I tend to have what I term 'Sessions' of reading where I will read four or five books over a period of seven to ten days. This is usually followed by a break from books and a return to writing. I like to try reading books written by authors whose work I haven't read before. I feel this helps me improve my writing. My main focus is crime thriller writing. I am completing the final draft of my first novel and working on several other ideas for further novels. I do dabble in poetry and short stories to help keep my mind focussed when I feel I need a break from my novel. Some of these can be seen on writing.com an online group that I am a member of.