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Top 5 Books of 2016
The end of 2016 is upon us! Therefore, I thought it appropriate to do a top 5 post, even if I might not quite be done reading for the month. I doubt this will change much, to be honest. This year ,so far, I’ve read 200 books. Out of those 200 books, I only rated 39 with 5-star ratings. Out of those 39, only 13 were books (not graphic novels or comics, those are coming in a different post). Needless to say, it’s a lot easier this year to pin down some great 5-star reads. So be prepared for me…
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Looking Forward & 2017 Reading Plans
You know what they say about the best laid plans… It’s officially the latter half of December, which means there are only a two more weeks standing between us, and 2017. I always take this time to reflect, to reassess and, my most favorite thing of all, think about what my reading is going to look like in the new year. I’ve been known to cackle delightedly over plots and plans regarding books. 2017 is going to be a lot different than 2016 was though, mostly because of what I’ve learned about myself this year. Which, to be completely honest,…
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Book Blitz + Giveaway: The Pawn by Skye Warren
Good morning, fabulous bookish people! It’s time for another spotlight, and this time it’s a story of revenge and seduction in the game of love. Are you intrigued yet? The Pawn Skye Warren Publication date: December 6th 2016 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance The price of survival…Gabriel Miller swept into my life like a storm. He tore down my father with cold retribution, leaving him penniless in a hospital bed. I quit my private all-girl’s college to take care of the only family I have left.There’s one way to save our house, one thing I have left of value.My virginity.A forbidden…
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Happy December!
Is anyone else reeling over the fact that this is the last month of 2016? No, just me? It happens every year. December hits, and suddenly I’m remembering all the things I meant to do, but too caught up in the holiday season to really care whether or not I’ve accomplished them yet. Blogging slows down too, as you’ve probably noticed. It’s a mad rush to finish projects at work, spend time with visiting friends and family, and catch up on all those last minute books you meant to read before the whole new Spring 2017 catalog hits. Anyway I…
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Book Review & Giveaway: My Friends are All Strange by M.C Lesh
Media Type: Ebook Title: My Friends are All Strange Author: M.C Lesh Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform Pages: Paperback; 230 Release Date: October 18, 2016 Source: Author/Xpresso Book Tours ——————————————– HDB Rating: 4 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy a good story about not so normal people. Add it on: Goodreads| Amazon | Booklikes My friends are all strange. Right now I’m living at Brookside, a place for people like me. I’ve met a kitty girl, a brooding beautiful boy, one who can’t be touched, and others. My new friends. Strange people. People like me. I’ve always been different, but lately, more so. My hands sometimes don’t seem to be…
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THESE SHALLOW GRAVES and UNFORGIVEN Now in Paperback Blog Tour
It’s time for an epic spotlight, on two stellar books that are finally out in paperback! Are you the type who waits for paperbacks, so you can hoard all the more books? I’m right there with you, friends. Which means you’ll be as happy as I was to know that These Shallow Graves by Jennifer Donnelly and Unforgiven (A Fallen Novel) by Lauren Kate are out in paperback now! Scope these synopses, and then make sure to add each one to your reading list if you haven’t already! Jo Montfort is beautiful and rich, and soon—like all the girls in her class—she’ll…
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Book Spotlight + Giveaway: Scenes From the Epic Life of a Total Genius by Stacey Matson
As you can see, we’re back in what I’d mostly consider full swing over here at HDB headquarters. Make no mistake, we love blogging! So even when things get hectic, we always pick it back up. So many books to promote, so little time. Today’s spotlight shines down on Scenes From the Epic Life of a Total Genius by Stacey Matson. This is the second book in the Arthur Bean series which, although I haven’t read it just yet, has been consistently praised for its honest and witty portrayal of teenage life. What’s not love? Lights. Camera. Action! Arthur Bean is…
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Book Review: The Boy Is Back by Meg Cabot
Media Type: Ebook Title: The Boy Is Back *Series: Boy #4 Author: Meg Cabot Publisher: William Morrow Pages: Hardcover; 357 Release Date: October 18, 2016 Source: TLC Book Tours / Harper Collins Publishers —————————————————————– Genre: Women’s Fiction / Chick Lit HDB Rating: 3 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy this series, or like quirky women’s fiction. Add it on: Goodreads | Amazon | HarperCollins In this brand new novel in Meg’s fan-favorite “Boy” series, a scandal brings celebrity golfer Reed back home to the small town, the crazy family, and first love he once left behind.…
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Book Spotlight and Giveaway: American Gods by Neil Gaiman
Now I’m sure many of you have heard of this book before, probably even read it. However, the wonderfully talented Neil Gaiman just released a new version and it looks great. Don’t forget to check out the giveaway at the end for a chance to win a copy! Newly updated and expanded with the author’s preferred text. A modern masterpiece from the multiple-award-winning master of innovative fiction, Neil Gaiman. First published in 2001, American Gods became an instant classic, lauded for its brilliant synthesis of “mystery, satire, sex, horror, and poetic prose” (Washington Post) and as a modern phantasmagoria that…
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Book Spotlight + Giveaway: Return to the Secret Garden by Holly Webb
Apologies for the radio silence, all. It’s been a rocky couple of weeks here at HDB headquarters, and unfortunately that means blogging takes a back seat. Rest assured that we haven’t gone anywhere for good though! You’re stuck with us, and our bookish ramblings. Now then, on to the spotlight book of the day! Before you run screaming from my incessant gushing, let me very simply say that this is a book that I was really excited for. I’m sure many of us grew up walking the halls of Misselthwaite Manor with Mary, and have a soft spot in our heart for Dickon.…