These 10 reasons explain why spring is the best season for book nerds.

1. Winter is over. Weather permitting, you can start reading outside again.

2. Spring brings newfound enthusiasm for everything including reading books.

3. Who doesn’t like April showers? Especially when you can always read indoors.

4. If those May flowers get the best of you, and you suffer from hay fever, a good book will keep your mind off all the sneezing.

5. Two words: Spring releases!

6. If you’re still in school, Spring break offers an entire week of uninterrupted reading time.

7. Plus school is almost over, which means even more time to read.

8. Spring cleaning means you can make room for new books.

9. You can participate in a spring reading challenge, often hosted by public libraries.

10. Spring forward and start selecting your summer vacation reads.

If you love springtime, then read these 10 of the best literary quotes about spring. Where’s the best place to read outside? In your garden, of course. Read these top 10 quotes about books and gardens.