Book Blogger Hop
This prompt was submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer:
Which book pairs perfectly with a certain snack in your opinion?
I’ve talked about drinking while reading before, and attempted to come up with some pairings of drinks and books. But if I’ve done snacks/foods before, I’ve forgotten it.
There’s a danger in pairing some things with books. Silence of the Dead pretty much makes you want pie—having some handy would probably lead to overindulgence. Brownies/cookies with a Mercy Thompson book would lead to that, too. A Dresden Files novel could make you want Burger King. Spenser novels will make you want Dunkin’.
Really, I could go on like that. Maybe it’s just a reflection of my self-control (or lack thereof)—a good pairing between book and snack is going to lead to problems.
Which isn’t to say I’m not a fan of snacking while reading—in moderation, of course*—but you’ve got to be careful. You don’t want anything too greasy, buttery, sticky, or that will otherwise damage the cover/pages. It should be something that you don’t need both hands for (you need one to hold the book/eReader, right?). It probably should be pretty simple—nothing you have to focus on, just mindlessly grab and move mouth-ward, without losing focus/taking your eyes off the book.
* In case my physician is reading this, I have to say this.
Of course, I could be wrong, and I’m looking forward to seeing what others are thinking/saying.
KWHR
Good prompt.
I can’t eat and read a book for fear of damaging it. Listening to an audio book though, well I’ll eat a full meal with that playing.
John Bellairs’ “Johnny Dixon” series has the main protagonist’s advisor and best friend, professor Childermass ]always serving extravagantly sweet cakes when Johnny comes to visit. I remember as a kid always wanting a cake as I read those books.
Reading Anne of Green Gables with my girls always makes me want to have tea. The opening chapters of Dracula when Jonathan is waiting for his meals at the castle make me want a hot meal. Feasts or dinner parties in books invariably make me want to join in the feast (provided no one is dying or some dreadful event isn’t taking place). I can’t read a Narnia book without wanting some sort of Christmas treat, and Tolkien’s depictions of Hobbits always make me want to sit down with an ale and a good meal.
Wow, didn’t realize how much I at least think of food when reading books that inspire such thinking hehe.
HCNewton
There are plenty of books that are dangerous to read when you’re hungry/peckish.
Of course, the chapters of The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe featuring the Queen tempting Edmund are totally fine (at least once you’ve tasted that stuff)
Kat @ Forever Book Lover
I usually don’t eat while I’m reading, but if I do nibble, a glass of wine is most likely my go-to “snack.” Of course, always in moderation. Happy reading!
Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewer
Lol, yes books have made me crave food. I do enjoy a little snack while reading or listening.