Tis the Season Book Tag!

Hello all! This is my post for the "Tis the Season" book tag. I was tagged by Pili from In Love with Handmade.

(All pictures link to my reviews!)

1. Do you have a favorite winter read?

Hmm, this "winter" I've loved several novels:

  

2. Find a book with blue on the cover!

That I've read during this winter so far? 

3. Find a book you'd use as the star on the Christmas tree.

Not one I've read recently but...

4. Pick one fictional place that would be perfect for a winter vacation!

Probably Kanin! In Frostfire by Amanda Hocking.

5.  Pick one fictional character you’d take with you on your winter vacation!

Probably Jude, from Black Ice. He can "kidnap" me any day ;)

6. Name one book on your wish list this year!

HAHAHAHA. I have a "What I Am Looking Forward to Reading in 2015" post coming up on Thursday... similar to my 2014 one. This one is a sneak peek. I cannot wait to read (and own):

 

P.S. I Still Love You by Jenny Han

7. Favorite holiday drink, treat, & movie?

Drink: sorrel (a Trinidadian beverage that my mom makes every Christmas)

Treat: snowball cookies!

Movie: It's a Wonderful Life (my parents and I watch it every year!)

And that's that! I'm not going to specifically tag anyone, but Liza, Danielle, Alreem, Kel, if you want to do this, go for it! :D

Quirky Tag!

Welcome bibliovores! I've been tagged by the tag's creators at My Little Corner for Books. Congrats on the two-month blogoversary, Fari and Kitty! I'm actually celebrating my two-YEAR blogoversary tomorrow. Tis the season!

1. Reading in the shower?

Oh my goodness, NO. Absolutely not! I can't risk my print books... or even my Kindle... getting wet D:

2. Say that your favourite animal was the symbol of your godly parent or their creation (Owl, Pegasus! or perhaps Eagle for Roman? From PJO), hate ducks, want a robot as a pet or any such thing?

I'm honestly a little confused by this question. But, my favorite mythical animal is probably dragons, or LOTR elves. I have no problems with ducks, they're adorable. I don't really like pets (let me take care of myself and roommates before I think about pets, kay?)

3. Rearranged shelves at library/book stores?

Yup. Both. I can't help it. If it's not in alphabetical order, or if I don't like the face ones (the ones that are turned so that the cover is faced out), then I WILL rearrange things like I own the place!

4. Started a conversation with a stranger cuz they were reading your favorite book?

I've never come across anyone reading my FAVORITE book, but I have talked to a random person that was reading a book that I've also read. Not awkward for me, I'm bold!

5. Ruined a borrowed book?

Never. Treat unto other books the way you want your books to be treated.

6. Tried to remember all the page number of your favorite passages of you fave book?

No, but I remember certain sections. Like, it was three-fourths of the way into the book, or something like that.

7. Had an imaginary convo with an imaginary character?

Hmmm, not that I recall?

8. Stopped reading a book to imagine what would happen or wish would happen (even if there is 100% chance of that occurring!)?

All the dang time.

9. Write fanfiction?

No way! Let the AUTHOR tell the story!

10. Broke the golden rule and watched the movie first?

Hmm... Eragon. I think that was the only time I've ever broken the rule. And it was a HUGE mistake, because the movie was awful, and I couldn't bring myself to read the books, afterwards.

11. Gotten crumbs in the spine thing?

When I was younger, I TRIED to eat and read... and then this happened... and I cut that out. That was a bad habit and I do not miss the crumbs in my books at all!

12. Tried to take off sticker and rip cover?

Nope. I have gentle fingers and sharp nails. I'm your girl when it comes to books and stickers!

13. Gifted someone your used book?

I donate my used books to The Book Thing in Baltimore!

14. Tried to get dressed while still reading?

No. I'm very systematic and clear-cut and organized. I love multitasking, but dressing and reading would NOT make my List of Things To Do At the Same Time.

15. Walk while reading?

I don't believe I've done this!

16. Ever started babbling your list of "Books I Recommend" to a complete stranger because, hey, they love reading too?!

I don't think I've gotten as far as babbling an entire list...

17. Think what your favorite character would do in the situation?

No. I think of what I should be doing. In the end, it's up to ME.

18. How many days do you think it'll take you to recommend someone ALL of the books you want them to read?

That's a cute question.

19. Think your favorite characters as real people.

Sometimes. Like, Fire, from Fire by Kristin Cashore. I wish she were real.

20. Recommend books that you haven't read to people?

Only to one of my best friends, because I know her tastes and I'm much more well-read than she is. Even if I haven't read something, I might still recommend it to her. 

And that's that! I'm not going to tag anyone (this one is a long one), but feel free to do the questionnaire and tag others!

Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award

Hey everyone! I've been nominated for the Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award, by the lovely Sam from Falling Books! Thanks for nominating me, Sam! I do enjoy doing these :D

I have no idea whose button that is on the left, or where this award originated, so to whoever deserves the credit, please know that I really do want to give you the recognition you deserve!

Here are the rules:

1. Thank the blogger that nominated you, and link back to their site.

2. Post the award’s logo on your blog.

3. Answer the 10 questions that you have been asked.

4. Nominate 10 other bloggers and ask them 10 questions. (I'm skipping this one, sort of.)

Sam's questions and my responses: 

What has been your favourite series of all time?

Series... hmm... Kristin Cashore's Graceling Realm series. I could read that series over and over. Robin LaFevers' His Fair Assassins series and Sarah Fine's Guards of the Shadowlands series are great ones too.

If you could have a book turned into a movie, which would it be and why?

I generally dislike book-to-movie adaptations... but NIL by Lynne Matson would make a cool movie. It's very Survivor/Lost-esque. I would dig that!

What is your most anticipated read of 2015?

When people ask me this, I split the question into two parts: most anticipated debut or first-in-series, and most anticipated sequel/continuation novel. Here they are:

- Most anticipated debut/first-in-series: Last Year's Mistake by Gina Ciocca

- Most anticipated sequel/continuation: P.S. I Still Love You by Jenny Han

Both are contemporary. WHAT IS HAPPENING TO ME.

What book character have you been able to relate most with?

Probably Harper from Through To You by Lauren Barnholdt. Gosh, that book spoke to me.

Again, contemporary O_O

Twilight, Harry Potter or Percy Jackson?

Percy Jackson, hands down. Mostly because I had already loved Greek/Roman mythology, but also because the series is so amazing!

Where is your favorite place to read?

Bed. Bed bed bed. 

Do you prefer having your books in pristine condition or worn out (creased spine, folded corners, etc.)?

Pristine. Oh my gosh I am so OCD you don't even want to TOUCH my books, for fear of being swatted. Or possibly worse.

 Ebook, paperback or hardback?

Hardcover. *hears the spine creak as she opens a hardcover book*

Best book cover that you've ever come across?

Ohhh, that's so difficult. I have a whole Pinterest board for this. Go there.

What would you say has been the hardest part of being a blogger?

I have a very rigid schedule, and I post content every day. So, that.


I was also nominated by Mariella at BookletBeauty, so I'll answer her questions as well:


What made you want to start book blogging?

A love of books, an interest in website/blog coding, and a desire to be part of the online bookish community.

Who is your favorite book blogger?

I don't have one favorite. I love Pili, Jess, Nikki, Nereyda, Ashley, Carina, Kel, Danielle... there are so many, and all for different reasons.

Favorite book of all time?

Fire by Kristen Cashore.

If you had to chose ONE book to read for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Again, Fire by Kristin Cashore.

Have you ever tried to start to write a book? If so, what genre?

Medieval fantasy.

When do you find time to read?

Ha. Ha ha. Please don't ask me, I have no idea.

Where is your favorite place to read, and why?

My room, because it's comfortable.

Worst book you've ever read, and why?

See my 1-star tag. Chances are, I had plenty of reasons.

Are you reading any books for school? Which ones?

Sure. Plenty of poetry and short fiction at the moment, but I'll also be reading writing by Sor Juana, Gabriela Mistral, and so on, for next semester. But keep in mind, I'm an ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING major first, Spanish major second. I read plenty of mechanics and physics books...

What is a book you don't want to read in public because of the cover?

See my historical romance tag. You'll know why.


And that's that! Again, I'm not going to nominate anyone specifically, but if anyone wants to do this, feel free! Here are ten questions:

1. Most popular author on your shelf?
2. ARC/non-ARC reading ratio?
3. Most anticipated SEQUEL of 2015?
4. Most anticipated conclusion novel of 2015?
5. Most anticipated YA book-to-movie adaptation of 2015?
6. Favorite YA debut novel of 2014?
7. Favorite YA book cover of 2014?
8. Favorite book you read before blogging? 
9. Book you want to read since everyone has read it (loved or hated)?
10. Authors whose books you will read no matter what it is about?

The TBR Tag!

Hey everyone! Today, I've got a fun post for you. Liza at Reading With ABC and Jess at Lovin Los Libros both tagged me, so I figured fate was trying to tell me something if TWO people tagged me :D So, here goes!

How Do You Keep Track Of Your TBR Pile?

Goodreads, but also I have an Excel spreadsheet, a Word document, and a blog post that I do at the beginning of every year. I need to start doing my 2015 one...

Is Your TBR Mostly E-book or Print?

A healthy mix of both, honestly.

How Do You Determine Which Book From Your TBR to Read Next?

For review books, it's chronological order. The way my blog schedule works, I review ARCs on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday (and sometimes Thursday). Friday, I review post-published books. For those, there is no "order". I really CHOOSE those, whereas with review copies, I go in chronological order. Like, I have a June 2015 ARC right now... won't get to that one until every single review copy with a publication date before June 2015 is reviewed.

A Book That's Been On Your TBR The Longest?

The Evolution of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin

I know. I have had a copy since the release date, too. But this will be rectified shortly, since book three is coming out soon! See, I was being strategic...

A Book That You've Recently Added To Your TBR?

Magonia by Maria Dahvana Headley

Check out that coverrrrrr. Also, fantasy! Although it sounds a lot like Trial by Fire...

A Book On Your TBR Strictly Because Of Its Beautiful Cover?

An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir

I have no idea what this book is about. I hear it's fantasy? Which works for me!

A Book On Your TBR That You Never Plan On Really Reading?

This doesn't happen often, but here is a good example...

Antigoddess by Kendare Blake

I WANT to read this book (I have a hardcover copy with this original cover), but it's part of a series, and the covers changed, and ehhhh...

An unpublished book on your TBR that you’re excited for:

ALL OF THEM. But here is one...

Dead of Winter by Kresley Cole

GIMMEE!!

A book on your TBR that basically everyone has read except you:

Allegiant by Veronica Roth

AND I REFUSE. 

A book on your TBR that everyone recommends to you:

The Distance Between Us by Kasie West

Guys. GUYS. I know. I have a copy and everything. It's okay.

A Book On Your TBR That You're Dying To Read?

I've answered this already. Here is another book:

Crash by Eve Silver

Third book, yo.

The number of books on your Goodreads TBR shelf?

According to Goodreads, 274.

I'm Going To Tag....

(Sorry if you've already been tagged or have already done the post! Also, don't feel pressured or obligated - I don't want to frustrate anyone with a tag!)

Pili at In Love With Handmade

Rachel at Paper Cuts

Carina at Carina's Books

Danielle at Love At First Page


The TBR tag is a feature that was created by DanaSquare and A Perfection Called Books :)