Monday Memes

CMash April 11, 2011 12 Comments

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:

If you’re a mood reader, what (genre) do your moods usually call you to read?

My answer:
From my HS days, I was always drawn to romance/suspense books, which I can say I read for quite a while. Then my reading took a turn to strictly mystery/suspense and if there was a bit of romance, that was a bonus. And today, I have branched out even more, whereas my first draws are still mystery/suspense, but am also enjoying romantic suspense, chick lit, contemporary romance, and even a few true life stories in the way of bios and/or memoirs. I do know, however, that I am still not ready for PNR and/or UF.

Ironically, I recently modified my “review policy” because I was reading books as I received them. After a year of this schedule, I found that I was not enjoying the “reading for pleasure” process. I felt that I was reading like a robot. Now, I still have a separate “requested review” shelf in my bookcase, and choose the next book to read depending on my mood and have found that I am reading more each month and back to why I read….for pleasure, enjoyment and entertainment.

April is being hosted by Amy from Passages to the Past
Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of A girl and her books and is now on tour.

According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”
Buddy Book Blogger Swap Kindle Download

From Julie (Reading Without Restraint)

Monday Memes

CMash April 4, 2011 16 Comments

Before I get to today’s memes, I have a special message on this very special day to a special person in my life, my husband. Happy 30th Anniversary!!! It doesn’t seem possible that we have been married for 30 years. We are fortunate that we have 2 very successful, handsome, caring, wonderful sons. We have been through good times and bad, but made it through, due to our love and respect for each other. I would do it all over again. Looking forward to the next 30. I love you!!!!

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:
When you were little did other children tease you about your reading habits?
My answer:
Oh so many years ago, but as I recall, I really don’t think so. Back then, though, it was mandatory that we were given a summer reading list with a number of books that had to be read and reports written. I remember how some of the kids absolutely hated the assignment, whereas, I couldn’t wait to see what books were on the list to choose from. I was the kid who was at the library getting books the first day of summer vacation. I also remember my summer reading spot, which was under a huge tree in our backyard, the perfect spot on hot days.

April is being hosted by Amy from Passages to the Past

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of A girl and her books and is now on tour.
According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”
Before sharing my mailbox, I want to thank Amy for being so kind to host one of my favorite memes. I look forward to stopping by every Monday. Thank you Amy.

For Review

ARC- St. Martin’s Press

Personal Kindle Downloads

(for hubby-maybe he will

read on vacation)

Monday Memes

CMash April 4, 2011 16 Comments

Before I get to today’s memes, I have a special message on this very special day to a special person in my life, my husband. Happy 30th Anniversary!!! It doesn’t seem possible that we have been married for 30 years. We are fortunate that we have 2 very successful, handsome, caring, wonderful sons. We have been through good times and bad, but made it through, due to our love and respect for each other. I would do it all over again. Looking forward to the next 30. I love you!!!!

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:
When you were little did other children tease you about your reading habits?
My answer:
Oh so many years ago, but as I recall, I really don’t think so. Back then, though, it was mandatory that we were given a summer reading list with a number of books that had to be read and reports written. I remember how some of the kids absolutely hated the assignment, whereas, I couldn’t wait to see what books were on the list to choose from. I was the kid who was at the library getting books the first day of summer vacation. I also remember my summer reading spot, which was under a huge tree in our backyard, the perfect spot on hot days.

April is being hosted by Amy from Passages to the Past

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of A girl and her books and is now on tour.
According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”
Before sharing my mailbox, I want to thank Amy for being so kind to host one of my favorite memes. I look forward to stopping by every Monday. Thank you Amy.

For Review

ARC- St. Martin’s Press

Personal Kindle Downloads

(for hubby-maybe he will

read on vacation)

Monday Memes

CMash March 28, 2011 21 Comments

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:

Do you read books while you…
…eat? … bathe?… watch movies or tv?… listen to music?… While you’re on the computer?
My answer:
Yes to some of the above. During the day when hubby is working, I will read while eating but not at supper, that has always been “family time” at our house. I will also read if the TV and/or Music is on but the volume has to be very low not to distract me but loud enough to hear if there is some type of Breaking News that I may be interested in. I’m not very good at multi-tasking so can’t imagine reading while doing the other activities.

March is being hosted by Laura from I’m Booking It

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of A girl and her books and is now on tour.

According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”
From Doubleday

AND

I finally had enough GC to purchase a Kindle!!! WooHoo

Monday Memes

CMash March 28, 2011 21 Comments

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:

Do you read books while you…
…eat? … bathe?… watch movies or tv?… listen to music?… While you’re on the computer?
My answer:
Yes to some of the above. During the day when hubby is working, I will read while eating but not at supper, that has always been “family time” at our house. I will also read if the TV and/or Music is on but the volume has to be very low not to distract me but loud enough to hear if there is some type of Breaking News that I may be interested in. I’m not very good at multi-tasking so can’t imagine reading while doing the other activities.

March is being hosted by Laura from I’m Booking It

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of A girl and her books and is now on tour.

According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”
From Doubleday

AND

I finally had enough GC to purchase a Kindle!!! WooHoo

Monday Memes

Monday

CMash March 21, 2011 6 Comments

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:

Will update once question is posted

My answer:

March is being hosted by Laura from I’m Booking It

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of The Printed Page and is now on tour.

According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”

FOR REVIEW WON

THE STORY PLANT SILVER’S REVIEWS

Monday Memes

Monday

CMash March 21, 2011 6 Comments

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:

Will update once question is posted

My answer:

March is being hosted by Laura from I’m Booking It

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of The Printed Page and is now on tour.

According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”

FOR REVIEW WON

THE STORY PLANT SILVER’S REVIEWS

Monday Memes

CMash March 14, 2011 10 Comments

Hosted by Miz B at Should Be Reading

This week’s question:

Do you have a favorite children’s book? Either one that you loved as a child, or one that you discovered later, and still enjoy? Tell us about it!

My answer:

I remember getting so excited when the monthly Scholastic Pamphlet would be passed out at the end of a school day to see what new Curious George books were available and which ones my parents would allow me to get.

March is being hosted by Laura from I’m Booking It

Mailbox Monday was created by Marcia of The Printed Page and is now on tour.

According to Marcia, “Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came into their house last week. Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.”
ARC-LT Doubleday