Our brain is like super powerful advanced computer and like all good computers the better the information in the better the information out, our mind like all good computers needs to be fed information to keep it satisfied and stimulated and reading is the best source of input you can feed the brain.
Without new information we become stagnant, we are designed to grow and expand we have been doing this since the dawn of time and we will keep on doing it for ever and a day. To prevent us from growing stale we need to nourish our brain with new information.
When you don't stimulate the mind with information or engross it in a compelling and captivating story this can sometimes lead to boredom and a mundane way of life. Reading feeds your hungry mind with with an endless supply of knowledge and information which it seeks. Reading can help to broaden your mind or it can keep you intrigued in a story line where the power of curiosity will make you want to get to the end of the book as quickly as possible.