In a world where we can get our content in bite-sized pieces, why do we still need the classic novel? It turns out that novels fulfill a basic human need that other forms of writing can't quite touch. Keep reading to find out why books are here to stay.

We need the novel for its ability to transport us to different worlds

The classic novel brings us to places we’d never find in our everyday lives — and that’s exactly why it still has a beloved place in the modern, digital world. It can transport us to these alternate realities and provide an emotional escape from the monotony of our daily routines. Indeed, therefore books will continue to fulfill a basic need that no tweet or Instagram post can ever truly measure up to they provide an opportunity for genuine inner exploration. So, while technology marches onward, the power of literature remains timeless.

Novels can teach us empathy

Reading novels offers us the chance to immerse ourselves in someone else’s world – making it easier to gain perspective on their thoughts and feelings. This allows us to develop a kind of empathy that can be used in any context – be it work, relationships, or everyday life. Novels provide us with an opportunity to understand somebody else’s struggles on a deep level, which can equip us with the skills necessary to have successful interactions during our own lives. Understanding another person’s point of view can help us to build strong foundations for communication and break down barriers. As such, novels can offer readers more than just an entertaining diversion – they can act as powerful learning tools too.

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Novels can provide a much-needed escape from reality

Novels can provide a much-needed escape from reality, especially when the world around us feels overwhelmed with bad news and stress. Escaping into a world of imagination and adventure helps create some mental distance from our troubles and provides us with an opportunity to recharge after life’s curveballs. Reading novels can also inspire us to look at life from different perspectives, allowing us to gain insights that help push the boundaries of our outlook. This unique ability of the classic novel appears timeless amidst ever-changing technology; it’s a reminder that when you need to step away, there will always be an amazing story waiting!

Ultimately, wherever humans are and whatever technology we may have invented, we will still crave novels, long-form books, and all types of literature. Novels have the power to transport us to different worlds, elicit empathy, and provide an escape from reality. We need novels for our mental stimulation and entertainment; no digital content can compete with that magical experience. The modern world may be constantly changing and evolving but the significance of novels will remain intact. Now is the perfect time to pick up an old classic or discover something new — you won’t regret it!

About Leif J. Erickson

Leif J. Erickson is a science fiction and fantasy author from a small farming community in west central Minnesota. Using his time wisely when he was a farmer, Leif developed many ideas, characters, and storylines to create over fifty unique first drafts and outlines for stories. From his start in a small town school, to college at North Dakota State University, back to his family farm, then to the bright lights of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and back to his small farming town, Leif has always had a love of writing.

When Leif isn’t writing he can be found with his wife hiking in state parks, canoeing local lakes and rivers, exploring local and regional ghost towns, experiencing museums, or simply reading or hanging out with friends and family. Leif draws on the local nature and ecology to find inspiration for his writing while he also asks what’s possible for technology and the human race, weaving them together for amazing stories that will stay with the reader for years to come. Leif looks forward to having many novel and story releases in the years to come.

You can see all of Leif’s Books here: Leif’s Amazon Author Page