@Lapis One suggestion I’ve seen from writers is to copy out passages from writers you admire. It helps you focus on the words, instead of just skimming for the sense.

@Lapis I’ve never figured it out either. The closest I’ve come is to listen to audiobooks, but that has its own pitfalls. It's easy for me to tune out and think about something else, especially if I’m knitting or something at the same time.

Maybe if you were to read out loud instead of silently? I think I read something recently about it helping with processing what you’re reading. And it certainly slows me down.

@Lapis This may not be practical for your situation, but I tend to read slower when I read out loud, slower still when I make it a “dramatic reading” in the style of a fiction podcast or audio drama. Perhaps it would help to give yourself a “dramatic reading” in your own head? Best of luck on finding something that works for you.