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2016 Banned Books Week

2016-09-29T08:29:00.000-05:00

So it is Banned Books Week. Every year hundreds of complaints are filed against books for a variety of reasons. Concerns about racism, political views, nudity, or homosexuality etc. are used to challenge a books status on the shelf at the library. Once a complaint is filed, a committee reviews the book then decides if the book should be banned or removed from shelves. It is that simple. &

BOOK TOUR: Until Summer Ends by Elana Johnson

2016-08-11T07:00:00.000-05:00

**I was given an advanced copy of this book to review** Title: Until Summer Ends Author: Elana Johnson Publication Date: August 9, 2016 Print Length: 312 pages Publisher: Cleis Press Summary:Sophie Newton is determined to prove herself to her father, who insists she could never run a successful business. She opens a beachside taco stand called The Sandy Tortilla and plans to make

BOOK TOUR: By The Stars by Lindsay B. Ferguson

2016-03-10T09:11:00.000-06:00

**I was given an advanced copy of this book to review** Title: By The Stars Author: Lindsay B. Ferguson Publication Date: March 8, 2016 Print Length: 320 pages Publisher: Cedar Fort, Inc Summary: When Cal finally gets a chance with Kate, the girl he's loved since grade school, their easy friendship quickly blossoms into a meaningful romance. Spirited and independent, Kate

BOOK REVIEW: The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken

2016-02-04T10:09:00.004-06:00

Title: The Darkest Minds Author: Alexandra Bracken Publication Date: October 22, 2013 Print Length: 488 pages Publisher: Disney-Hyperion Summary: When Ruby woke up on her tenth birthday, something about her had changed. Something frightening enough to make her parents lock her in the garage and call the police. Something that got her sent to Thurmond, a brutal government “

Are you a speed reader?

2016-01-28T14:48:00.000-06:00

Image from karosu-maker.deviantart.com I just realized that my book, The Darkest Mind, is due back to the library by tomorrow and I can't renew because there is a waiting list. I am current on page 90 of 488 pages. So I need to read about 400 pages in two days. Can I do it? I don't think I've ever read that much that fast. Other bloggers/vloggers list the number of books they read a week, a

Abandoned Books

2016-01-26T10:39:00.001-06:00

This picture makes me feel so sad BTW. Did you know that there is a such thing as the most popular abandoned books list? Who knew. That's awful if you think about it. As an author I'm sure you want to be a part of a list. However, I doubt you would want to be the #1 book that people stopped reading. Unfortunately, my shelf is littered with books I began with good intentions. Books I started

BOOK REVIEW: See Me by Nicholas Sparks

2016-01-21T14:12:00.003-06:00

Title: See Me Author: Nicholas Sparks Publication Date: October 13, 2015 Print Length: 486 pages Publisher: Grand Central Summary: See me just as I see you . . . Colin Hancock is giving his second chance his best shot. With a history of violence and bad decisions behind him and the threat of prison dogging his every step, he's determined to walk a straight line. To Colin,

Where do you read?

2016-01-19T14:23:00.003-06:00

(image from Apartment Therapy) Me: In Bed I mostly read in bed which is a very bad idea. I start reading then fall asleep then wake up pick my book/tablet up off the floor then start reading again just to fall asleep again. It is a vicious cycle. It greatly hinders my productivity. Unfortunately, right now I do not have a big comfy chair or a specific area dedicated to read in. I live

BOOK REVIEW: All the Rage by Courtney Summers

2016-01-14T13:26:00.002-06:00

Title: All the Rage Author: Courtney Summers Publication Date: April 14, 2015 Print Length: 336 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin Summary: The sheriff's son, Kellan Turner, is not the golden boy everyone thinks he is, and Romy Grey knows that for a fact. Because no one

I'M BACK!!!

2016-01-13T11:46:00.002-06:00

I can't believe it's been YEARS since I blogged. Wow. Anyways, I'M BACK! I decided that 2016 I will pick back up my previously abandoned book blog. I had the most fun when I was reading and blogging. Also, thinking about getting involved with book vlogging also. Hmmm. Decisions decisions. Moving along, I am participating in the 2016 Reading Challenge. I have chosen my books to read. I'm

2013-10-18T15:04:00.002-05:00

e-reader

2012-04-11T09:07:00.002-05:00

I just had to post this picture! Hee Hee. I love it! I KEEP IT REAL!

Book Review: Just Listen by Sarah Dessen

2012-03-12T10:50:00.000-05:00

Just Listen by Sarah Dessen Last year, Annabel was "the girl who has everything"—at least that’s the part she played in the television commercial for Kopf ’s Department Store.This year, she’s the girl who has nothing: no best friend because mean-but-exciting Sophie dropped her, no peace at home since her older sister became anorexic, and no one to sit with at lunch. Until she meets Owen

Follow Friday and TGIF

2012-03-09T10:43:00.000-06:00

Follow Friday is a weekly meme hosted by Parajunkee and Alison Can Read This weeks featured blog is Hesperia Loves Books and the weekly question is: Q: Have you ever looked at book’s cover and thought, This is going to horrible? But, was instead pleasantly surprised? Show us the cover and tell us about the book. I would have to say Well, I didn't think this is going to be horrible

Teaser Tuesday (22), Tune-in Tuesday (23) and Top Ten (13)

2012-03-06T13:44:00.002-06:00

Teaser Tuesday is hosted by MizB at Should Be Reading. Here are the rules: Grab your current read. Open to a random page. Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page, and BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! The Vampire Diaries: The Awakening by L.J. Smith "Stefan laughed. It was a bitter sound. "Who am I to judge?" There was more emotion in his voice than

Follow Friday

2012-03-02T09:52:00.000-06:00

Follow Friday is a weekly meme hosted by Parajunkee and Alison Can Read This weeks featured blog is Mercurial Musings and the weekly question is: Q: What book would you love to see made into a movie or television show and do you have actors/actresses in mind to play the main characters? Secretly, I would like to see the Black Dagger Brotherhood Series made into a TV series but it

Drool-worthy Bookstores

2012-03-01T15:06:00.004-06:00

Check out these awesome bookstores from around the world. Amsterdam Australia Brazil Denver, CO (Tattered Cover, in my hometown. This bookstore is awesome!) UK (love this! called the Honesty Bookstore, I would be afraid the books would get wet though). London NYC Scotland Toronto UK Ah, I just love bookstores. Just thought I'd share some eye candy with

Waiting on Wednesday (20): Black City by Elizabeth Richards

2012-02-29T15:09:00.000-06:00

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. I just found out about this book today. It looks very good! Black City (Black City Chronicles #1) by Elizabeth Richards (TBR: Nov 13, 2012 A dark and tender postapocalyptic love story set in the aftermath of a bloody war In a city where humans and

Teaser Tuesday (21) and Tune-In Tuesday (22)

2012-02-28T10:29:00.001-06:00

Teaser Tuesday is hosted by MizB at Should Be Reading. Here are the rules: Grab your current read. Open to a random page. Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page, and BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! Just Listen by Sarah Dessen "As I felt my feet under me, I reached for the wall, trying to get my bearings, my fingers only barely raking some solid surface

In My Mailbox

2012-02-27T10:21:00.001-06:00

In My Mailbox was inspired by Alea of Pop Culture Junkie and hosted by TheStorySiren. I got these books from the thrift store. I mean I maybe paid like $5 total for all six of these books. Isn't that awesome? I never thought about buying books at a thrift store but this one had a huge book section. So I'm happy. I've been wanting the Vampire Diaries Series for so

Friday Feature and Follow & TGIF

2012-02-24T10:32:00.002-06:00

Follow Friday is a weekly meme hosted by Parajunkee and Alison Can Read This weeks featured blog is Oh! For the Love of Books and the weekly question is: Q: Activity!!! Take a picture or describe where you love to read the most… Most of the time, I read in my bed. It is never usually this neat though and there is usually a big fluffy kitty cat curled up sleeping in there somewhere

Teaser Tuesday (20), Tune In Tuesday (21) and Top Ten Tuesday (12)

2012-02-21T16:25:00.001-06:00

Man I have been trying to blog ALLLL DAY. I had to download Google Chrome which I really don't like just to get Blogger to work, Sheesh! Anywhoo.... Teaser Tuesday is hosted by MizB at Should Be Reading. Here are the rules: Grab your current read. Open to a random page. Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page, and BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS!

Follow Friday & TGIF

2012-02-17T11:45:00.000-06:00

Follow Friday is a weekly meme hosted by Parajunkee and Alison Can Read This weeks featured blog is http://beefcakeandbabes.com/ and the weekly question is: Q: BeefcakeandBabes Asks: I like unique names for characters and am looking forward to coming up with some when I start writing. What’s the most unique character name you’ve come across? I have to agree with

Book Review: What's Wrong With Me? by Daree Allen PLUS Author Interview

2012-02-17T09:31:00.005-06:00

Whats Wrong with Me?: A Girls Book of Lessons Learned, Inspiration and Advice by Daree Allen (released Feb. 14, 2012) Today’s age of everything-goes media messages and in-your-face sexuality has led to many teen girls grappling with self-esteem and self-worth. What’s Wrong With Me?: A Girl’s Book of Lessons Learned, Inspiration and Advice guides girls through their young adulthood by teaching

2012-02-10T11:23:00.000-06:00

Follow Friday is a weekly meme hosted by Parajunkee and Alison Can Read This weeks featured blog is Book Chow Down and the weekly question is: Q: What would your prefer: reading your favorite book over and over again until you got sick of it OR reading 100s of mediocre books? And why?I would have to read my favorite book over and over again. Mediocre books don't keep my