I'm participating in Feed My Reader Friday hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer, The Sunday Post, hosted by Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer, and Stacking the Shelves, hosted by Tynga's Reviews. These memes allow book bloggers the chance to share print and digital books
they've received, and different posts and events at their blogs.
Another busy week last week, both here and offline. The next few weeks are crazy busy for me at work so other than blog tours, posting may be erratic. This month I have a couple promised reviews but otherwise my reviews will be of books that I read for the Take Control of Your TBR Pile Challenge March 2013, hosted by Kimba the Caffeinated.
Last week I had a huge picture of my cat in my header and mentioned my frustration at not being able to size it properly. Kimba offered to play around with it and while she was at it, she cleaned up my text and fancied up the font. I like it, and smile every time I look at it.
ETA: After I wrote this up and logged into Twitter, I discovered that Kara at Nocturnal Reviews had gifted me with a header that she made. It's gorgeous and now I'm torn. I want them both. Kimba's has Goof, Kara's has another cat, but they both look good. :D I may have to alternate and swap them around periodically. I'm overwhelmed by the generosity of both ladies. <3 Right now, Kara's is up. So, here is Kimba's:
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The Week in Review
Interview: Fantasy Author Sarah-Jane Lehoux
News/info: Paws With A Cause Blog Hop Fundraiser
Odd & interesting phrases that led to the blog: Nothing too odd this week but some interesting ones.
lung model showing healthy vs asthma - I'm happy whenever someone finds my blog due to one of my pics or posts about asthma. I like to think they'll be of some help to someone.
anthromorphism as genre - no doubt due to this post about anthropomorphism.
Upcoming this Week:
Blog tours: Excerpt & Giveaway - Memories of Murder by Lara Nance
Spotlight & Guest Post - Tin Cat by Misa Buckley
Excerpt - In My Sights by LJ Garland & Debbie Gould
Cover Reveal - Hell's Hollow by Summer Stone
Review: ARC Review & Excerpt - Along Came Trouble by Ruthie Knox
BOOKS
Bought -Kindle
This one just sounded fun and it was inexpensive.
Library- Print
Kindle Freebies
Crack. They are crack, I swear. Now, everyone stop sharing freebies! I can't resist and you all are my enablers. :D
Astraea Press Freebies
The birthday celebration is over. There was a wonderful selection of books up for grabs and I eagerly took advantage. My Kindle is gorged and happy. :D
Have a good week and don't forget to leave a link to your share post so I can visit you.
I love Kara's header and Goof and I are ok if you keep that one, maybe Goof can just earn a spot in your sidebar :) Awesome week and wow you snagged some awesome books again this week! The Sunday Post
ReplyDelete:D Goof doesn't care one way or the other. I have your banner at the bottom of the page currently; I'll take turns swapping them out. I love them both. You ladies are fantastic!
DeleteWhat wonderful ladies! I like both headers. I would probably rotate them too. Too bad you couldn't have them automatically randomize. My goodness, woman! You always have so many books. Hope you enjoy them and have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the idea of automatically randomizing! I wish I knew how to make that happen.
DeleteLove your header.
ReplyDeleteNice haul and have a good week.
dru's book musing: Sunday Post
Thanks :)
DeleteI like the header that's up there, now. Maybe u can switch them throughout the yr.
ReplyDeleteI'm the crack freebie dealer! We need to go to meetings, soon! LOL
Enjoy, all your goodies, and have a great week!!!!!
We need a meeting ASAP!
DeleteI am also addicted to the Kindle Freebies. Great Week. Thanks for the great giveaways.
ReplyDeleteHeather ~ My Sunday Post
They're crack I say, crack! Thanks for visiting. :)
DeleteI like both headers, and if you can't decide which one, switch them every other month. :) Nice haul. I am curious about Echo Falls. Happy reading...
ReplyDeleteJenea @ Books Live Forever's Sunday Post
I like the sound of Echo Falls, I hope it's good.
DeleteI think I'll switch the headers monthly, add it to my calendar.
I love getting free books. My Kindle has been so happy of late. I feel that you got such a wide selection of books, it's hard to know where to start.
ReplyDeleteGrace
It is hard to pick just one. I'm glad your Kindle has been happy too. :)
DeleteI agree, keep swapping them, Bea! I didn't know Kimba was helping you, I only remembered you mentioned your frustration with your header, that's why I sent you this one. Kimba is a wizz with html, but I have a lazy graphic program that does it all for you, so it was no hardship :)
ReplyDeleteGreat haul, I can imagine you starting a group EFA (Ebook Freebies Anonymous) and giving each other hugs and telling how you've done each week! :)))
The Taken is pretty good, I loved it, so I hope you enjoy all your wonderful books!
It was wonderful of both you and Kimba to help, I appreciate ate it so much. <3
DeleteEFA - yes, I need that for sure :D
Thanks!
Kimba is totally awesome, isn't she?!? She helps everyone she can and you don't even need to ask!! We're lucky to know her!! And I think Goof is probably the best kitty name I've ever heard - she is adorable!! I need to get off my tablet to check out your other header ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd it sure doesn't look like you're slowing down ;). Have a great week!!
Kimba is awesome, they both are. :)
DeleteGoof arrived already named (8 years ago now, wow!) but it suits him. :D
Oh!! I like both!! Rotate the headers!!!
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DeleteWow, I'd say your kindle would be stuffed. ;D Great collection. And Kara is one amazing person. That is wonderful of her. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
My Kindle and I both need to lose weight. :D Kara is a sweetie. :)
DeleteI hope you have a great week too!
Hi, Bea!
ReplyDeleteIt was so nice of Kimba and Kara to help you with your header! I wouldn't be able to choose between them, either!
Thank you so much for dropping by and commenting on my "Stacking The Shelves" post. I greatly appreciate it!
You have an AWESOME haul here!! WOW. All of these books are new to me, so I'll have to check them out, but they all look GREAT! There's only little thing, though. I don't like e-books at all, so I would only be interested in the printed editions.
Thanks for sharing, and have a FAB week!! :)
It was, wasn't it? They are both such nice people.
DeleteI used to be print books only but now I love ebooks. I still read a lot of print though. I sometimes get deals on print at the used book store and my library's used book sale.
Thanks, you too!
ReplyDeleteI never saw Taken :/ It was priced back high when I looked. But enjoy it :D
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