or in bed-although I may grab a few lines on the toilet but don't tell anyone.

Wherever I like to read, it would appear that my dog likes to be there too, hence, I'm usually found book in hand and a dog draped over me (although she draws a line at the toilet).

On the plus side, she keeps me warm!

sidshane Thu 13-Nov-14 05:04:40

I love reading in the bath, a wonderful long soak and peace and quiet

jodie1131 Thu 13-Nov-14 04:53:29

i like to read in the bath smile

stewaris Thu 13-Nov-14 04:14:18

My favourite place to read is in the garden on a hot, sunny afternoon with a glass of chilled white wine and total silence. Bliss!

Ana Wed 12-Nov-14 23:07:51

As this is yet another 'picked at random' prize draw, I may as well enter.

I do most of my reading in bed too! smile