As a kid, choose your own adventure books fostered a love for reading. As an adult, I find myself coming back to them whenever I need to rekindle that spark. Come with me as we discover the best the horror genre offers!
If you were a reader in the ‘90s, chances are you had a few of these on your shelf. Choose Your Own Adventure books first started to emerge on the scene in the ‘70s, gaining a foothold in the children’s market by branding itself as an entirely new form of reading. And it wasn’t exactly wrong. The thrill of these books as a kid was always that I was right in the story. The story was mine, the choices I made mattered, and the power was entirely in the reader’s hands. As a kid, it was a big deal, and as an adult, I can find myself needing that same boost.
Reading slumps happen. Life happens, and if you’re looking to shake up your reading schedule, these quick little books are always a great place to start. As I’ve mentioned in my post about overcoming reading slumps, choose-your-own-death books are one of the fastest ways for me to get out of one. They’re fun, they’re fast, and more often than not, these adult-variety adventures are steamy as hell.
Ready to dive back in? Check out my list of choose your own adventure books below.
Our Favourite Choose Your Own Adventure Books
A Christmas To Remember – Matt Shaw
Looking for a thrilling, gory Christmas read? This book delivers! You control a recently-singled father who has decided the best way to celebrate the holiday season is a touch of cannibalism and a healthy dose of homicide. It’s a quick, fun escape from reality and easy to read in short bursts.
You can pick this book up on Kindle Unlimited and even check out my full review.