When you are engrossed in reading a novel, you can try the following methods to get out of the state: 1. Take a deep breath and relax. Sometimes, focusing on the novel would make the brain too excited to extricate itself. Pausing the novel and taking a few deep breaths will help you regain your focus. 2. Move your body. Sometimes, your body and brain might interfere with each other and cause you to be unable to concentrate. At this time, moving your body, such as walking, and doing some simple exercises can relax your body and brain. 3. Diversion. Try to divert your attention, such as thinking about some problems, listening to music, looking at the scenery outside the window, etc. This can help you divert your attention from the novel and relax yourself. Communicate with others. Sometimes communicating with others can help you divert your attention from the novel. You can chat with friends or tell your family what you think. This will allow you to relax and at the same time allow you to establish connections with others. 5 Decided to end the novel. If you have tried the above methods but still can't get out of the state, you can consider ending the novel. This will help you relax and rest from the novel.