This wrap-up is going to be quick, because every word I write here is one that doesn't contribute to my NaNoWriMo word count. Plus, the books I did have time to read this month were in a word: disappointing. I did however, find the time to write a couple of posts outside of book reviews … Continue reading 2018 Wrap-Up | November
Month: November 2018
Book Review + Audiobook Review: Bricked In
Bricked In (Audiobook) Max Wannow I did not finish this book, for reasons I've laid out below. This is a non-spoiler book review, so if you are interested in checking out the book yourself, you can read my thoughts without worry. Synopsis: Bricked In is a disgusting glimmer of self-recognition. For many, happiness is found in … Continue reading Book Review + Audiobook Review: Bricked In
NaNoWriMo 2018 | Week 3 Update
Some quick thoughts about Week 3 of November coming to an end: YIKES! Am I dreaming? Am I having a nightmare? When was the last time I washed my hair? Is that REALLY my word count? Fuck! Keep reading if you'd like to know my more complete and formulated thoughts about November (and NaNoWriMo) being … Continue reading NaNoWriMo 2018 | Week 3 Update
Book Review: Gazelle in the Shadows
Gazelle in the Shadows Michelle Peach Synopsis: In the mid 90s, Elizabeth Booth is a young British college student studying Arabic at Durham University. With some travel and work already under her belt, she excels at her studies and is sent to Damascus to immerse herself in the language. Taken aback by the generosity and … Continue reading Book Review: Gazelle in the Shadows
NaNoWriMo 2018 | Week 2 Update
November is now over halfway done, thus, we reached the halfway point for NaNoWriMo this past week. I am currently a bit behind on my word count, but after I'm done with this post I'm going to get some more writing in before the day is done; in other words, I have the time to … Continue reading NaNoWriMo 2018 | Week 2 Update
[Top Ten] Bookish Items I Would Like To Own
That Artsy Reader Girl hosts Top Ten Tuesday, a weekly themed blogging meme for book lovers. This week, the theme is "Bookish Items/Merchandise I’d Like to Own", so I've selected ten items from my reasonable and extravagant wish lists and have written them below. 1. Elsa Peretti® Heart Bookmark from Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Co. has … Continue reading [Top Ten] Bookish Items I Would Like To Own