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Swap books and gifts for the holiday

2009-11-11T12:58:00.004+08:00

I've decided to participate in the Book Blogger Holiday Swap this year. I have heard of it last year but didn't get the chance to join in the fun. Perhaps I heard about it a little too late. Not gonna make the same mistake again!Don't know what it's about? Visit their FAQ page. The main idea is that you get the chance to be Secret Santa to another blogger from anywhere in the world. Also,

Recently watched movies

2009-11-10T14:32:00.004+08:00

The Time Traveler's Wife (2009) A romantic drama about a Chicago librarian with a gene that causes him to involuntarily time travel, and the complications it creates for his marriage.He's Just Not That Into You (2009)The needy Gigi Haim is a young woman seeking her prince charming somewhere amongst her unsuccessful dates. After dating estate agent Conor Barry, Gigi anxiously expects to receive a

Giveaway at Teens Read and Write!

2009-11-08T23:37:00.003+08:00

Listen up! Want a chance to win books? Head on over to Teens Read and Write where they're holding their first huge giveaway. What's more, it's international so anyone can join in and try their luck!The books up for grabs are:Glass Houses by Rachel Caine (Morganville Vampires#1) Lost Girls by Robert DohertySaddled wth Trouble by Michelle ScottThe Wee Free Men by Terry PrachettMidnight Reflections

Been to a live concert?

2009-11-08T23:14:00.004+08:00

Who wouldn't love a live concert where you can sing and dance along to your favourite entertainer? Hah, it'd be even better if you can sneak your way to the stage and meet your idol! But that'd be asking for trouble. I still remember the moment where there was this lady who not only managed to get up on stage with Michael Jackson but also the opportunity to hug him. Well, she was more like

Studying and on a Desperate Housewives Marathon

2009-11-02T23:21:00.006+08:00

(From left: Edie, Lynette, Susan, Gabrielle, and Bree)My final exams are coming up soon with my first paper falling on the 5th of Nov, which is this Thursday and the next paper on the 6th of Nov (Friday). My next two papers are on the 19th and 20th of Nov. After that, it's a month's holiday for me! Yay!Last week, I spent most of my time in my university's library - studying! I don't remember the

In My Mailbox (Nov 02, 2009)

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Bought:No Fireworks by Rodge GlassLight on Snow by Anita ShreveRead them before? If yes, let me know your thoughts in the comments section. Have a great reading week! :)Random Quote:A good book on your shelf is a friend that turns its back on you and remains a friend. ~Author Unknown

In My Mailbox (Oct 26, 2009)

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Bought:Mudlark by John SeddenThe Bank Robber Diaries by Danny KingLoving April by Melvin BurgessAcross the Nightingale Floor by Lian HearnThe Great Automatic Grammatizator and Other Stories by Roald DahlRandom quote:I have always imagined that paradise will be a kind of library. ~ Jorge Luis Borges (1899-1986)

What Are You Reading? (Oct 19, 2009)

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Skin and Other Stories by Roald Dahl

In My Mailbox (Oct 19, 2009)

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Received from nylusmilk:The Chocolate War by Robert CormierBeyond the Chocolate War by Robert CormierThank you so much for sending these two books to me! :)Bought from the Times Mega Book Sale:Skin and Other Stories by Roald DahlLeaving Home by Anita BrooknerThe Accomplice by Kathryn HeymanFearless #8: Heat by Francine PascalFearless #9: Blood by Francine PascalFearless #16 Naked by Francine

Convert your files

2009-10-19T22:53:00.002+08:00

Why would anyone need a PDF converter? Well, first, it helps you create PDF documents from Microsoft Office Suite, word documents, excel spreadsheets, powerpoint presentations, Internet Explorer and from any other applications that can print. With this converter, you can also convert PDF files to word documents in case there is anything you would like to edit. You can also create passwords to

In My Mailbox (Oct 11, 2009)

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I've heard so much about this weekly event and decided to jump on the bandwagon too! This is my first time participating in In My Mailbox. It's being hosted by The Story Siren and to know how to go about it, visit here. It's really easy!For Review:The Blue Umbrella: A Novelby Mike MasonI really like the cover of this book! The title's design is pretty captivating along with the colourful building

Love Animals!

2009-10-04T22:45:00.004+08:00

It's World Animal Day today (Oct 4). I wouldn't know anything about it if I didn't read the newspaper!So how are you celebrating the day? Do you have a pet? I don't have one but I have a soft spot for animals. It saddens me when I hear of animal abuse or stray animals wandering out in the street with no fixed shelter from the rain. At least there's the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to

Kiddie Stuff Giveaway

2009-10-03T13:16:00.004+08:00

KittyCat from A Pregnant Pause is holding a giveaway where the winner will win an item worth USD45 from a store that sells baby and kiddie products. It's open to US residents only. Contest ends Oct 5.Hurry, it's a chance not to be missed!

I won the Superior Scribbler Award!

2009-09-27T17:36:00.004+08:00

StephanieD from Misfit Salon presented The Superior Scribbler Award to five bloggers and wow, I'm one of them. Thank you so much, Stephanie! I'm really honoured to be even considered. :)Some of the rules to be followed:Each Superior Scribbler must in turn pass The Award on to 5 most-deserving Bloggy Friends.Each Superior Scribbler must link to the author & the name of the blog from whom he/she

Care for your hair

2009-09-27T00:52:00.004+08:00

Alright, we're onto another post on hair stuff. So, tell me. How do you care for your hair? How often do you visit your hairdresser/barber? How often do you change your hairstyle?Unless you're Rihanna who probably has several hair stylists, then you're mostly on your own. But no worries, pay a visit to the nearest L'oreal or Redken hair salon and the friendly hair stylists are more than ready to

Boys Like Girls...and vice versa

2009-09-27T00:21:00.004+08:00

I thought I had better get in touch with the latest music. The other day, I came across a blogger whose favourite band is Boys Like Girls. Apparently, this band is coming to Malaysia soon (not sure when) and I don't even know what songs they sing! Nah, it's not like I'm going to attend their concert. Concerts are usually held in Kuala Lumpur or Genting Highlands. They are rarely held in Penang. :

Hail Hair!

2009-09-27T00:02:00.004+08:00

Whose hairstyle do you envy? Whose hairstyle have you copied and perhaps improvised to make it your own style? For me, my preferences change through time. I could like a bob hairstyle one moment and the next I'll go crazy after a longer hairdo. :) Well, unless I have millions of bucks to spend like Victoria Beckham, then I can't really "magically" lengthen my hair with extensions. I find it kind

Friday Finds (Sept 25, 2009)

2009-09-26T00:16:00.004+08:00

This weekly meme is hosted by Should be Reading.Click on the pictures to visit the book's page on Amazon.Dreaming Anastasia by Joy PrebleI don't remember where I first saw it but it was through one of the book giveaways held by another book blogger. I'm intrigued by the story of Anastasia Romanov and have always enjoyed watching the cartoon version. Embarrassing, I know, but I like Dimitri's

The Blue Umbrella trailer

2009-09-22T23:48:00.002+08:00

The Blue Umbrella by Mike MasonThe Blue Umbrella, by Mike Mason from David C. Cook on Vimeo.About the book:What would happen if all the world’s weather was controlled by one man with a blue umbrella? If your mother had been killed by lightning, would you trust this man? This is the decision facing 10-year-old Zac Sparks in Mike Mason’s new page-turning fantasy novel, The Blue Umbrella (David C

May Lady Luck be on my side

2009-09-22T13:19:00.009+08:00

An update of some new book giveaways. I've listed them out according to contest deadlines. Do keep checking to see if I've added new ones. Good luck!Mel from He Followed Me Home....Can I Keep Him? is giving away a copy of Bending Toward the Sun by Leslie Gilbert-Lurie. Open worldwide. Contest ends Sept 15. Hurry!!!Steph Su from Steph Su Reads is giving away a copy of Ash by Malinda Lo. Open

Total Security Nightmare

2009-09-22T02:22:00.006+08:00

Imagine the horror when I realized that there was a very troublesome spyware which managed to steal its way into my computer a couple of days ago. The spyware Total Security is an impostor. It pretends to be an anti-virus programme and suggests "solutions" for you.Beware!!! Do not keep it too long in your computer or it'll slow everything down. I have no idea how it got in my computer in the

I Won A Book!

2009-09-22T00:55:00.002+08:00

Yay!!! I won a copy of The Luminous Life of Lilly Aphrodite by Beatrice Colin from lizzysiddal's recent BBAW book giveaway. It's been a long time since I won anything so this is a really happy moment for me. :) Thanks for the giveaway, lizzy!

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri!

2009-09-20T00:59:00.004+08:00

To all my Muslim friends who are celebrating Hari Raya, I'd like to wish you Selamat Hari Raya and drive safely home! :)If you'd like to know more about this festival which is celebrated in Malaysia and other Muslim countries every year, you may visit this Wikipedia page.It is celebrated after the fasting month of Ramadan.As for me, I have a week's worth of holiday. It means it's time to get my

Thoughts for the day

2009-09-16T00:29:00.002+08:00

I bargained with Life for a penny,And Life would pay no more,However I begged at eveningWhen I counted my scanty store;For Life is a just employer,He gives you what you ask,But once you have set the wages,Why, you must bear the task.I worked for a menial's hire,Only to learn, dismayed,That any wage I had asked of Life,Life would have paid!-Jessie Rittenhouse-------------------------------------It

Teaser Tuesdays (Sept 15)

2009-09-15T23:59:00.003+08:00

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along!Just do the following:Grab your current readOpen to a random pageShare two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that pageBE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)Share the title & author, too, so