Book Chick City: New Blogs on the Block: Fiction Vixen

New Blogs on the Block: Fiction Vixen

Saturday, November 28, 2009 | Posted by Book Chick City |

1. When and why did you start blogging?

I've been blogging for years on various other topics. Although I've lurked around (sounds so diabolical doesn't it?) in the bookish community for some time, I only decided to start blogging about my minor obsession in August. I suppose I never really thought anyone would be interested in anything I had to say and I still wonder about that. But, I've had a great time socializing with those that share my love of books so I just do my thing and enjoy.

2. Tell us a little about your blog?

FictionVixen.com is still in it's infancy and I've changed my mind many times as to the direction I want to take it. I do know that I want to focus on book reviews and commentary on my favorite genres. I've just held my first giveaway and I look forward see where things go in the future.

FV's Tech! Hey, that's me! ;)

3. Are there any features on your blog you would like to highlight?

Since my blog is still so new, I haven't come up with anything totally unique to FictionVixen.com. Hopefully in the future as time permits I'll come up with something but for now, I'm focusing on book reviews.

4. What's been the high point of blogging so far?

I have to say I've been overwhelmed with the overall warmth of this online community. I love it that my fellow bloggers take the time to visit regularly and leave meaningful positive comments on my posts. I've learned a great deal in a short amount of time from bloggers like yourself and I'm excited to be a part of this community. I've recently started receiving requests from publishers and authors for reviews and I have to say, it's great honor.

5. Tell us a little bit about yourself.

I am wife to my British husband (I'm American), and mom to three active girls. Until recently I worked from home creating digital scrapbook designs and graphics for blog design. I'm always in need of a creative outlet so I'm looking forward to whatever is next.

FV Reading

6. What's your favourite book of all time?

That is a very hard question for me since I've been known to be quite fickle when it comes to books. I tend to fall in love with a series as opposed to a specific book. I suppose if I had to pick one it would be Outlander by Diana Gabaldon. I absolutely could not put it down. I feel like Claire and Jamie are old friends. If I were going to pick a series it would be the Fever Series by Karen Marie Moning.

7. Who are your favourite authors?

Karen Marie Moning, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Kresley Cole, J.R. Ward... really, I think there are too many that I love to name them all here.

8. How many books are on your tbr list right now?

That really depends on what you consider a TBR list to be. If you mean books I actually own but have not read, then at last count about 40ish and growing. If you mean books that I have on my list that I intend to read sometime before I die... well, that's a much different story. Check my GoodReads.com shelf for a sampling of that list. :)

FV's Favourite Reads

9. Where do you see your blog in a year from now?

To be honest I haven't really thought that far in the future. I've been hard at work trying to create a blog that is esthetically pleasing to the eye, easy to navigate and entertaining. I hope to beef up the content as I go and the main focus is and always will be simply to create a base for sharing my love of reading with my peers.

Blog | Twitter | GoodReads | Facebook

Thanks FV!

Labels: New Blogs on the Block

17 comments:

Kindle Vixen said...: ooooh... British husband?!?! Do you have him call you kitten on occassion?? I would.... pretend he was Bones. yum. I am a sucker for English accents.; 28 November 2009 06:49
Marissa said...: I love Fiction Vixen's blog and her tweets on Twitter... Great interview!; 28 November 2009 10:27
gapyeargirl123 said...: I really enjoy reading FVs blog, it was nice to learn more about her in this post.; 28 November 2009 12:42
SusiSunshine said...: I love her blog and her tweets!
She always steals a smile from me.
Love this new feature!; 28 November 2009 13:41
The Book Vixen said...: What a great blogger interview. I'm glad we finally got a sneak peak at the vixen behind the blog.; 28 November 2009 15:23
Fiction Vixen said...: Kindle Vixen--You just made me burst out laughing!!! You know, I never even thought of that lol. Hubby and I have been together so long I don't even hear his accent anymore. I'll have to ask him to say "Hallo Kitten" and see what it does for me hehe.

Marissa, gayeargirl123, SusiSunshine, and Book Vixen, you all are so sweet. I love "hanging out" with you all. Who knew book worms could be so fun?; 28 November 2009 15:49
Book Chick City said...: I can promise you (or shatter your elusion) that British men do not say "Hello Kitten" LMAO! :D; 28 November 2009 15:51
Fiction Vixen said...: BCC, they do if their name is Bones. (He's a character from Jeaniene Frost's Night Huntress series) We love Bones BCC. :); 28 November 2009 15:57
Book Chick City said...: Hehe, think I should read this Bone's & Cat series :); 28 November 2009 16:05
Katy said...: Oh how fun! :) Diana Gabaldon is on my favorites shelf too.; 28 November 2009 16:20
kay - Infinite Shelf said...: Great interview! Another great blog to add to my list, thanks! :D; 28 November 2009 16:38
Kindle Vixen said...: BCC - you must read the series, and then get all the hot sexy british men to call you kitten. *drool*; 28 November 2009 17:13
Larissa said...: nice, i love FV's blog and her tweets =)))

lova me some british accent too hehe

xoxo; 28 November 2009 17:31
The Queen B said...: I love you FV! ::sobs:: I'm your biggest fan.... ;)
You always make me smile.
Smooches; 28 November 2009 19:50
Donna [Fantasy Dreamer's Ramblings] said...: I enjoy going over to Fiction Vixen's place. She always has a unique way of expressing herself. I like that!; 28 November 2009 20:30
Fiction Vixen said...: **Blush** You all are so nice! Gotta tell ya, this book bloggin' community is awesome! Feelin' the love. :); 28 November 2009 20:55
Alexia561 said...: Recently discovered FV's blog and tweets and agree that she is awesome! Great interview BCC! Love this feature, as I'm sure you'll introduce us to great new blogs!; 30 November 2009 02:37