There were many places where one could read novels that depended on one's personal preferences and habits. Here are some common places to read novels: 1. E-book stores: e-novels can be downloaded or purchased through these platforms, such as Amazon's iPhone, Apple's iBooks, and Dangdang Reading. 2. Online reading platforms: For example, Qidian, Jinjiang Literature City, Yuewen Group, etc. These platforms provide a large number of online novels. You can choose works that you are interested in to read. 3. Physical bookstores: Some large physical bookstores also have the habit of collecting and reading novels, such as Beijing Book Building, Shanghai Book City, Guangzhou Book City, etc. 4. Mobile applications: For example, Qidian Chinese Network, Xiaoxiang Academy, Red Sleeves Adding Fragrance, and other applications provide the function of reading novels on the mobile phone. 5. Television or radio: Some media will also broadcast novels such as radio and television stations. Choosing a place to read a novel could be based on personal preferences and habits, as well as the cultural environment of the place.