A movie tells a quick story through dialogue and pictures. When watching, it can be hard to get all of the fine details that come with reading a book. Books tell amazing stories and can keep you wrapped up until the very end. When you watch a movie, it’s done in an hour and a half. You sit down, watch it, and then it’s over. Reading a book will keep you occupied for hours! Especially if you find a book you’re really interested in, it can keep you entertained for what feels like forever. Not to mention, the series! Sure, there are movie series, but tons of books that are made into movies have sequels that aren’t. When you read the books, the story carries on. Not to mention, you can easily pick the length of your book. It could be shorter or longer, depending on what you want.

There is also a certain satisfaction that comes with finishing a book. Being able to flip the pages and watch your progress grow as you read is a great feeling of accomplishment. And while I prefer the hard copy, some prefer to read on a device. There are millions of books out there, and no matter how much you might think you hate reading, there is one out for you! It’s simply a matter of finding it. There are so many different ways to read and something for everyone at every level to enjoy. Whether it be a graphic novel, picture book, or over 1,000 pages, each book tells its own story.

Now, perhaps the most important argument is this: the book most likely came first anyway! Because of this, the changes made in the movie can be extremely annoying. Changing the plot, leaving things out, and changing character traits, these things are all often changed in films.

The thing that I miss most while watching a movie is hearing the character’s thoughts. When reading, you are usually aware of what the character is thinking, dependent on point of view. I love being able to know their inner reactions to the events, and it actually helps to move the plot along. Knowing the character’s thoughts help actions come faster. It also keeps readers from assuming anything. It allows the author’s full and intended vision to be seen.

All of this isn’t to say that I completely dislike movies, it’s actually quite the opposite. I love to watch movies! I believe that movies can also tell beautiful and meaningful tales. Using cinematography, they bring stories to life. However, I will never get tired of flipping the pages of a riveting novel. There is something about the in-depth look at the characters that will forever inspire me to read more. While I do enjoy watching movies, I’m definitely going to be reading the book first!