Could you date someone who doesn't read?

[OneHippieChick]

I would probably have to pass on someone who doesn't enjoy reading. Reading would have to be such a huge topic of discussion and if he didn't read for pleasure or information, our conversations would be limited.

[Anon_Reviewer]

I'm a little late to this thread but I'm going to go ahead and say NO! I mean, what would we talk about? I probably have spent most of my life reading so being around someone who doesn't get why would be pointless.

[Jacki Mac Iver Hill]

I know I could date someone who doesn't read. I know this because my ex, whom I was with for thirty years, and I are both avid readers. However he never wanted to discuss either the books he read or the books I read, much less recommend or want recommendations on content to read. So in effect, I might as well have been with someone who didn't read.

My current husband is an avid reader as well, but he enjoys recanting the stories he's read and suggesting books to me. We don't exactly enjoy the same genres, but some overlap a little. One of his recommendations was that I read the Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins and I'm so glad he did.

Some of my best memories are of he and I reading together at night after getting into bed. Even though we're each immersed in something totally different, the camaraderie and closeness we share during those special times is unmatched.

[Book O-Rama]

No. My husband would object. (J/K)

Seriously though - No, I could not "date" anyone who does not read since reading is something I treasure.
My husband and I are both avid readers.

[faisalchaudhary47]

Haha yes. I can date someone who can't read.

[Tinkerbiang]

Why not! Knowledge doesnt come from reading only. Sometimes, it comes with own life experiences, sharings from others, observations and great talks. Reading doesnt define who you are. A good laugh and a great conversation during date were not earned from reading a book alone. Chemistry and being yourself is what important. Just enjoy the day and seize the moment.

[Hey Alyssa]

Well in my case, I never plan on dating someone in this lifetime. I belive that the temporary happiness that a romantic relationship can give is not something I should be focusing on, like ever. But I do have a lot of friends who does not enjoy reading a book. So, eventhough we do not have the same interests, I believe I can still enjoy their company.

[Tinka Tinks]

I must admit I have done thus before and it just needs me to target other areas and topics of interest for discussion in our relationship. Often when we do look at a movie my partner asks me to compare it to the book. I can safely say its not the end of the world however maybe his understanding for my love for reading would be greater acceoted if only he read more!

[alisonedgee]

no way, i like swapping books with my s/o and building a massive shelf together

[Mely918]

It depends on who they are as an overall person. Not reading wouldn't necessarily be a deal breaker for me, but if they do read it wins them points with me.

[Okafor Prosper]

Of course I would. Not being able to date someone because they don't share one of your hobbies just doesn't seem right to me. I focus more on how the person treats other people, their perception on life, and physical appearance counts as well. We could have countless things we share in common besides reading.

[Laura52316]

Apparently yes, because I married a non-reader. I don't try to force him to read, but I have presented books that I thought would interest him. No luck, but hey. He has his hobbies and I have books!

[yonyan0314]

For me its a YES, I could date a person who doesn't read, because its not necessarly he/she doesn't understand what I thought or what is on my mind nor thinking.
Atleast we understand each other that is more important.

[Wesley Liu]

To be honest, I could not date someone who doesn't read, unless they are interested in other delivery forms of education, such as tutoring. I could not imagine myself forming a relationship with someone who doesn't have a similar intellectual capability as me. If the person doesn't read or doesn't yearn and appreciate knowledge, I would have no interest in that person, whether the person's personality or beauty was exceptional. The person would not be able to understand most of what I'm saying, because they would not have much of a strong opinion and reasoning to have a regular conversation with me about work, life, etc.

[J3nni315]

While dating I really try to keep an open mind but, most of my life consists of reading books and it would be hard to share my passion of books with someone that doesn't understand what I am talking about. We don't have to read the same books, but I would like to talk about themes of family, friendships, and sacrifice just to name a few.