Thursday, May 30, 2013

Indie Book Marketing 101 - Guest Post by Janiera Eldridge, author of Soul Sisters


Today I have the pleasure of sharing with you a great, informative guest post by Janiera Eldridge, author of Soul Sisters! In her post, Janiera talks about how to effectively promote your books on-line! I think many people will find this post extremely insightful and useful!

Indie Book Marketing 101 by Janiera Eldridge 
     One of the hardest things for an indie author to ever do is market their work. Although we would love to write all day and have people read our work, no one will read it if we don’t market it! Marketing is not my favorite thing to do. Don’t get me wrong, I love my fans. It’s getting the book to new readers that can be burdensome at times. However, like a lot of things in life, I’ve found that some methods work way better than others. The secret to building marketing success however, is not as hard as you might think. Here are three easy steps you can use as new indie author or established indie author to get your books into the reader’s delightful hands. 

     Be yourself: It is extremely important to be yourself when trying to market your book. When you’re on social media, you should always post and write things that represent your personality. A good rule to follow is that you should never post about your book on Facebook more than once a day. Never post about your book more than twice a day on twitter. Readers don’t want your book to be constantly thrown in their face. They are in fact, more likely to buy a book from you (and recommend your book to others) if they feel like they know the person behind the book. You don’t have to post extremely personal things but sharing a joke or a quirky life story every once and a will show people, you’re not just an author, you’re a human being.

     When writing a guest post or filling out an interview, add as much personality as possible to your material. Interviews and guest posts are such a great way to give the reader a piece of yourself. Take advantage of that and let your freak flag fly!

Don’t be shy, reach out!

     As an author myself (and from talking to many author friends) we got into writing because we love telling stories, but we’re kind of shy about it. Marketing makes you break out of that shy shell and go for the gold! To be honest, because a lot of indie marketing takes place online it’s a lot easier to break out of your shy spell. Indie authors, don’t be afraid to reach out to book bloggers! As a whole, book bloggers are amazing (I’m not just saying that since I am one either). So many book bloggers will go out of their way to help you promote their book. So many times I’ve approached a blogger for a review who who then told me they were swamped with reviews but they would like to host me with an interview or guest post. Guest post and interviews are just as vital to marketing your books because the more people get a peek into your book and your personality, the more your book will stand out in their mind when their shopping on Amazon for their next read. 

Write more books!

     Sounds simple? It really is! Despite what the media often depicts about indie authors (the instant success of E. L. James and Colleen Hoover) most indie authors work 2-3 years before being able to make a living off their own writing. It may seem like a long time but it really isn’t if you love what you do. The only way to keep your author name fresh and relevant is to write more books. No indie author should expect to hit the bestsellers list with their first book, it can happen but it not likely. What is likely is if you continue to write quality books that make readers happy (while continuing to market your book) your readership will continue to blossom and grow! 

     I find being an indie store incredibly rewarding however, it’s not easy! I’m constantly trying to find a way to market my books and get them into hands of readers who will hopefully enjoy it. I find these three steps help me get the most out of my marketing time no matter what I’m doing! I hope they will be useful to you as well.

Thank you so much, Janiera, for this wonderful guest post! 

Guys, be sure to check out Janiera's awesome vampire novel, Soul Sisters! Be sure to follow her on Twitter and connect with her Facebook, you'll definitely love interacting with this lady!



Soul Sisters by Janiera Eldridge 
August 18th 2012
Soul Sisters is an urban fantasy novel about African-American twin sisters Ani and Dana who have a rather unique secret: one sister is human while the other is a vampire. While the sisters have lived peacefully with each other for many years one fateful night will change both their lives forever. When a drunken man tries to attack Dana (the human sister) Ani (the vampire sister) protects her sister with all of her ferocious power.

However, when the vampire’s leader Donovan finds out about the public display he calls for the sisters to be assassinated for disobedience. Ani and Dana now are in for the fight of their lives to protect each other as well as the lives of their dedicated friends who have joined them on their mission for survival. If Dana and Ani can make it through this time of uncertainty, Ani can take her new place as vampire queen. Soul Sisters is expected to be a trilogy; The book also features a multicultural cast of characters that brings a new edge of chic to the vampire world.
Find it here: Amazon  | Goodreads


About the author:
Janiera enjoys feeding her book addiction when she not writing. She is also a book blogger at Beauty and Books where she mixes being a book nerd with keeping things chic. When not reading or writing she is freelance writing in the entertainment industry. When trying to relax she likes a huge yard sale on a Saturday morning, rainy days to read by and nacho cheese is her kryptonite. Soul Sisters is her debut novel..
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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Blog Tour: Spirit by Brigid Kemmerer (Review)

Genre:
Young Adult, Paranormal, Romance, Fantasy
Publication.Date  May 28th 2013
Pages:301
Published By:  K Teen
WebsiteBrigid Kemmerer 

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My review copy:I received an e-arc for the purposes of reviewing for the tour.
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With power comes enemies. Lots of them.

Hunter Garrity just wants to be left alone. He’s learned the hard way that his unusual abilities come at a price. And he can’t seem to afford any allies.

He’s up to his neck in hostiles. His grandfather, spoiling for a fight. The Merrick brothers, who think he ratted them out. Calla, the scheming psycho who wants to use him as bait.

Then there’s Kate Sullivan, the new girl at school. She’s not hostile. She’s bold. Funny. Hot. But she’s got an agenda, too.

With supposedly secret powers rippling to the surface everywhere around him, Hunter knows something ugly is about to go down. But finding out what means he’ll have to find someone he can trust…
(Goodreads)



     So much emotion in this book!! I will admit I teared up. I was a little unsure if I would like this book as much as the others in this series. While I did like Hunter in previous books he is definitely not my favorite. I love those Merrick brothers. Hunter is an Elemental like the Merricks and is new in town. He is a bit unsure of where he fits in with everyone. This book is his journey of finding out where he fits in and who he is.

     Throughout the entire book I found myself saying poor Hunter. I was starting to wonder if this kid would ever catch a break. Brigid Kemmerer is not afraid to tug at your heart strings and make you shed a tear. He has lost his Dad and Uncle and feels pretty much let down by everyone around him. I love how the characters in these books grow and find out who they really want to be and what they want out of life. They deal with real world problems and learn how to face them head on.

     While I still love the Merrick brothers Hunter now holds a special place in my heart as well. This book has everything you could want action, tears, romance and surprises. What's not to like? I would definitely recommend this book to those who have read the others in the series. If you have not read the others in the series what are you waiting for? You should pick them up today and dive into the elemental world. You will not regret it.



About the author:

Brigid Kemmerer started writing in high school, and her first real “novel” was about four vampire brothers causing a ruckus in the suburbs. Those four brothers are the same boys living in the pages of The Elemental Series, so Brigid likes to say she’s had four teenage boys taking up space in her head for the last seventeen years!
Spirit, the latest book in the series, will be released in stores and online on May 28, 2013. Connect with Brigid on her website, Twitter,Facebook, and GoodReads.
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Monument 14: Sky On Fire by Emmy Laybourne (Review)

Genre:
Young Adult, Science Fiction, Apocalyptic, Thriller
Publication.Date  May 28th 2013 (US hardcover), 
Pages:212
Published By:  Feiwel & Friends 
WebsiteEmmy Laybourne 

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My review copy:Review copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
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The world hasn't ended...yet.

In this sequel to MONUMENT 14, the group of survivors, originally trapped together in a superstore by a series of escalating disasters, has split in two. Most of the kids are making a desperate run on their recently repaired school bus for the Denver airport where they hope to reunite with their parents, be evacuated to safety, and save their dying friend. 

But the world outside is dark and filled with dangerous chemicals that turn people into bloodthirsty monsters, and not all the kids were willing to get on the bus. Left behind in a sanctuary that has already been disturbed once, the remaining kids try to rebuild the community they lost. But when the issues are life and death, love and hate, who can you really trust?
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The last time I'd been on this roof we hadn't known anything about the compounds. We had watched the cloud going up from NORAD, thirty miles away. The last time I'd been on this roof I tried to kill my brother.
By my watch, I knew it was 6:07 a.m.
But it was dark, dark, dark.
Morning was never coming, it seemed.

"Honey, I don't understand that story. What does it mean?"
"It means stick with the dog you know, Auntie Jean", Max told her. "Stick with the dog you know."


     Sky On Fire is a great second instalment in the Monument 14 series. I am happy to report that I enjoyed it just as much (OK, maybe even a little bit more) than the first book. In this gritty and blood-chilling tale of survival, Emmy Laybourne takes us on yet another wild roller coasted ride filled with scenes of true epicness, including a chainsaw massacre moment and a bus ride through hell on earth. 

     The second book picks up exactly where the first one left off. The kids are no longer together. The hiding place at the local Greenway supermarket is no longer safe. Bad things happened there, one of the kids got shot and he requires immediate medical attention in order to survive. And so the kids decide that it's time to take matters into their own hands and try their luck on the road. Their plan is to get to Denver International Airport where the government has set up an evacuation centre. Not all the kids can go, though. The moment they breathe in the toxic air, those with B blood type turn into bloodthirsty monsters. They decide to stay behind and wait for the others to get help. Separated, mentally and physically exhausted and terrified beyond words, the kids from Monument continue to fight for survival. 

     Sky On Fire is definitely an exciting and entertaining addition to the series. I had a lot of fun reading this book, though I was also a little bit disappointed to see that there wasn't much improvement in terms of character development. Like in the first book, the plot was filled to the brim with gasp-worthy action sequences and unexpected plot developments. There were no slow moments or boring passages. Quite honestly, at times reading this book felt more like reading a script for a Hollywood action movie. One crazy plot development after another, complete with scenes of sex and violence. In terms of entertainment Monument 14: Sky On Fire definitely delivers. 

     I really enjoyed the two different POVs. They made the narration more flavorful and dynamic, adding an extra kick to the already explosive cocktail. We still had Dean's (slightly douchy) POV from the inside of the supermarket, but now we also had Alex' (Dean's little brother) POV on the outside. Dark, empty and unsafe, the supermarket location felt even more suffocating and claustrophobic. And the outside world was no better. With dangerous people all around, deadly fumes in the air, weird mold growing on tires and debris  everywhere you look, the outside world resembled a vicious predator. 

     For the most part, I liked where the story went. I loved the sense of urgency and racing against time. It made for quite an intense reading experience. I was flipping through the pages like a maniac. There were, however, moments when I was surprised (and not in a good way) by some of the plot developments. It's really hard to discuss all that without giving away major plot points, so let me just say that I wish some of the issues were handled differently. What I'm talking about is the relationship between Dean and Astrid and Jake and Astrid. I thought their love triangle (if we can even call it that) was handled rather poorly. 

     The writing didn't improve much, but it was decent. I found some of the sentences and expressions to be a little bit awkward or repetitive, but most of the time I was too focused on the action to be bothered by that. Simple, raw and straightforward, the style of the prose fit the story perfectly. 

     Sky On Fire is most certainly a powerful sequel. It's a hold-on-tight-to-your-pants type of book, that is just as creepy as it is entertaining, and just as disturbing as it is fun to read. I can't wait for the third book!



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Monday, May 27, 2013

Monument 14 by Emmy Laybourne (Review)

Genre:
Young Adult, Science Fiction, Apocalyptic, Thriller
Publication.Date  June 5th 2012 (US hardcover), April 4th 2013 (UK paperback)
Pages:294
Published By:  Feiwel & Friends (US), Hachette Children's Books (UK)
WebsiteEmmy Laybourne 

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My review copy:Review copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
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Fourteen kids. One superstore. A million things that go wrong ...
Fourteen kids stranded inside a superstore. Inside they have everything they could ever need. There's junk food and clothes, computer games and books, drugs and alcohol ... and without adult supervision they can do whatever they want.
Sounds like fun? 

But outside the world is being ripped apart by violent storms and chemicals leaking into the atmosphere that, depending on blood type, leave victims paranoid, violent or dead. 

The kids must remain inside, forced to create their own community, unsure if they'll ever be able to leave. Can they stop the world they've created inside from self-destructing too?
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Your mother hollers that you're going to miss the bus. She can see it coming down the street. You don't stop and hug her and tell her you love her. You don't thank her for being a good, kind, patient mother. Of course not- you launch yourself down the stairs and make a run for the corner.
Only, if it's the last you'll ever see your mother, you sort of start to wish you'd stopped and did those things. Maybe even missed the bus.

"They made something evil over at NORAD."
The world as we know it is gone. We're locked in a Greenway and an EARTHQUAKE just smashed the store to pieces.


"Then came the little tink, tink, tink sound. I took out my buds to hear better. The tinks were like rain, only metallic. And the tinks turned to TINKS and the TINKS turned to Mr. Reed's screaming "Holy Christ!". And then suddenly the roof of the bus started denting - BAM, BAM, BAM - and a cobweb crack spread over the windshield. With each BAM the windshield changed like a slide show, growing more and more white as the cracks shot through the surface. I looked out the side window next to me. Hail in all different sizes from little to that-can't-be-hail was pelting the street.

     Monument 14 by Emmy Laybourne is a wildly entertaining cocktail of thrilling, fun, and claustrophobic. From beginning to end, this book is breathtakingly fast-paced and intense. If you're looking for a quick, summer read that is neither too heavy nor too gooey, this should be your next pick! 

     It all started with an eruption of a volcano on an island called La Palma - five hundred billion tons of rock and lava avalanched into the ocean. And it was only just a prelude to the complete chaos that followed suit. The explosion created a half mile tall megatsunami that would later be called "the worst natural disaster in recorded history". After that came the extreme weather condition that affected the rest of the country - supercell storms causing copious amounts of hail and strong winds. The final blow was delivered by the earthquake that ripped through the town of Monument, causing a toxic spill of devastating proportions. And the worst was yet to come...

"People in boats, people crying, people washed down rivers like logs on a log float, people washed up along with their cars and garages and trees and trash cans and bicycles and god-knows-what else. People as debris."

     The world is in chaos. Residents of Colorado and neighboring states are urged to stay indoors and seal all windows and doors immediately. They are told to stay put and wait for help. It is too dangerous to go out. Too late for evacuation. Not only are the roads and buildings in ruin, but there is a toxic cloud rolling through the city. Chemical warfare compounds have been breeched and everyone in a five-hundred-mile radius is at risk of exposure to its deadly fumes. 

     Fourteen kids find themselves trapped in a local supermarket as a deadly bio-cloud surrounds the entire town. There are no mutated monsters lurking outside, waiting to devour them. No supernatural creatures, strange abilities, ghosts or any other paranormal aspects to the story. What we have here is a group of normal teenagers and kids fighting to survive in a world ripped apart and flipped inside out. It's realistic. It's raw. It's straightforward and quite believable. Convincing enough to make you pause and wonder what would you do in a situation like that. And scary enough to send a cold shiver down your spine. 

     Now, while I definitely had fun reading this book and thought it was a pretty decent survival story, I can't say that I was blown away by it. It's a quick and entertaining read - fast paced, captivating and at times even heart pounding. But at the same time, it lacks depth and fails to engage the reader on a more emotional level. At least that's how I felt while reading it. The character development is minimal, which isn't really surprising considering the fact that the book is less than 300 pages long and we have fourteen characters who all play a role in the story. Plus, it obviously isn't a character driven story to begin with. But I wanted to at least be able to get to know the lead character a bit. A lot happens on the pages of Monument 14, the plot races along at a break-neck speed, people are forced to think and react fast, they need to make decisions and then take actions. And they do all that, but we don't really get to see the reasoning behind their decisions, which makes some of these decisions very hard to understand and accept. That's especially true when it comes to Dean (the lead character), who often comes across as not very bright, creepy or selfish. I found it impossible to connect with him (or any other of the characters for that matter), and the only person I actually grew attached to was Niko. 

     I thought the plot was pretty good, too, though I'll admit that some aspect of it made me either laugh or raise my eyebrows. For instance, I really liked the idea of the toxic gas affecting people with different blood types in different ways. What made me chuckle a bit, was the way it affected people with Type B. Out of all the ways the poisonous fume could affect them, the author chose to go with failure of reproductive organs. I mean, really? I know that to a teenage boy not being able to "get it up" is a situation just as horrible (or worse) as blistering and turning into a jelly on the inside, but still.. I thought that was pretty funny. And then there were other things - things like how the kids in the supermarket reacted to people on the outside when they came asking for help - that just didn't make sense to me. Overall, though, I thought that Emmy Laybourne did a good enough job of capturing the fear and desperation of the situation. 

     Monument 14 is not the best of its kind, but it's definitely not the worst either. It's a good book, with an entertaining plot line and terrifying premise. As long as you don't go into it expecting a life-changing experience, you should have plenty of fun with it!



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Saturday, May 25, 2013

Welcome Team Bookish!

A little over a week ago I have posted an add here, on Bookish, that I am looking to partner up with some awesome reviewers and book enthusiasts out there to make the blog even more interesting and engaging. The response I received was beyond amazing. I was blown away by the number of emails that poured into my mailbox (THANK YOU so much to everyone who got in touch!). After looking at all the applications, reading through hundreds of reviews, etc, I have chosen 7 people who will from now be contributing to Bookish. Some will be reviewing more often than others, some might even become permanent blog partners.. We'll see how it goes! Expect to see lots and lots of awesomeness, for these are the best of the best that applied! :) 

Without further ado, I introduce you to TEAM BOOKISH! 


My name is Sara and I am a single mother from Southern California. I am a huge fan of Young Adult books and love anything with a love story. I am a cupcake lover and Disneyland addict. I am also Eiffel Tower obsessed. I am a booknerd. Reading is like breathing. I can't survive without it. I am so excited to be a part of Team Bookish.


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Hi!

I'm Tiffany and I am a bookaholic... I know this isn't that kind of a meeting but it's talk about me time so I thought we would start there! I have been reading for as long as I can remember and blogging for over a year now. I run Escaping... One Book @ a Time but when I saw Evie (who is the best btw) wanted reviewers on her blog I just couldn't pass that up!! I'm excited to be a part of such an awesome team and to be a part of Bookish!! The reviews you see from me will be a bit of everything and am darn happy about that. I would like to tell you that I stick to one kind of book but I don't, I am diverse when it comes to my reading tastes. Well that should just about do it. Nice meeting you all and I look forward to seeing you around the blog!!

Tiffany

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I'm a native Ohioan who would live in Cinderella Castle if it were possible. I kid you not.

I wasn't always an avid reader. It all began when my grandfather bought me Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire for Christmas. I know, Harry Potter got me reading, how cliche - but it's true.

I'm not a genre snob, though fantasy/paranormal are my favorite; however, when it really comes down to the nitty-gritty, it’s the story synopsis that has to hook me, not the genre of writing.

I've been writing reviews since October 2012 and I love it. My reviews are honest, unbiased, and fair – I will never slate the author personally or give a totally negative review. Writing is hard, I know. At the same time, I have a huge sense of humor, which occasionally tends to lean on the side of sarcastic, and bleeds into my reviews. I'm not writing for the New York Times, no reason I can't entertain myself and you at the same time.

I am currently running my own blog, Beauty but a Funny Girl. Feel free to click on over there to read some of my older reviews and poke around. You can also find me on Twitter and Goodreads.

When I'm not reading or writing, I enjoy working out and practice a mix of cardio, strength training, and yoga/pilates. I am also a lover of Broadway productions and anything Disney. And thanks to the English teacher in me I also do things like listen to music; hang out with Shakespeare; act out heated arguments, conspiracies, and romances; solve mysteries; debate; convince; question; inspire; ignite and E X P L O D E.

~ Andrea @ Beauty but a Funny Girl


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My name is Stephanie Kaye and I come from the beautiful city of Chicago. I am an avid reader and an aspiring writer. I would absolutely LOVE to be a published author one day and I have so many ideas to write about but I'm always looking for more ideas. I just graduated College with a major in English and a minor in Writing. My boyfriend surprised me with the cutest puppy in the world! Her name is Sophie and she is a husky. I love her to death. When I am not reading or writing I will probably be at the bar shooting some darts and watching my favorite teams (Blackhawks, Bears, and White Sox) with a beer in my hand. My top 3 favorite books are: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Giver by Lois Lowry, and Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen. They're classics and for good reason. I think that everyone should read them at least once in their lifetime. I read anything YA or NA and as long as it appeals to me. My genre taste is very eclectic but my heart will always love the paranormal genre. Especially vampires! But I love pretty much anything paranormal.I have a personal book blog called In Wonderland and I am also a part of a collaborative book blog called The Raven Readers. I have so much fun getting to know other bloggers and becoming friends, so don't hesitate to shoot me an email or a tweet, I'd love getting to know you too! I am so happy that Evie chose me to help out on her blog and I promise I won't let her down or you (her readers) down either! I promise to do the best that I can and I can only hope that you like me and my reviews as much as Evie and her amazing self!


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Hey, y’all! My name’s Jessica. I’m 17, just finishing up my junior year of high school, and hopelessly addicted to book boys who make me swoon. I run my own blog over at Just a Booklover because I, um…yeah. I love books. All books.Including indie books.Which is why I’m here! I am so pumped to be the Indie Enthusiast. Seriously, enthusiasm is, like, my THING. Especially when books are involved. So, yay! 

This is the part where I kind of want to be like “Nancy Straight is fantastic!” or “PriyaKanaparti is my girl!” so that I can go on to tell all about the indie authors I adore/am friends with/ have spoken with/stalk via the interwebz. But then I’d no doubt forget somebody and feel bad. So instead, I’m going to do something totally different that has nothing at all to do with anything I just mentioned. 

Because I like randomness. It’s so much fun! 

I enjoy making tens lists. Notice: I say TENS lists. Not TOP TENS lists. Well, I like those, too. But that’s beside the point. Right now, I’m going to make a TEN (as in not Top Ten) list of random facts about me. Because I feel like that’ll be fun. These facts may or may not be book related. They’ll pretty much be whatever pops into my head right now, because as I said—randomness? Is so awesome. 

Okay? OKAY. 

1. I am Victoria Scott’s super fan. I also like to find random reasons to bring it up without sounding obnoxious on a regular basis. (If you don’t know who Victoria Scott is…well, then. GO HOME.) (I was totally kidding. Google her or something. She wrote this fantastic book called The Collector. The main character is a demon and he’s way hot.) 

2. The first book to ever make me cry (that I can remember, anyway) was The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. I just remember reading the end—Johnny’s letter—and thinking about how Dally would never get to see that darn sunset. And then we had Johnny saying “Tell Dally, tell Dally” and I’m just like “BUT THAT’S NOT POSSIBLE, WHY WOULD YOU TORTURE ME LIKE THIS?!?!?!” So. Yeah. (Dally was my favorite character in that book, with Sodapop at a close second. Just saying.) 

3. I never write anything outside of school without music playing. Seriously. Blog posts, English essays, you name it, I’m listening. Even right now. I am currently listening to The Killers. Taking a break from The Cup Song, which has become my newest music obsession, and not because of the cups. I just know all the words. So pretty. 

4. Ever since I read The Hunger Games trilogy, I have had a weird obsession with the word “always.” I scribble it randomly everywhere for no good reason. And THEN, Panic! atthe Disco decided to write a song that not only repeats the word about a GAGILLION times, but is also the title, too. So, yeah. That word is sticking with me. Always. Oh, Peeta. 

5. Whenever I listen to music (i.e. NOW), I always feel the need to sing along. And I do not have a particularly amazing singing voice. It’s not particularly terrible, either, though. But still. Yeah, I’m rocking Spaceman right now. Don’t judge. 

6. I have a tendency to whine about how I’m not a “people” person, but it is sooooo not true. I’m actually very good with people. And a majority of them aren’t that bad. I like to think of everyone as a friend until they give me a reason not to. 

7. I am the worst liar you will ever meet. I just can’t pull it off. I’m more about giving crafty answers that are truthful than plain lies. Which is good, because I hate lying. Then again, who doesn’t? 

8. There’s a book character named after me in Nancy Straight’s TOUCHED series. My character doesn’t come in until book 3—Centaur Rivalry—but she’s still there. And that officially makes the Daniel in that series MINE. Which I lovelovelove. 

9. I say I love tens lists, but then I go to make them and I always want to say way more than ten things. Wah. Then I have to pick and choose the randomness to unleash on you all. Almost takes away from the experience, if you ask me. (Then again, if you had a choice, you probably wouldn’t. Ask me, that is.) 

10. I tend to spaz. Like back with the Outsiders thing. When I’m reading, I respond. Goodness, you should have seen me reading The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken. It’s my favorite book EVER now, but let me tell you, that book? It made me crrrrrry. Still does, when I read the ending. Don’t get me wrong, though. The book is amazing and you should read it (hence, my favorite book EVER). I also tend to laugh a lot. And giggle. And, in the right company, talk my face off. Mhm. Yeah. Go, me! 

There are at least five more things floating around in my head for that list, but I said I’d make it a TEN list and gosh darn it, I am keeping my word! 

Plus, I’m lazy. Sad, but true. 

So, that’s it. You learned at least ten random things about me right now. I believe that is progress. 

Oh, and books. I feel like I should say this—if it makes me swoon, I want to read it. Okay? Okay. 

We’re going to have fun, y’all. I can feel it already. ;) 

♥Jessica(:

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Hello book lovers! I’m Emily and I’m a new reviewer here. I’m a teenaged homeschooler, and I’ve always had a passion for books ever since I read the Harry Potter series. My mom read my brothers and I the first three books, but then said that if I wanted to know what happens in the rest of the books, I would have to read them by myself, because they would be too scary for my brothers. So I read the books. That was over 8 years ago. Harry Potter got me started on reading, and I haven’t stopped since. I’ve read books most of my life, but I’ve only been reviewing them for about a year and a half. Reviewing books makes you look at them a whole different way because you have to pay attention and look for certain qualities. It’s a challenge to put into writing all your thoughts but, in the end, it pays off.

Okay, enough about books. About me. Like I said, I’m Emily. I have many passions, one of them being soccer. I have played soccer for about 5 years (I play attacking center mid for you soccer players out there). I also enjoy running (actually, that’s a lie – partly. I run to get in shape for soccer) and watching movies. I’m obsessed with Marvel movies (for some reason superheroes are just really interesting to watch ;P ) and the Hunger Games. When I’m not reading I’m either on my phone, practicing for soccer, or watching a movie.

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I am a full time accountant but my true passion in life is reading and writing. I review books for several different book blog tours and I'm also the co-owner of a website I am very proud of called Life Love and Music.I can usually be found reading into the wee hours of the morning even when I am supposed to be up in a few hours for work. I enjoy all different genres of books but I will always look at Chick lit first.


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