Learn to speed read and increase your EyeQ advantage. Approximately 750,000 titles were published last year. If you are in the top 1% of adult readers, you are reading a book a week - and you are still getting way behind. Become an avid – but selective -- reader. One of the many benefits of being a voracious reader is that when you meet people you may be conversant in things they are interested in. This could increase your chance of making a positive connection when meeting with a prospective buyer.