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Speed Reading: Learn to Read a 200+ Page Book in 1 Hour (Mental Performance) Kindle Edition

4.5 out of 5 stars (3,892)

The #1 Speed Reading Book on Amazon for 7 Straight Years


This has become the go to book for
students, teachers, educators, professionals, and home-school parents & children to quickly improve their reading speed.

It presents simple tips to not only accelerate your reading, but also understanding and memory.

Unlike other books that only teach how to skim & scan, this one taps into your brain and eyes' amazing ability to naturally read more words in a shorter time.

In truth, this isn't your average speed reading book.

With a few simple shifts, you can double to triple your reading speed in minutes.

No skimming, No scanning, but reading Every Word with higher speed.

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  • Double to triple your reading speed in minutes.
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  • Improve eye health to read for years to come.


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Speed Reading - Read More, in Less Time, with More Fun
Increase Reading Speed

Read at the Speed of Sight

Your eyes already have the ability to read fast. All it requires is making slight shifts in how you look at and think about the words. Many readers report doubling to tripling their reading speed within minutes of learning these shifts.

Improve Comprehension

Understand More of What You Read

Reading and comprehension go hand-in-hand. The purpose of reading faster is to learn more, so in addition to improving reading speed, you will learn to improve reading comprehension. You will gain valuable insight into how authors write to better understand their message.

Enhance Memory

Remember like a Computer

As humans, we forget as much as 80% of what we learn within a few hours, which applies no matter how fast or slow one reads. What's the point of reading, if you will forget the majority of it? Therefore, you will also gain insight into remembering the material for months and years to come.

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"I've read two books, in two days, right before Christmas. No skimming and I'm comprehending more than ever. Thank you, thank you, thank you for this book." -Omar Kuwatly

"...I could see my reading accelerate immediately. It was like a key that unlocked a door for me. Great job Kam!" -
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"Great addition for parents, teachers, students and anyone who loves to read and wants to read more and take in more of what they read :)" -
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"After reading Jim Kwik's Limitless, I wanted to get deepened exercises and information about speed reading. This book delivers." -
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"Buy this book. Learn the technique and then teach it to your children. They will thank you for the rest of their lives." -
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"I read and research every day. It takes a lot of time. Now, using the techniques in this book, my reading speed has improved." -
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07HQM9G1R
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ KamKnight.com
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 27, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 7.6 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 131 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0988332867
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Mental Performance
  • Best Sellers Rank: #20,745 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars (3,892)

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Kam Knight is a coach, international speaker, and author of a dozen bestselling books in the area of mental, physical, and emotional performance.

He is known for bringing fresh solutions and insights that are a rare departure from traditional ideas that have been repeated for decades.

Because of his fresh perspective, his books have become the gold standard for their respective topics, which have helped 500,000+ people.

In his pursuit of understanding the human mind and behavior, he's traveled to over 100 countries. His books and courses are a distillation of what he has learned on his incredible journey.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the book effective at improving reading speed and comprehension, with clear explanations and practical techniques throughout. The book is straightforward and easy to understand, with interesting exercises that help develop the skill. They appreciate the comprehensive guide and find it refreshing to read, with one customer noting how it reshapes their reading behavior.
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162 customers mention reading speed, 153 positive, 9 negative
Customers find the book effective at improving reading speed, with multiple reviews noting that it teaches the basics of speed reading and provides clear recommendations for improvement. One customer mentions being able to read entire books with full comprehension faster.
Easy to follow instructions for practice and really good information. Quick read… Almost finished but really truly enjoying so farRead more
...to hone in the knowledge and exercises; so far I can tell I am reading faster, still need to get better with the drills and move forward with the...Read more
This book is exactly what I needed to get me to read faster!...Read more
...This is a great resource for anyone looking to improve their reading speed, reading comprehension, and memory of what they read.Read more
136 customers mention knowledge, 133 positive, 3 negative
Customers find the book provides great tips and practical techniques, with one customer noting how it leads readers through a progression of skills.
...This book offers practical, actionable strategies for improving reading skills and comprehension, making it a valuable resource for readers seeking...Read more
Kam Knight did a good job with this book, super helpful and very informative, thank you for creating such a wonderful tool for efficient learning.Read more
Great techniques and knowledge you can apply to life and everyday reading. Look forward to trying these out with my next books.Read more
This book is very descriptive and informative on ways to cut down on reading time and increasing apprehension significantly without ever hearing of...Read more
136 customers mention readability, 130 positive, 6 negative
Customers find the book easy to read and refreshing, with one customer noting it's particularly suitable for newcomers to reading.
This is a great book. The author, Kam Knight, shares a lot of useful concepts. It took a lot of work on his part. I highly recommend this book!Read more
Good book with hands on exercises to help you get rid of your old bad habits holding your back and slowing you down while your are reading to...Read more
...Techniques and exercises that do what they're supposed to do. Easy to read and to the point. If you can't apply this then speed reading isn't for you!Read more
...Good read and helpful to people that struggle with reading.Read more
77 customers mention comprehension, 72 positive, 5 negative
Customers appreciate the book's approach to comprehension, noting that it maximizes understanding and improves reading strategies, while being concise with no wasted words.
...practical, actionable strategies for improving reading skills and comprehension, making it a valuable resource for readers seeking to enhance their...Read more
I appreciated how practical, clear, and concise this book is. Each chapter is to-the-point and includes exercises to drill in the material....Read more
...Thanks for your clear, precise and easy way of teaching, it makes my life easier. Blessings, ER.Read more
Simple, succinct, immediately helpful. I'm glad I purchased and read this book.Read more
68 customers mention reading ability, 66 positive, 2 negative
Customers appreciate the book's techniques for improving reading speed and comprehension.
Insightful, short and simple read that arms its audience with valuable tips to help with speed reading. Worth the money and loaded with great advice....Read more
...resource for anyone looking to improve their reading speed, reading comprehension, and memory of what they read.Read more
...This is a fantastic book to help you improve your reading skills. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys reading and learning new things.Read more
...in an orderly, easy to follow manner lays out the steps to improve your reading skills....Read more
67 customers mention ease of use, 66 positive, 1 negative
Customers find the book straightforward and easy to understand, with simple tips that are simple to apply for great results.
...The exercises are straightforward, practical, and easy to follow, and the writing itself is engaging enough to keep you motivated....Read more
Simple, succinct, immediately helpful. I'm glad I purchased and read this book.Read more
...Most of the techniques shared in this book are very simple and easy to implement. Con’s...Read more
...The tips and examples are clear and easy to understand. The author also is encouraging the reader throughout the process (which I love)....Read more
43 customers mention exercise content, 43 positive, 0 negative
Customers appreciate the exercises in the book, finding them interesting and effective for developing reading skills. One customer notes that the methods are actionable, while another describes them as a good workout routine for mind and sight.
...It actually works! Techniques and exercises that do what they're supposed to do. Easy to read and to the point....Read more
Read this inal about an hour. Practical exercises that I will put to use are complemented by suggestions for a more strategic approach to reading....Read more
...The exercises are straightforward, practical, and easy to follow, and the writing itself is engaging enough to keep you motivated....Read more
...is in very logical sections providing clear explanations and practice exercises to help the reader understand how to improve reading, comprehension...Read more
43 customers mention information quality, 39 positive, 4 negative
Customers find the book's information quality positive, praising its comprehensive guide and clear explanations in each chapter. One customer notes that the content is simple to understand, while another appreciates how it logically organizes the material.
...I have found it to be a very well written and concise guide.Read more
...It is all helpful information with zero fluff. The author does not spend a single word bragging about himself. I greatly appreciate this. Thank youRead more
There is a lot of information in this book that I haven't heard before. He gets right to the point and covers the topic well in a quick read.Read more
...It does help if you have a good vocabulary but if not this can easily be upgraded on your own time....Read more
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2025
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    It's very clear most people posting negative comments here have not actually read the book or tried the techniques. All they're saying is why it wouldn't or couldn't work or making assumptions that speed reading is about skimming, scanning, or skipping words. That's what most speed reading books I've read teach but not this one. This actually teaches you to read every word faster without skimming, scanning or skipping anything. But more than that it teaches you to understand better and remember longer. In fact the author even says numerous times throughout the book that speed reading isn't reading without comprehension. His techniques are super easy which don't take much time or effort, just shifting how you look at words. I found myself reading faster almost right away and yes I was understanding better too. If you follow the advice in the later chapters you can speed up even more. Again not sacrifice to understanding but enhances it too. The chapter on remembering what you read is the icing on the top. The human brain forgets a lot sometimes within hours or even minutes. That includes the stuff you read. Just because you read something doesn't mean it'll stay, so if you're going to spend time reading or learning don't you want to make sure it stays long enough for you to use don't you? This is the only book that offers an easy way to do that. I'm confident you will like all of it. It's not a hard read and he backs everything up with science and studies that show speed reading is possible and for you.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2021
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    I made a decision to start tapping heavily into books for knowledge. This was the first book I decided on reading before I began. If you're interested in increasing the speed at which you read significantly WITHOUT sacrificing comprehension, read on...

    Before reading this book, I was reading around 120 words per minute (wpm). For context, that's about as slow as a 3rd grader...Make no mistake, I'm not dumb but it was my bad habits, and technique to thank for my incredibly slow reading. After applying the techniques and tips in the first two sections, that jumped to a consistent 330+ wpm (above national average)! Seriously... And that wasn't even near the end of what he had left to share with aspiring speed readers...

    He went on to drop a load of more RELEVANT knowledge and practical methods to shift the bad habits that normal readers have and enhance their speed with the techniques he clearly explains in the book. From the author's perspective, this is what speed reading is really about. None of what he goes over is complicated in the slightest. His descriptive writing really makes it easy for you to grasp his lessons and what he physically wants you to do in the exercises.

    After going through the entire book I AGREE, 100%...Speed reading as a concept is NOT DIFFICULT

    But let me say this...

    Even though you'll be able to instantly increase your speed and comprehension while reading, to get closer to your full potential as a reader, you'll need to practice the exercises he gives at the end of all the chapters consistently. They aren't very hard or difficult, they're doable but they take time and effort.

    Nevertheless, even for someone who is looking for virtually instant results, this book is still worthwhile for you to read. I plan on changing my schedule up a little to practice what Knight suggests in the book, I don't have any doubt it'll help me go even further. That's the thing, after reading the book and improving your speed and comprehension YOU'LL KNOW YOU CAN DO FAR BETTER. It's not surprising to me that I actually want to do these exercises and ingrain his teachings into my brain. It's because I can FEEL that I can push my reading abilities, even more, yielding greater results.

    To conclude, this book is extremely helpful to anyone trying to improve reading speed and comprehension -- might I add, for any kind of reading material (Fiction, technical, History, Science, Non-Fiction, etc). I'm glad I bought it for sure, now I can go on to start reading properly, obtaining more knowledge quickly and efficiently so that I waste no time on applying the things I learn to my life. If you're serious about this, get this book. it's perfect for beginners like me who have no clue on what it takes to read faster and retain what you read. Enjoy!

    P.S. - DO THE EXERCISESSSS
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2021
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    This Speed Reading book is very informative & well-organized with 3 chapters in each of the 5 sections. The first section, "Pre-Reading" discusses what to do before you read and why that is important. Chapter 1, "Purpose" encourages you to state the purpose for reading something before reading it, so you understand what it is you would like to get out of the reading. Chapter 2, "Power of Preview" gives the mind a framework of what will be discussed in the book as well as helps you make more accurate predictions about what you are reading. Chapter 3, "Change Styles" explains why the way you read should suit the style & difficulty of the material.

    Section 2, "Speed Reading Techniques" helps you read significantly more words in much less time. This is the real meat of the book. Chapter 4, "Space Reading" explains that with enough practice, you can advance to looking at only a few spaces per view of the text to quickly grasp the information you need. Chapter 5, "Chunking" focuses on using our line of sight to explore ways to read more words in a single glance. Chapter 6, "Subvocalization" encourages you to read with your mouth closed and not to hear the sound of the words.

    Section 3, "Enhancing The Techniques" pushes speed reading even further. Chapter 7, "Fixation" is about the length of the time the eyes view text. Chapter 8, "Regression" involves going back to what you've already read. Chapter 9, "Visual Range" talks about peripheral awareness to what is happening around us.

    Section 4, "Improving Comprehension" presents strategies to better understand how the material is organized (and how to use that to understand the message better). Chapter 10 "Reading For Ideas or Points" is about paying attention to the main points the author is trying to make and seeing the big picture. Chapter 11, "Topic Sentences" present the paragraph's main idea. Chapter 12, "Strong Vocabulary" is essential to maintaining reading speed.

    Section 5, "Additional Tips" ties everything together. Chapter 13, "Remembering What You Read" is an important step to improve your memory, learning, and comprehension as well as to recall and review. Chapter 14, "Visualize" is about seeing a picture of what the words are saying as you read. Chapter 15, "Eye Health" are actual eye exercises to strengthen your speed-reading skills.

    The chapters in this book and the practice drills help readers to integrate and become more accustomed to the instruction. According to the author, the drills are the most important part of the book. This is a great resource for anyone looking to improve their reading speed, reading comprehension, and memory of what they read.
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  • Michael J Doyle
    5.0 out of 5 stars The first speed reading book that helped me
    Reviewed in Canada on November 22, 2021
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    I have tried other books and techniques but none worked for me until the Space Reading chapter, then it was like a light switch and my speed went up immediately. Also has a lot of other great tips like the review to retain chapter. This was a great book that helped me a lot.
  • DC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelentes técnicas de lectura
    Reviewed in Mexico on June 30, 2021
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    Aun no lo termino, sin embargo, las técnicas que me ha enseñado ya estan rindiendo frutos. La manera en la que explica es muy sencilla de entender, ademas de que incluye ejercicios bastante practicos y efectivo.

    100% recomendado si tu intención es leer con comprensión y velocidad.
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  • Marcus Lobato
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice techniques for daily use
    Reviewed in Brazil on June 18, 2021
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    The great differential of this book is the practical advises and facilities of the techniques presented compared to other works on speed reading.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2021
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    Such a great book! Includes all the basics yet it’s a such a great refresher of basics that will enable us to read books at a better speed!
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in India on June 14, 2021
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    Some of the techniques described in book are great for Speed reading learners. !!!!!!.. . . . . .. .

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