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I can't read fiction

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KittyFanesParasol · 27/07/2026 20:19

Anyone else?

I just can't follow the storyline or understand the narrative.

I'm not fussy with non fiction - I'll read anything, but haven't read fiction since childhood.

I'm not neurodiverse. I do have quite bad face blindness but don't think that's related. XH said it was because I have no imagination (he might be right?)

OP posts:
JaneJeffer · 27/07/2026 20:29

I don’t see why it needs to be a problem? Just read what you enjoy.

KittyFanesParasol · 27/07/2026 20:27

PancakeCloud · 27/07/2026 20:25

What about memoirs?

Auto/biographies are fine. Didn't clock that. Not historical fiction, same problem and I get stressed not knowing whether something is true or artistic licence.

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PancakeCloud · 27/07/2026 20:25

What about memoirs?

LoveHearts69 · 27/07/2026 20:24

What about historical fiction so it’s based on facts/true people?

chirrupybird · 27/07/2026 20:22

Factual histories are just as weird as fiction often, and have a story line.

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