The first month of the year has come and gone! Can you believe that?! So it’s time for another monthly recap, wherein I recap the month: what I read, wrote, blogged, did, ate, scratched, and licked. (Um.. so maybe not all of that? Dunno where that came from. I scratched my nose just now, and licked an envelope once.)
the books.
I read eight books (so far) in January! I’m working on the ninth, Resist by Emily Ann Putzke, so hopefully I can finish that before Sunday and get to nine! I’m really, really proud of myself. This is the first year I’ve decided to reach my goal of reading 100 books in a year, and I’m right on track so far! Last year my goal was 50 (I made it to 70, which was amazing) but this year I really wanted to stretch myself even farther. I’m making it so far! One month down, eleven more to go. Eight books down, only 92 glorious more to read!
Best Book: The Winner’s Curse and The Winner’s Crime by Marie Rutkoski. They’re the first two in The Winner’s Trilogy; the third hits shelves March 29 and I can’t WAIT to get it!
Worst Book: The Heir & The Spare by Emily Albright. I had to be honest in my ARC review… even if the author does have one awesome name.
In other blog-(ish?) news, I’ve recently been spending a lot more time on Goodreads! I’m constantly making updates on the books I’m reading and browsing through my updates to see what you’re all reading, so friend me here and we can be Goodreads buddies. 🙂
the blog.
To kick the month (year?!) off, I came up with 7 books I was excited for releasing in 2016… and… a LOT more have been added to the list. (Maybe I should a part two/follow-up post??! BECAUSE THERE ARE SO MANY.) On the top of the list: The Winner’s Kiss by Marie Rutkoski. (READ THE WINNER’S TRILOGY. GO. RIGHT NOW. I don’t even care if you finish this post just GET IT. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THE POST. Read my blog carefully, mm-kay?!!) I’m… kind of… obsessed with these books now.
The most viewed post of the month was Stacking the Shelves #28. I always get the most comments/views on my stacking the shelves posts, and I’m so glad you guys like them so much because they’re my favorite too!
What can you look forward to next month? WELL, I’m glad you asked! Last month when I did my end-of-the-year survey, I got a suggestion for craft projects. WELP. I’m bringing it to you. soon. That is… *sometime* in February. I’ve got an idea floating around in my brain, it just requires a bit of money (DON’T worry I’ve got your back. All cheap stuff, cheap-cheap-cheap. That’s my motto, and don’t you forget it.) Oh, and some experimenting. And… picture-taking skills? I take pictures of books. Not… scissors and glue. (THERE’S a hint, see and guess what my mystery craft project will be, hmmm? It’s bookish-related!) So, I’ll be new to that so hang in with me. I’m hoping to do more DIY bookish-related projects this year!
On an un-related note, PEOPLES — Leap Year is on Netflix now! Only my favorite movie of ever. Oh, and The Prince & Me but I don’t have a GIF for that. Go watch ’em, alright?
on your blogs.
– Izel has her own self-hosted URL now! She can be found on abookishflower.com!
– Lady Literature did the Reader’s Confession Tag! (and tagged me, yay!)
– Hannah shared her feelings about the upcoming Anne of Green Gables movie! (Which I am thrilled about.)
– Madi shared a bit of her new novel!
– Olivia shared several apps for bookish people and writers! (They’re all very useful.)
– Grace recommends top 7 movies for a snow day.
– Katie share a spot-on editing survival guide. (Fuzzy socks and pizza are a must, but I mean come on. They’re a must for EVERYTHING, not just editing, geez.)
other happenings.
Us Georgians down yonder got our first snow! This is the real deal, peoples! (Though some people evidently have some hot toes because something about big fluffy jackets and flip-flops appeals to people? I mean I’m not in on the fashion trends… is that a thing now?) Of course I got some fab pictures of my babies.
That’s about all I got for this month! Here’s to the weekend. 🙂 May your Friday night be every good as my Thursday night. (Spent eating ice cream in pajamas and listening to Taylor Swift. And, of course, blogging.)
what bookish things did you do/read this week? what’s been happening on your blog? happy almost february!
You read more than I did this month!! I read three books this month and hopefully four by Saturday. Brooke sent me Uglies by scott westerfeld and I’m hoping to finish that soon. To make an even four. 🙂 its really interesting so far and I love the concept and the positive message so far.
YAY FOR SNOW!! We got about 3 inches of snow in the beginning of January and I made my FIRST EVER SNOWMAN with a carrot nose and everything. I was sad to see it melt but it was fun while it lasted <3
January was life changing for me!! I went self hosted (thanks for mentioning me by the way) which expanded my blogs audience big time and I found out my family is moving!
Even as I type this at 10:30pm I'm taking a quick break to comment. Our big move across two states is early Saturday morning SO WE'RE BUSY BUSY BUSY!
I’ve never really heard of Uglies – well, aside from what Brooke’s told me. She’s awesome, isn’t she? I hope to send you a very belated birthday gift/Valentine’s Day small something soon. I know you’re in the middle of a move, but when you get a new PO Box address or someway I could send you something I’d love to get that too you. 🙂
Haha. I’m enjoying being on track for now! It will probably come in waves… 😉
AHHH YOU LUCKY DUCK. Do you know it’s now in the 60’s here in Georgia?!! We can’t make up our minds, geez!
Oh wow! FIRST?! I bet you were super excited! That’s always fun. My first snowman was a teeny one when I was 2 or 3, on top of our car. Haha. 🙂 I guess I don’t have anything to complain about. Snow is so much fun. I relish it when it comes because here it goes fast!
Good luck with the move! I hope you’re all settled in and enjoying unpacking your books right now. (Sorry this comment is late!)
I love Leap Year!!!!
Me too! Isn’t it adorable? 🙂
You seem to have had a great month! Eight books?!?! Impressive!
I’ve been seeing the Winner’s Trilogy everywhere and you might just have convinced me to give it a try!:)
This craft thing you have coming up looks very interesting! I’m actually planning a DIY post myself:D Hopefully, it’ll go well for both of us!^^ I’m scared of messing up, or simply forgetting to take pictures!^^
Thanks Sophie! I’m super proud of myself. So far February has been a successful month as well!
YESSS you totally should. I’m a bit obsessed at the moment. XD I can’t wait until March!
Thanks! You totally reminded me about getting supplies… it’s been so busy. I’m nervous too, but we can be newbies together! Hopefully they’ll be a popular post? 🙂