This was a pretty slow reading month. Partly due to the fact that most books I tried reading I couldn't get into, but also because I was a participant in NaNoWriMo this year for the first time. While I won that, I didn't exactly win at reading. I guess I was just more caught up … Continue reading November Wrap Up
Month: November 2019
10 Ways to Overcome a Reading Slump
Reading slumps happen, and they're terrible. I recently had one at the end of September/beginning of October and it's really suckish to see all those unread books and just not feel like reading any of them. I literally went from wanting to read all the books to wanting to read none. And unfortunately, it's a … Continue reading 10 Ways to Overcome a Reading Slump
Perfect Chemistry – Review
When Brittany Ellis walks into chemistry class on the first day of senior year, she has no clue that her carefully created 'perfect' life is about to unravel before her eyes. She's forced to be lab partners with Alex Fuentes, a gang member from the other side of town, and he is about to threaten … Continue reading Perfect Chemistry – Review
Spotify Book Tag
Music and books... two things that go so well together. That's why I'm psyched that I found this tag on Fantastic Books and Where to Find Them! Go show some love if you aren't already following Jemma! Sometimes I'm able to read while listening to music, but most times I just have an old favorite … Continue reading Spotify Book Tag
Review: Theodore Boone – Kid Lawyer
In the small city of Strattenburg, there are many lawyers, and though he’s only thirteen years old, Theo Boone thinks he’s one of them. Theo knows every judge, policeman, court clerk—and a lot about the law. He dreams of being a great trial lawyer, of a life in the courtroom.But Theo finds himself in court … Continue reading Review: Theodore Boone – Kid Lawyer
Reader Problems Book Tag
Hey everyone, it's time for another tag post! It's been a while since I've done one, and I really enjoy answering the questions for these tags. It's definitely a great way to learn about our fellow bloggers! So I found this tag over at dinipandareads, so be sure to check out her blog and show … Continue reading Reader Problems Book Tag
Review: Someday, Somewhere
Dominique is a high school junior from a gritty neighborhood in Trenton, where she and her mom are barely getting by.Ben is a musical prodigy from the Upper East Side, a violinist at a top conservatory with obsessive talent and a brilliant future.When Dom's class is taken to hear a concert at Carnegie Hall, she … Continue reading Review: Someday, Somewhere
Review: Listen to Your Heart
Talking to other people isn't Kate Bailey's favorite activity. She'd much rather be out on the lake, soaking up the solitude and sunshine. So when her best friend, Alana, convinces Kate to join their high school's podcast, Kate is not expecting to be chosen as the host. Now she'll have to answer calls and give … Continue reading Review: Listen to Your Heart
Unique Gifts for the Bookworm in Your Life
It's that time of the year. Though I haven't started my Christmas shopping yet, I know a lot of other people have or are at least gathering ideas for what to get people. Being a bookworm, I obviously love getting anything book-related because well, books are pretty much my life. Being a librarian is a … Continue reading Unique Gifts for the Bookworm in Your Life
Review: Fangirl
Cath is a Simon Snow fan. Okay, the whole world is a Simon Snow fan.... But for Cath, being a fan is her life—and she's really good at it. She and her twin, Wren, ensconced themselves in the Simon Snow series when they were just kids; it's what got them through their mother leaving.Reading. Rereading. … Continue reading Review: Fangirl
Read or Watch First?
Many books end up being turned into movies simply because of all the hype they generate in their book form, and let's face it, a lot of us love to see our favorite characters come to life. And when our favorite books aren't popular enough to get turned into movies, we cast the "would-be" movie … Continue reading Read or Watch First?
10 Holiday Book Recommendations
It's November already and that means that it's almost time to start getting into the holiday mood. While of course here in the U.S. we have Thanksgiving coming up, but meanwhile the rest of the world is preparing for Christmas (and other holidays). While I do love Thanksgiving myself, there aren't really any books I … Continue reading 10 Holiday Book Recommendations