Featured Blogger: Naomi from Boys in Books are just Better

Today please welcome Naomi, who blogs at Boys in Books are just Better.

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What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

I love losing myself in a book and one way of doing that is falling in love with all of the characters, including the main love interest. ;)

How long have you been blogging?

I have had a facebook page for a little over a year, but only recently started a book blog on blogspot to to be able to do longer reviews, rants, summaries and just get a lot more people to see my material.

Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?

My blog doesn't only do reviews, but also rants, my own personal summaries, book recommendations, and people can recommend books to me at any time. 

What genres do you write about most, and why?

I love paranormal romance mostly, because when I read normal romance books I tend to get bored. Also, my favorite author, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and my sister have gotten me into the genre and I just can't seem to get out of it. Not that I would want to. 

Every blogger feels pressure at some point. What's something you feel pressured to do or not do on your blog? How do you deal with it?

Because I only started my blog recently, I tend to not get a lot of feedback. With that in general, I get really discouraged sometimes and don't feel like posting if I know no one is going to read it. But after I get over myself, I realize that only I can make people see my material. 

What's one book you think everyone should read?

My two favorite series, that I think everyone who loves paranormal romance should read is the Lux series by Jennifer L. Armentrout and the Shatter Me trilogy by Tahereh Mafi. 

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

It depends. If it's a library book or you're borrowing it from a friend, I think it is an obvious no. But if you own the book and feel like writing something down in the book, go ahead. No one should tell people what to do with a book that they own. 

What's your favorite place to read or blog?

My favorite place to read would be at home or outside somewhere peaceful. Also, my favorite place to blog would be whenever and where ever I get time. 

Is Amazon.com the evil empire? Discuss.

Amazon is Amazon. If people want to use it go ahead. 

What have you learned from other bloggers or your readers?

When I go onto other blogs, I get inspiration to keep on doing what I'm doing and eventually I'll get up there. Other blogs have taught me patience. 

Do you judge a book by its cover, or its lover?

Yes and no. If I'm just going around my hometown library I normally look at the covers to see what looks interesting, but if I'm looking for a specific book the cover could be poop brown and I could care less. 

One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?

One series that I never seemed to get into was the I am Number Four series. My sister is obsessed with it and I just never saw the interest in it. 

What's one book that intimidates you?

The Percy Jackson series. I liked the idea of it, but the length of the series made me never want to start for fear of never finishing it or being stuck in the series for months. 

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

I love watching T.V. shows and movies at home with my sister and decorating my small mother in law sweet that we live in at our parents house. 

What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

Percy Jackson series. The only reason I know that is, because my sister has read every single book and made me watch the sad excuse of a movie. 

What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

A serial reader

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Thank you for joining us today, Naomi! 

Remember to check out Naomi's blog, Boys in Books are just Better, 

and leave a comment or question.

Featuring Angelica from Paperback Princess!

Today please welcome Angelica, who blogs about young adult novels and chick lit at Paperback Princess.

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What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

I've been told that I'm a bit high-maintenance and princess-y and because I am always with a book whether it's on my phone, ereader or a printed copy, they thought it'd be perfect....I had a shortlist then enlisted my Facebook friends to help me choose which was the best. 

What genres do you write about most, and why?

I cannot articulate enough how much I love the YA-genre. Prior to Twilight it was hard pressed to find fantastic YA novels but since then our shelves have been bombarded with GREAT YA Authors and stories and I love, love, love it!

In YA there are no rules, it doesn't have to be realistic, the characters do not have to be mature, they can be sullen but still great, they can be bratty but still emerge at the end as a hero, I think that's what I love about YA, no rules.

Every blogger feels pressure at some point. What's something you feel pressured to do or not do on your blog? How do you deal with it?

Definitely keeping up with the Joneses so to speak.

There are so many fantastic blogs out there who have fabulous content and seems to be reviewing all the soon to be released popular books and I sometimes get caught up in the whirlwind on trying to keep up.

The best way to deal with this pressure is to be true to yourself. Be reasonable with your personal expectation of yourself and your blog.

Being organised also helps. I got a Blog Planner which helps me see what posts are scheduled for which days, so if I do a review I can see the best spot to slot it in.

You don't need to beat the best, you only need to be the best you can be. 

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

Definitely not. I only excuse this for Author Signing. 

What's your favorite place to read or blog?

I'd love to say this:

but unfortunately I am not that lucky. I read where I can, the bus, the train, my study, in bed, at stoplights...ok I'm kidding about the last one (kinda). 

Do you judge a book by its cover, or its lover?

I love beautiful covers, I most especially love the covers with beautiful dresses featured on it like The Selection Series by Kiera Cass. 

To DNF or not to DNF?

I used to persevere when reading a book, but since becoming a book blogger I have changed my stance on this.

I now DNF as there are just so many fantastic books out there that I don't want to waste my time forcing myself to read ones I can't get into when I can spend that time reading another book that won't be so torturous to read. 

If you could go to any literary destination, where would you go?

Definitely Warner Bros London so I can see the Harry Potter Studio. I'd love to taste a Butterbeer and shop at Diagon Alley. 

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

Shopping, makeup, scrapbooking watching movies and TV series' and spending time with my loved ones. 

What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

Whilst I'd love to see my fave books on the big screen, most often than not it's really disappointing as the movie doesn't capture the story as well as the book, but one exception was the Harry Potter series.

I also enjoyed watching The Hunger Games, Vampire Academy, Divergent and City of Bones, but they certainly wasn't anywhere as good as the books. 

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Thank you for joining us today, Angelica! Remember to check out Angelica's blog, Paperback Princess, and leave a comment or question.

Featured Blogger: Darren From Bart's Bookshelf.

Today please welcome Darren, who blogs at Bart's Bookshelf.

What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

I picked up the nickname Bart many years ago, and I liked the alliteration of Bart's Bookshelf.

How long have you been blogging?

I can't quite believe it, but since 2008!

Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?

Well , I'm not sure about unique, but certainly male book-bloggers are in the minority, how different that makes my voice? I don't know...

What genres do you write about most, and why?

Well, it's not a genre, but certainly young adult books make up a large percentage of my reading, but as an actual genre, I'd probably say some form of fantasy or any of its sub-genres.

Every blogger feels pressure at some point. What's something you feel pressured to do or not do on your blog? How do you deal with it?

Honestly, can't say I've ever felt that much pressure, I've always kept the rule that blogging should be fun, and when its not, I step away.

That said, the last couple of years have seen a couple of blogging/reading slumps that have been hard work to get going again.

What's one book you think everyone should read?

Nation by Terry Pratchett

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

Nope!

What's your favorite place to read or blog?

Absolute favourite place? Tucked away in a quiet corner of a hotel bar, in some foreign clime for an hour or two before bed. :) As that unfortunately does't happen very often... Most of my reading is done on the bus.

Do you judge a book by its cover, or its lover?

Bit of both, blogging has brought some fantastic books into my life, but I am also easily seduced by a great cover!

One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?

I just couldn't get into The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield

If you could go to any literary destination, where would you go?

Diagon Alley!

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

I really enjoy trying different craft and real ales, it's definitely quality over quantity these days!

Music is also an important part of my life and I love going to see bands play live, when I can. I also seem to have developed an addiction to vinyl LPs again.

What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

Least favourite, probably The Golden Compass. Favourite: The Lord of the Rings.

What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

The All-Rounder

Your responses showed you fitting equally into all four reading personalities:

Involved Reader: You don't just love to read books, you love to read about books. For you, half the fun of reading is the thrill of the chase - discovering new books and authors, and discussing your finds with others.
Exacting Reader: You love books but you rarely have as much time to read as you'd like - so you're very particular about the books you choose.
Serial Reader: Once you discover a favorite writer you tend to stick with him/her through thick and thin.
Eclectic Reader: You read for entertainment but also to expand your mind. You're open to new ideas and new writers, and are not wedded to a particular genre or limited range of authors.

Thank you for joining us today, Darren ! Remember to check out 's blog, Bart's Bookshelf, and leave a comment or question.

Featuring Zoe of When Zoe Reads

Today please welcome Zoe, who blogs at When Zoe Reads.


What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?
When Zoe Reads doesn't really mean anything because I randomly came up with that name in my mind when I was starting my blog. And my friends keep saying "When Zoe Reads... When Zoe Reads" so I kinda got my book blog name from it.


How long have you been blogging?
A few months and I've got great visitors!


What genres do you write about most, and why?
I usually write Young-Adult genres because it's my favourite genre and most of the book club I joined is based on YA genre.


What's one book you think everyone should read?
Forever Summer by Alyson Noël


Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?
Yes!


What's your favorite place to read or blog?
My bedroom of course!


Do you judge a book by its cover, or its lover?
It's lover mostly... I've never judge a book by its cover!


How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?
Listening to musics or watching movies


What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?
The Twilight Saga series


What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)
Avid reader


Thank you for joining us today, Zoe! It's great to meet you! 

Remember to check out Zoe's blog, When Zoe Reads, and leave a comment or question.

Featuring: Eric of Frodo's Blog of Randomness

Today please welcome Eric, who blogs at Frodo's Blog of Randomness.

What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?
I've been a fan of Lord of the Rings since I was little, back when the movies were still coming out in theaters. I joined a LotR chat and used frodoscompanion as my handle, and when people there shortened it to frodosco it stuck, so that's been my nickname for over a decade. I figured Frodo would be easier to remember.


How long have you been blogging?
I've been blogging since September 2012.


Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?
What I believe makes it unique is a few features that I came up with, my own brand of humor, but mostly that I review any and all genres and age ranges of books.


What genres do you write about most, and why?
Well, I write most about all genres that are within the YA age range, but specifically contemporary, fantasy, dystopian, and horror. I feel like Young Adult authors speak to me in a way that Adult ones never have, and it hasn't mattered what genre specifically, because (generally) their tone and characters are easy to connect with.


Every blogger feels pressure at some point. What's something you feel pressured to do or not do on your blog? How do you deal with it?
For a while I was able to afford to buy most of the new releases that interested me, but I did feel pressured to quickly read and review them so that the posts would be as relevant as possible. However, that is no longer the case, so the pressure is off, unless I receive ARCs, but I'm always happy to review those in whatever window is best for the author.


Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?
I don't personally write in books, and I wouldn't be happy with anyone doing so if I gave them one to borrow, but I don't cringe when I hear people say they do. The only time I write in books is if they are textbooks, and even that is sparingly.


What's your favorite place to read or blog?
As lame as it might sound, my bed is my spot to do both. I don't really have a standard desk, or anything nearing a professional setup, but I do have my laptops and that makes it easy to blog or read via Kindle. My books are always nearby for easy grabbing, or just gazing longingly at the adventures I have yet to experience.


Is Amazon.com the evil empire? Discuss.
Amazon isn't anything close to evil. They are a very successful business that has used it's higher success areas to branch out as much as possible, and I don't think anyone should find fault in that. Do I want them to have a monopoly on what books are sold? No, I don't. However, that is up to other companies and stores, to provide an experience or environment that makes customers willing to spend there, and often times, spend more.


Do you judge a book by its cover, or its lover?
I try not to judge a book by anything but the words on the pages, but I do know that I haven't bought certain ones because of how bad the cover was. If I can't bear to have it on my shelves, I'm certainly not going to buy it. If it is one I was really interested in, though, I'll get it as an eBook and skip that first page.


One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?
Beauty by Rosamund Hodge, and I was not a fan at all.


To DNF or not to DNF?
To DNF sparingly is my best answer. I'll give a book a minimum of 100 pages (longer if the book is quite lengthy) and if I can't stand it then I won't read any more. I know authors put an incredible amount of time and effort into their work, and I want to give them a chance, but there has to be a point where I draw the line, and 100 pages is it for me.


How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?
I have too many hobbies it would seem. I'm really into sports so a lot of my time is devoted to that, plus I blog about that too so I'm writing quite a bit. Video games are another hobby of mine, both playing and watching, and I have a YouTube channel devoted to that. I like to dabble in a lot of things, so I stay busy, but it always comes back to books.


What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?
My favorite has to be Lord of the Rings, they did an amazing job with those movies, and I couldn't have asked for more. My least favorite is easily Eragon, from the Inheritance series, that was one of the worst movies I've seen in general, and it didn't stay true to the books whatsoever.


What are 3 favorite posts or reviews you've read by other book bloggers?
"Stolen Songbird by Danielle L. Jensen" @ Fiction Freak
"Bloggiesta Mini-Challenge: Requesting ARCs" @ Doing Dewey
"How Well Do You Market Yourself & Your Blog?" @ Nose Graze


What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)
The Involved Eclectic


Thank you for joining us today, Eric!
Remember to check out Eric's blog, Frodo's Blog of Randomness, and leave a comment or question For Eric below!!

Featuring Judith from Leeswamme's Blog

Today please welcome Judith, who blogs at Leeswamme's Blog.

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What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

Good question! People ask it all the time.

Leeswammes' Blog... Well, in Dutch, "luiwammes" means "lazy person". I substituted "lees" (read) for "lui" (lazy) and so you get something like "lazy person reading". It doesn't actually mean anything in Dutch. Almost by accident, it became the name of my English-language blog. Not handy, in hindsight!

How long have you been blogging?

I have been blogging for four years. I had no idea about the incredible community and the review copies and all those giveaways. I just started to share my reviews with others.

What's your earliest memory of reading?

It was actually a book that was read to me, age 2 or 3. I knew it by heart so I could "read" it and it looked like I knew what I was doing.

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

Noooooo! No folding corners either, nothing. I make an exception for study books: They should be written in. 

My TBR pile is...

As large as a book case. And that's no lie. I have a separate book case for my TBR. A small one which can just about handle the 100-odd books that my TBR contains. It's a constant struggle to get the pile down. I don't like owning books I haven't read. What's the use of that? :-)

To DNF or not to DNF?

Absolutely DNF! With my TBR, why spend time reading a book that's not much fun? I do give each book at least 100 pages to draw me in, though. And I always write a review, finished or no.

If you could go to any literary destination, where would you go?

I would love to visit the Edinburgh Festival! It's not very, very far away for me, but I hate any kind of queues, and there are long online queues for getting tickets.

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

Funny you should ask! I don't do much that's not related to books. I volunteer in the school library and have my own editing business. Other than that, I like cycling and walking.

What are 3 of your must-read blogs?

• Under My Apple Tree
• 52 Books or Burst
• Book'd Out

What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

The Involved Eclectic

Your responses showed you fitting into two different groups - the involved reader and the eclectic reader.

You don't just love to read books, you love to read about books. For you, half the fun of reading is the thrill of the chase - discovering new books and authors, and discussing your finds with others.

You read for entertainment but also to expand your mind. You're open to new ideas and new writers, and are not wedded to a particular genre or to a limited range of authors.




Thank you for joining us today, Judith! Remember to check out Leeswamme's Blog, and leave a comment or question.

Featuring: Devin of Devin's Reads

Today please welcome Devin, who blogs at Devin's Reads.  Devin is a brand new book blogger, so let's give an extra dose of community cheers!



What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?
Well, my name is Devin and I read. So, Devin Reads!


How long have you been blogging?
I actually just started blogging! I've been wanting to start a blog for a while now and finally decided it was time!


Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?
I'm new to this whole book blogging thing, so I'm kind of learning as I go. I'm not into it to make money or any of that. I'm doing it because I love to read and want to share my thoughts on the books that I read!


What genres do you write about most, and why?
Most of my reviews are YA books. There's not really any particular reason why other than this is generally the main genre of books that I read!


What's your earliest memory of reading?
I remember in 3rd grade when we would have silent reading time for, I think, like 30 minutes a day. We had this "reading couch" that the student of the week and a friend would get to read on. I would try my hardest to suck up to the student of the week just so I could read on that couch!


What was the first book you read over and over, or the book you've reread the most?
The book that I have read the most is The Fault in Our Stars. I can never get tired of that book. Every time I read it, I cry. It is so beautifully written and is just such a wonderful story.


Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?
I don't like writing in my books. However, it doesn't bother me when other people write in theirs. My sister writes in hers to help her better understand parts.


What's your favorite place to read?
I love reading in my bed. I mean, it's a bed.. With lots of pillows.


Do you have any reading accessories you can't do without?
No, not unless you count bookmarks?


Finish the sentence: My bookshelves are...
SO FULL!!!


My TBR pile is...
extremely large.


What's a book that's changed your life?
The Fault in Our Stars. That book is what started my passion for reading again. That book is what taught me that you can't take anything for granted. That book taught me to be grateful for the small things in life.


One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?
I don't really know of any!


To DNF or not to DNF?
I am so okay with DNF a book. There is no need to sit there and struggle through a book you absolute hate or just can't get into!


What's one book that intimidates you?
Game of Thrones. I want to read it SO bad, but it's huge and scary!


How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?
I bake! It's actually a dream of mine to write a cookbook and open a bakery!


What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?
Well since TFIOS isn't out yet, I'm going to go with Divergent. I loved both the movie and the book. I thought the director and the writer did an amazing job with keeping the movie as close as possible to the book!


What are 3 of your must-read blogs?
Bookables


What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)
All-Arounder!


Thank you for joining us today, Devin! It was so awesome getting to know you!

Remember to check out Devin's blog, Devin Reads, and leave a comment or question!

Featuring Brigida Alexandra from Read and Caffeinated

Today please welcome Brigida Alexandra, 

who blogs at Read and Caffeinated.

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What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

The name is 'Read and Caffeinated', because it's about good reads and caffeinated is for a condition I personally see as energized and alive. So it's about to feel alive and the best of yourself by enjoying your reads, and also, a cup of caffeine-contained drink is a perfect addition to that.

How long have you been blogging?

About 4 years.

Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?

Through my blog, I try to change the perspective of booklovers, that they're fun because they love and read books, but they're also more than that. I slip other cool stuffs which could make book lovers enjoy they time while reading books or even to look more fantastic.

Due to my heavy perceptions in reviewing books, I create still life photograph for the book cover for each blogpost since 2 months ago. So, usually bookbloggers only post the book cover, but I create it into still life theme to make it cuter. Feminine design and simple layout creates balance, so books are deemed as not just heavy stuff.

What genres do you write about most, and why?

I love erotica, psychological, history and other novels. I read without limits. Any important message I got from the books, I'd love to review.

What's your earliest memory of reading?

Pasung Jiwa by Okky Madasari, an indonesian novel and it takes quite long time to finish. I cried a lot during reading the book.

What was the first book you read over and over, or the book you've reread the most?

Fifty Shades of Grey.

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

Why not! =)

What's your favorite place to read?

In my bedroom, in a library or a cafe/coffee shop.

Do you have any reading accessories you can't do without?

Bookmark, of course.

Finish the sentence: My bookshelves are...

overcrowded.

My TBR pile is...

hmmph!

What's a book that's changed your life?

Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist

One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?

I love dystopian. 

What's one book that intimidates you?

A book by Indonesian writer, Nayla.

If you could go to any literary destination, where would you go?

Bali for Ubud Writer's Festival.

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

Cooking, writing, watching movie and playing video games.

What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

My fave....Devil Wears Prada

What are 3 of your must-read blogs?

The Readables
Wildly Read
Peri Hutan

What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

The All-Rounder

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Thank you for joining us today, Brigida! 

Remember to check out Brigida's blog, Read and Caffeinated, 

and leave a comment or question.

Featuring April of The Steadfast Reader

Today please welcome April, who blogs at The Steadfast Reader.

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What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

Honestly, this is going to come off as weird. I'd been following a number of blogs on Facebook and I always really enjoyed the content from Jennifer at The Relentless Reader.

When I finally decided to open up shop for myself I had that idea of The [insert adjective here] Reader just stuck in my head so I plugged 'relentless' into a thesaurus and just started looking for words that would have some sort of catchy ring to it - steadfast was the first one that I settled on.

Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?

It's quiet. I post regularly but I don't participate in too many memes. I've yet to wade into the world of giveaways and some of the more flashy stuff that other bloggers do. 

What genres do you write about most, and why?

My favorite genres, when well done, are horror, dystopian, and apocalyptic fiction. I read what I like and subsequently write about it.

That being said I read a little of everything so there are reviews of biographies, literary fiction, YA, and memoirs. I go where the books take me.

What's your earliest memory of reading?

I don't remember ever not having books. It's like I came in to consciousness loving books and loving to read.

As early as second grade I would walk home from school while reading a book, in middle school I would conveniently 'forget' my gym clothes so I would be relegated to walking around the tennis courts, that way I could read while I walked. 

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

Hells to the yes! Though I read so few 'analogue' books anymore that this point is nearly moot.

Related: If I purchase a book as a collectible either because it's a signed first edition, rare, or just signed by an author that I like, I don't even READ that copy. I buy ANOTHER copy to read, the collectible copy goes straight to the shelf.

What's your favorite place to read?

Bed. Bath. Public transit.

Do you have any reading accessories you can't do without?

I've been using a Kindle since its inception. While I moved to the iPad for a period of time, now that I have a Paperwhite I'm back on the Kindle. I don't care if Amazon is taking over the world, I love my Kindle.

Finish the sentence: My bookshelves are...

sagging.

My TBR pile is...

unruly.

One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?

Shakespeare. We just don't get along.

To DNF or not to DNF?

I don't take a hard line on DNF. I try to finish every book that I start but I also believe that there's a time for every book and sometimes it's not on my schedule.

A book has to be really terrible for me to DNF it - most of the time I just wander away from it and come back to it later on.

What's one book that intimidates you?

Zorba the Greek, The Last Temptation of Christ, anything by Faulkner, any history book that has more than one volume... wait, just one? 

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

I used to be a runner. I've tried knitting. I'm sick of movies. I like to eat. I can cook. I will binge watch shows on Netflix. I guess I mostly just waste inordinate amounts of time on the internet. 

What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

Les Miserables in all of its variations. I really disliked the book but all of the movie and stage versions are generally excellent.

What are 3 of your must-read blogs?

A Lovely Bookshelf on the Wall
The Relentless Reader
Words for Worms

What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

The All-Rounder

Your responses showed you fitting equally into all four reading personalities:

Involved Reader: You don't just love to read books, you love to read about books. For you, half the fun of reading is the thrill of the chase - discovering new books and authors, and discussing your finds with others.
Exacting Reader: You love books but you rarely have as much time to read as you'd like - so you're very particular about the books you choose.
Serial Reader: Once you discover a favorite writer you tend to stick with him/her through thick and thin.
Eclectic Reader: You read for entertainment but also to expand your mind. You're open to new ideas and new writers, and are not wedded to a particular genre or limited range of authors.

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Thank you for joining us today, April! Remember to check out April's blog, The Steadfast Reader, and leave a comment or question.

Angelique from Angel Reads

Today please welcome Angelique, who blogs at Angel Reads!



What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

The meaning being Angel Reads the name of my book blog is pretty simple, My names Angel and I post about the books I read. Haha. It not that creative.


How long have you been blogging?

I have been really blogging for about 4 months but i have had my blog going for about 7 months.


Tell us a bit about your book blog. What makes it unique?

I don't really know what makes my blog unique. I just post true reviews about the books I read.


What genres do you write about most, and why?

I post a whole heap of genres, but i think the Supernatural/Dystopia/Fantasy is what I mostly write about. I have always liked these types of books so they are the books that I mostly read.


What's your earliest memory of reading?

My earliest Memory of reading was probably after Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone come out in the movies. I watch the movie and loved it, so my mum brought the book and she read it too me. I think I was about 4 or 5.


What was the first book you read over and over, or the book you've reread the most?

Any of the Harry Potter Books. I love them the most and I just can't stop reading them.


Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

If they are for school then I'm kinda ok with it, but I try my best not to. 


What's your favorite place to read?

My favourite place to read is in my bed under the blankets in the winter especially. I just love cuddling in my blankets. In Summer i love sitting outside on the chairs in the backyard.


Do you have any reading accessories you can't do without?

A Pen and paper or my laptop, so I can write notes how I feel about the book and write quotes that hit me. I love quotes so if I read one that I love I need to write it down.


Finish the sentence: My bookshelves are...

full and I need more.


My TBR pile is...

Big! opps haha. There is just so many good books out or coming out they just keep on bringing so many good books out.


What's a book that's changed your life?

I have said this Series alot but Harry Potter it was my Childhood, I grew up with it.


One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?

hmmm I can't think of any.


What's one book that intimidates you?

The Inheritance Cycle they are just so big and bulky.


If you could go to any literary destination, where would you go?

The Wizardry World of Harry Potter haha. I just love Harry Potter.


How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

I like to draw or paint. I'm not the best but it's fun.


What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

Hmm My favourite Harry Potter or the City of Bones I thought that was done pretty goof. Least favourite Percy Jackson.


What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

All-Rounder!


Thank you for joining us today, Angelique! Remember to check out Angelique's blog, Angel Reads, and leave a comment or question.

Sibella Asher from YA Book Reviews

Today please welcome Sibella Asher, who blogs at YA Book Reviews.

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What's the meaning behind the name of your book blog?

Well I'm going to be honest here. My blog has such a boring name. The reason behind that is, the day I was making my blog, I was not feeling very creative. I just couldn't find it in me to come up with something that is clever or fun. I would change my blog name in a second if I could come up with a name that I actually liked.

How long have you been blogging?

I have been blogging for (As of Semptember 2013) a total of 9 months. 

What genres do you write about most, and why?

My blog focuses on YA books and YA books only. I only review YA books because they are my favorite EVER and they are the genre of books that I read the most.

What's your earliest memory of reading?

My earliest memory of reading is when I was about 6 or 7 years. I was given a Magic Treehouse book. I think that it was Saber-tooth at Sunset by Mary Pope Osborne. After reading that in 2 days I discovered my love of reading. :)

What was the first book you read over and over, or the book you've reread the most?

Th first book I reread was Need by Carrie Jones. I love all of the books in the Need Series.

Writing in books: Yes or hell to the no?

It's fine to write in books as long as they belong to you. If they belong to you, you can do whatever you want with them and nobody can tell you different.

Finish the sentence: My bookshelves are...

never going to be full.

My TBR pile is...

always being added to.

What's a book that's changed your life?

A book that changed my life...hmmm. Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi? It reminded me that people have very strong emotions and that people have tons of secrets that they keep well hidden inside the deepest parts of themselves.

One book you like that no one else seems to, or vice versa?

I seem to be the only one in the history of the universe that doesn't like The Maze Runner by James Dashner. It's disappointing because the book has so much hype over it because of the movie and I'm not involved in the excitement.

How about non-book related hobbies? What do you do when you don't feel like reading?

Not feeling like reading? Is that contagious? Just kidding, just kidding. When I'm not reading, I'm probably writing or drawing. 

What's your favorite book to movie adaptation?

I hated the movie adaption of Beautiful Creatures. The book was fantastic and the movie did not due it justice. They just changed so much! So much in fact that it would be almost impossible for them to make a Beautiful Darkness movie without completely changing the storyline.

What are 3 of your must-read blogs?

YA Lit Reviews From a Librarian
Pika Pages

What is your reading personality? (via quiz at http://www.bookbrowse.com/quiz/)

Exacting Reader!

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Thank you for joining us today, Sibella Asher! Remember to check out Sibella Asher's blog, YA Book Reviews, and leave a comment or question.