Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

Staked

I've been loving this series. I will be sad when it eventually ends. 

What did you get this week? Add your link below.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

I finally went to my new library and checked out some books. Hopefully I read these. Between my new commute and unpacking (when will it ever end?), reading time is limited. It will even out eventually, right?

When We Collided 

I'm a huge Emery Lord fan girl. I'll be reading this one soon.

The Birth of The Pill

Nonfiction is catching my eye these days. 

What did you get this week? Claire's got the linky.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

The new house is still taking up all my time. Sigh. One day I'll have more time. And blog more. And read more.

Seven Black Diamonds

I liked Marr's other series, Wicked Lovely. High hopes for this one.

What did you get this week? Share below.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

The Siren

I enjoyed Cass' other series, The Selection. I love the cover of this one too.

What did you get this week? Share your loot below.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

Things No One Will Tell Fat Girls

The title only got me.

Jubilee Manor

I recently read Landry Park. The cliffhanger ending made me want to read the second one. 

What did you get this week? Claire's got the linky this week?

Day in The Life- March 12, 2016

I decided to do a Saturday so 8 hours of my day wouldn't be me at work.

8:45am-this is much later than I normally wake on a Saturday. I must have needed the extra sleep. After waking up, Tai and I discussed the day. I headed upstairs to make some breakfast: eggs, bacon, baked apples, and toast. Sorry no picture!

10:45am-Headed to the store to get brads to put up blinds. Picked up 3 non stick skillets on super clearance. I've been wanting a ceramic nonstick. And you can never go wrong with the Lodge.

11:45am-Headed to the new house. Blinds too small for window I wanted them for. Was able to use them in another window. Went on Amazon to buy right blinds but those blinds aren't sold in the size I need. Boo.

12:45pm-Time for sushi.

Spicy tuna with extra mayo. My favorite.

3pm: Back at old house. Chat with Dad about rest of my plans for the day. Decide to head to mall early for friend's performance.

3:30pm: Grab some tea while looking for a seat at Cultural Crossroads. Discover friend's performance is at 4:40, not 4pm. Don't want to lose seat so hang out and watch other performances.

4:20pm: Spot my friend and we chat while her singing group gets ready to perform.

4:40pm: Listen to the Bulgaria Voices of Seattle. Really enjoyed it. The accordion made me think of polka. Lively and fun.

5:30pm: Back at home. Discuss dinner and evening plans with Tai. Decide to see Zootopia, a late showing. Buy tickets online (10:20pm show). Tai agrees to take me to Red Robin before the show.

5:45pm: Clean up kitchen and run dishwasher. Chat with Dad about moving plans while he makes his dinner.

6:30pm: Settle in to finish Landry Park (it was ok, the cliffhanger ending caused me to put the second on hold immediately).

7:20pm: Hungry but decided to wait an hour before leaving for Red Robin. Eat a handful of cashews.

7:55pm: Tai and I are both hungry and decide to go to Red Robin now. I get my usual Big Tavern burger, lettuce wrapped.

8:30pm: Done with dinner but too early to go to the theater. Drive to Barnes and Noble that's near the theater. Wander around looking at the graphic novels. Tai settles in with a book about the art of Star Wars. I read a couple of home improvement magazines.

9:50pm: Leave Barnes and Noble and head to the theater. This theater recently remodeled and started assigning seats. The new leather seats also recline. So comfy.

10:20pm: Zootopia is cute. I liked the message. Definitely would see again.

12:05am: Leave the movie. Drive home. Go to bed.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

Big Magic

I need to read this one.

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None of The Above by IW Gregorio

I picked up None of The Above because I'd never read a book with a intersex protagonist. I'm really glad I did. None of The Above was a sweet story about a girl coming of age and dealing with being intersex.

The author has a fantastic resource page about intersex so please check it out to learn more.

Kristin is a 16 year old girl. She runs on the track team. She has a great boyfriend. When Kristin and her boyfriend decide to take their relationship to the next level, Kristin discovers that something is wrong. Kristin is diagnosed with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (commonly referred to as intersex). Kristin's life turns upside down but gets worse when the whole school and her boyfriend find out. Since most people are fairly ignorant about intersex, Kristin becomes an outcast. Now, Kristin has to figure who she is with this new diagnosis and without her friends.

I liked Kristin. She felt very real to me. I can't image being 16 and being told that your body is different than you thought it was. I can image how hard it would be to deal with friends who don't understand or want to support you. Kristin's family was incredibly supportive. I loved her dad and how much energy he put into researching options for Kristin. I loved watching Kristin grow and change as her reality did. None of the Above is wonderfully written. I look forward to reading more by Gregorio. Others who shared their thoughts on None of The Above: Feed Your Fiction Addiction, Reader Rayna, and Read. Breathe. Relax.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

Yes Please

I've heard good things about Poehler's book. I'm looking forward to it.

The Light Between Oceans

Another one I keep hearing about. 

What did you get this week? Claire's got the linky this week.

February Book Tally

Here I Am by Patti Kim
Swan by Laurel Snyder
A Red-Rose Chain by Seanan McGuire
Falling Into Bed with a Duke by Lorraine Heath


What a terrible month! Packing and getting ready to move takes so much time. Hopefully March will be better.

Stats:

Graphic Novel Challenge: 0 (none this month)  YTD: 2

Foodies Read Challenge: 0 (none this month)  YTD: 0

What's In A Name Challenge: 1 (Falling Into Bed with a Duke)  YTD: 0

LGBTQIA Reading Challenge: 0 (none this month)  YTD: 1

Total: 15

Falling Into Bed With A Duke by Lorraine Heath

I picked up Falling Into Bed With A Duke to fulfill the What's In A Name reading challenge category Item of furniture. Plus I do love a good historical romance. Falling Into Bed With A Duke was a cute story but nothing special.

Minerva is a spinster. After six seasons on the shelf, she decides to accept her fate and stop accepting gentleman and their offers of marriage. Minerva wants to find love, not just a suitable match. Men just want Minerva's dowry. The Duke of Ashebury has no shortage of women interested in him. Ashebury has little interest in marrying. But when Ashebury meet Minerva, he realizes that he just hadn't met the right woman.

I liked Minerva. She's opinionated and forthright. Ashebury is handsome and hurting. I'm just a little bored with the spinster and more than meets the eye trope. I dislike that the heroine isn't attractive or pleasing to men. I loved that Minerva was true to herself and that Ashebury falls in love with her because of who she is. Sigh.

I liked Heath's writing and would read more of her books. I'll probably even continue this series since Ashebury's brothers did interest me. Others who shared their thoughts on Falling Into Bed With A Duke: All About Romance, Smart Bitches, Trashy Books, and Fiction Vixen.
Falling Into Bed With A Duke satisfies the item of furniture category for the What's In A Name Reading Challenge.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

Heir to the Jedi

After seeing The Force Awakens, Tai has been devouring all things Star Wars. Since this one is written by one of my favorite authors, Kevin Hearne, I'll check it out as well. 

What did you get this week? Share your loot below!

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

#comicsFebruary

Deadpool: Dark Reign                                                Deadpool: The ones with Deadpool

After seeing Deadpool, I want to read more about the Merc with a Mouth.

Guardians of The Galaxy: Cosmic Avengers                                                                                                                       Guardians of The Galaxy: Tomorrow's Avengers      I've been watching Guardians of The Galaxy a lot lately. How can I wait til  2017?

                                                   

What did you get this week? Claire's got the linky.                              

Teaser Tuesday-Falling Into Bed With A Duke by Lorraine Heath

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of A Daily Rhythm. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read
• Open to a random page
• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
• BE 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 that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

"She'd never had a man's bare hand touch hers or anything other part of her for that matter. It should have been unsettling."
pg 38 Falling into Bed With A Duke by Lorraine Heath

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.



I've been slumping hard. I was reading the same book for the past 2 weeks. That's pretty rare for me. My library loot stack is growing because I keep getting books but not reading them! I'm tempted to take them all back and start over. But I got some more books. Let's see if I read them!

Landry Park

Downton Abby meets The Selection? Sounds good to me.

Woman Rebel
I've wanted to read this for a while now.

What did you get this week? Share your loot below.

Teaser Tuesday-A Red-Rose Chain by Seanan McGuire

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of A Daily Rhythm. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read
• Open to a random page
• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
• BE 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 that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

"Queen Windermere wasn't consenting.Queen Windermere wasn't saying anything at all." 
pg 30 A Red-Rose Chain by Seanan McGuire

The Love List

♥ Sushi
♥ Going to the movies

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♥ Watching Lip Sync Battle
♥ Coloring

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♥ Hanging out with Tai
♥ Coffee

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♥ Fuzzy socks
♥ Our New House

January Book Tally

Prelude To A Scandal by Delilah Marvelle
Happily Ever After by Kiera Cass
All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely
Their Fractured Light by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner
The White Rose by Amy Ewing
Separate is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatiuh
When A Scot Ties The Knot by Tessa Dare
Over Easy by Mimi Pond
Dead of Winter by Kresley Cole
Deadpool vs Thanos by Tim Seeley
Honey Girl by Lisa Freeman

Good month. I started slumping at the end. I'm hoping some romance novels will pull me out of it.

Stats:

Graphic Novel Challenge: 2 (Over  Easy and Deadpool vs Thanos)  YTD: 2

Foodies Read Challenge: 0 (none this month)  YTD: 0

What's In A Name Challenge: 0 (none this month)  YTD: 0

LGBTQIA Reading Challenge: 1 (Honey Girl)  YTD: 1

Total: 11

January Goal Update

How did I do on my goals in January?

Overall, poorly. We bought a house (yay!) but it made it hard to do anything else.

-Train to complete STP in 2017. Haven't made any progress.

-Take one dance related class a week (Zumba, pole dancing, etc). I was sick for most of January so gym time was nil.

-Continue to set aside time for myself. Again, between the house and being sick, I got nothing.

-Clear out the clutter. I did good one the physical clutter. Sorting through our stuff to pack generated some boxes of stuff to get rid of.

-Use up what we get in our Full Circle box each week. I've been a lot better about this one. Work in progress.

-Take 3 more cooking classes. Saw a class I wanted to take but timing didn't work. I'll probably put this off until after the move.

-Expand my cooking horizons. Haven't even thought about what I'll make.

Library Loot

Library Loot is a weekly event co-hosted by Claire from The Captive Reader and me that encourages bloggers to share the books they’ve checked out from the library. If you’d like to participate, just write up your post-feel free to steal the button-and link it using the Mr. Linky any time during the week. And of course check out what other participants are getting from their libraries.

Vixen in Velvet

I read part of the Dressmakers series last year. Time to complete the series. 

Hero

This one looked pretty interesting. 

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