Well, I made it through (basically) the entire read-a-thon! The trouble began around 7:20 a.m., with just 40 minutes left to go. I'd finished my quick YA read, and I had no idea what else to start next...I didn't want to start anything I couldn't finish, but that seemed impossible. Eventually, for no apparent reason, I got The Elegance of the ( Read more... )

At the risk of sounding horribly braggy (apologies in advance!) or tempting fate, I just have to say: the internet freaking loves me right now! A couple of days ago, I found out that I won the fabulous giveaway at Giraffe Days: $30 in books of my choice from The Book Depository! I have requested Pegasus by Robin McKinley, StarCrossed by Elizabeth C ( Read more... )

I went to my public library's semi-annual book sale today, and it was awesome! I am now poorer by $33, but richer by the following 14 books:


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I finished 1776 tonight! I'll probably post the review tomorrow, because I am dead tired and don't particularly feel like re-living the book at the moment. But for now, I'll just revel in the fact that I'm DONE! The fluffy books are calling to me....

Also, thanks to everyone who friended me on LT! :)