Summer is now finally over here in the UK and autumn has definitely begun – it’s been cold, windy and rainy – although it’s a sunny day today. September was an ok month. I did have two bursts of excitement. The first was my acceptance into university to study a Zoology degree. I will be studying part-time and it will take me 4-6 years depending how many modules I decide to take each semester. It’s been pretty nerve wracking but also exciting.
The other bit of excitement I had was my Kindle!! I bought the new Kindle3 and it took 20 loooooong days to arrive – but it was worth it. I didn’t think I would ever get an ereader but I really like it and it hasn’t stopped me reading paper books either, to have both options is great.
Kindle3 in it’s box!
Now in its lovely hot pink case!
Close up of hot pink case!
I have been reading for my up coming event ALL HALLOWS EVE but due to university and other bits and bobs didn’t get as many books read as I would like, but it was certainly an improvement on Augusts dire month. ALL HALLOWS EVE begins tomorrow, so don’t miss it – I’m hoping it will be lots of fun!
Total Books Read/Reviewed:
- Dying in the Wool by Frances Brody
- Laid Bare by Lauren Dane
- Derik’s Bane by MaryJanice Davidson
- Blood & Ice by Robert Masello
- Wicked Appetite by Janet Evanovich
- Cursed by David Wellington
- Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion
- Soulless by Gail Carriger
- Beware by Richard Laymon
- Tsunami Blue by Gayle Ann Williams (Laura)
- Water Bound by Christine Feehan (Laura)
- Magic in the Blood by Devon Monk (Laura)
- Warrior by Zoe Archer (Laura)
- My Name is Memory by Ann Brashares (Laura)
- The Crown Conspiracy by Michael J. Sullivan (Guest Review – TJ)
- The Rising by Brian Keene (Guest Dare – Leontine)
Favourite book read in September: Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion – I will be reviewing this for my upcoming All Hallows Eve event.
Author Interviews/Guest Posts: 3
- Frances Brody – Interview
- Rebecca York – Guest Post
• ‘Where Stories Are Made‘ – a great month full of wonderful guests:
Cover Art revealed at Book Chick City during September in my ‘Cover Crush’ feature:
- Everdark by Elle Jasper
- Nightfall by Ellen Connor
- Archangel’s Consort by Nalini Singh
Reading Challenges 2010 – Progress Report:
Reading Challenges hosted by BCC:
• Suspense & Thriller Challenge: 2 Read, 10/12 to go
• Speculative Fiction Challenge: 24 Read 0/24 to go – COMPLETED
• The Anita Blake Challenge: 0 Read, 19/19 to go
• 2010 Summer Romance Challenge: 6 Read 10/16 to go
Other Challenges:
• 100+ Reading Challenge: 60 Read, 40/100 to go
• Young Adult Reading Challenge: 20 Read, 5/25 to go
• 1st in a Series Challenge: 20 Read, 0/20 to go – COMPLETED
To view challenge in detail go HERE
So how was your month of September?
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OMG!! Kindle!! *swoon*
I seriously want one too but sadly it cannot be shipped to my country. I really hope that it will pretty soon.
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I still haven't decided if I actually want an e-reader. I love the feel of real books in my hands.
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Shy – I know! I'm very excited about my Kindle!
Sorry you can't get one where you are – fingers crossed they sort that out soon!
SusanneWrites – I didn't think I would want one for the same reason, as I love my books, but having both gives me options and I really like my Kindle
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I love the hot pink cover on your kindle!
I also thinks it's a very cool & gutsy thing to go and study Zoology
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Ooh, I'm glad you're pleased with your Kindle! I love mine too – and your cover is fantastic. I've been using one I crocheted to keep it safe.
Warm Bodies was just fantastic wasn't it? I'm nearly finished and I love it!
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Seeing your end of September post made me realize the month is ending! How did that happen?! Looks like you had a great week of reading, and adding a Kindle is a bonus bit of fun!
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wow!! it;s Kindle!!! Wish I could own one myself…=)
My blog post is discussing about books vs ebooks… I hope you can come around and drop your opinion there.
http://coffeecrackers.blogspot.....books.html
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I got the hot pink cover, too! Isn't it just LOVE!
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Very cute case
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I have Kindle envy Carolyn. Your Kindle is newer and your cover is prettier. *sigh*
Thanks for participating in the blogger roundtable on DSB. I really enjoyed hearing your thoughts on this one.
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How exciting, you getting accepted in the Zoology program!!! And congrats on your Kindle 3. Isn't it a beaut? I'm grabbing your Hallows Eve button and putting it on my sidebar
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Congrats! Gorgeous case!
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I hope you're loving your Kindle as much as I am! I didn't go for the leather case and so I am still waiting for the case to arrive! (Most people had it the other way around… getting the case and having to wait for the Kindle!).
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Wonderful month for you. And congrats on the Kindle!
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Great month, enjoy your Kindle!
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