Phone overuse. Social media addicts. Digital generation.

These are a few of the many stereotypes associated with being a Millennial. But perhaps they are just the most misunderstood generational group?

One of the things unnoticed about them is their voracious reading habits. It’s easy to think negatively when you see them engrossed by their phones, but chances are, they could be reading a book or online news.

The Expert Editor’s latest infographic has thrown up some surprising insights into the reading habits of Millennials.

According to studies, 92% of Millennials read to research something they like. In fact, Millennials read more than their parents or any other age groups.

Contrary to popular belief that they prefer eBooks, 72% of Millennials would rather read a printed book over a digital alternative. Not only that, but most of them also favor printed materials when it comes to their textbooks.

They may be the digital generation, but their love for a printed book is the same as that of the other age groups, if not higher.

In fact, the worldwide publishing industry isn’t as unhealthy as some people make out – it has been growing at 1% annually for the last 5 years.

Interesting, isn’t it? Here are some other surprising things about the way Millennials read: