One of the rare delights of being a science fiction fan is finding a friend who can be converted.

Audiobooks sales have been dramaticly over the last few years. One reason for the popularity is the rising sales of iPods and mp3 players.

A good child book will be expressly for children. Children\'s books keep their reader in mind by having many illustrations and short, simple sentences. Children learn about themselves, the world around them and basic principles and morals. Best of all, learning to read gives a child confidence and enjoyment.

Get a good child book and start reading to your child. You will stimulate conversation and thoughts about what is \"right\" and what is \"wrong.\" Reading to your child also increases intelligence, language, vocabulary and writing skills. This is one activity you can participate in with your children that has absolutely zero drawbacks and everything to gain.

Did you know that reading and even writing books are among the most popular spare time activity for many people? Can you imagine a world without books?