Does anyone here read for fun and to keep their minds off negative thoughts during depressive/mixed episodes? (Or possibly keep them grounded during mania?)

I truly enjoy reading. I find it very therapeutic for the reasons stated above.

Admittedly, I don't read any BP stuff, but I wouldn't mind reading a fiction book with a BP character. I also wouldn't mind reading a biography/memoir from someone with BP.

Maybe somewhat irrelevant, but... I'm currently reading Fahrenheit 451, and next I want to read To Kill A Mockingbird so that I can read Go Set A Watchman.