I do know of one couple who used to read alot and also internet alot. They solved the whole problem by getting a laptop. That way, one half sits on sofa ppruning. Other half sits on sofa reading/ watching TV/ looking over other half's shoulder. Ah, the joys of togetherness....
Of course if you are ppruning to avoid other half/ talking to other half/ facing other half then you need to think long and hard about what you are doing.
I'm free for drinks tomorrow night