I myself when possible put on my noise cancelling headphones on and turn on my Relax Melodies app (Android) and set up a peaceful ocean sound with a few other ambient sounds (usually what I use to helpe me sleep) and that helps me feel at peace and really focus on what I'm reading. Sometimes I will admit I do doze off but I get great sleep so I'm not complaining. Is there anything you do or have to do to get the most out of a book?