It’s that time of year again! School is out (theoretically), and the living is easy (theoretically). But that doesn’t mean we bookworms don’t have big dreams for the summer. I don’t know about you, but I want to read at least 15 books in these 14 weeks of summer I have. Here’s the top 5 books I want to read before school starts up again. 1. Catch- 22 by Joseph Heller I bought this from a used, online bookstore, and it’s been sitting on my shelf for well over two years. It’s high time I read. It’s been recommended to me by multiple friends and it’s time I take the plunge…
Top 10 Tuesday: On A Whim
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! We all have those books that we pick up because they have been on our lists for years, but this week’s Top 10 is all about the books I’ve picked up just because they looked appealing at the time. Let’s get started! 1. The Secret History by Donna Tartt I picked this book up when I was buying Christmas presents for my family. I’m not sure why it spoke to me, but when I read the…
Treasure Tuesday
1. I’m sorry for the brief hiatus I took — illness and finals got the better of me and while there is no excuse for ignoring my blog for a week, I am still deeply sorry. 2. I am currently reading “Rose Under Fire,” the companion novel to “Code Name Verity,” which I reviewed a while ago. 3. 4. I got great grades in my hardest two classes this semester, and I could not be more thrilled! 5. I have read 20 books already, and I am so excited to keep on reading and expanding my list of books I’ve consumed! 6. Cutest puppy ever award goes to… Happy reading,…
Top 10 Tuesday: Kid Characters I Want to Meet as Adults
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! This week’s post is all about the childhood characters I would love to meet as adults. Let’s jump right into it! 1. Fern from Charlotte’s Web I still remember curling up in old bedroom reading Charlotte’s Web with my mom as a wee kindergarten student. It was one of the first real books I remember reading and the movie was actually the reason I was a vegetarian for two years when I was younger. I would love to…
Treasure Tuesday
1. I just finished “Illuminae” last night, and I have so many feelings about it. I’m not quite sure what those feelings are yet, but as soon as I know, you will. 2. Who couldn’t love this face? 3. I had my formal on Friday, and I had so much fun. It was a great time with friends, dancing, and good food. 4. As presented by Buzzfeed, here’s a list of many of the weird things book-lovers have done. (Admit it, you’ve done most of the things on this list, I know I have.) 5. Happy reading, Kimberly
Top 5 Wednesday: Best Moms
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so why not talk about some of the best maternal figures in literatures history. 1. Molly Weasley from Harry Potter She’s undoubtedly the best mother figure and handles 7 children, as well as Harry, with ease. She’s got this mothering thing down. I wouldn’t mind a trip to the Burrow myself. 2. Mindy from Eleanor and Park She’s real, and I think that’s my favorite thing about her. She makes mistakes and apologizes for them and understands that she’s still learning. She treats Park and Eleanor well and the love between her and her husband is inspiring. 3. Natalie Prior from Divergent Natalie is one of…
Top 10 Tuesday: Bookworm Delights
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! This week is all about the best things about being a bookworm — what are some of the perks of reading? Or your favorite thing about books? This should be fun! 1. Finding a used book with notes in the margins. One of my favorite things about getting old books from a store, from friends, or from the library is seeing all the notes someone has made in it. I love seeing an inscription saying…
Treasure Tuesday
1. I am still currently reading Illuminae. 2. 3. Here are some new reading positions as presented by Buzzfeed to try out on your next book. 4. My school hosted Relay For Life last Friday. Unfortunately, I was sick and could not participate like I had wanted, but I raised $110 on my own and my school raised over $90,000 for the American Cancer Society! 5. My friends got a puppy, but all I have is this adorable GIF for you. Happy reading, Kimberly
Top 5 Wednesday: Intimidating Books
This weeks Top 5 Wednesday topic tackles the books I’m too intimidated to tackle in real life. I’ve put off reading these books for a variety of reasons ranging from the length to the terrifying things I’ve heard about them. Here we go… 1. Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams I’ve definitely talked about this before, but I made the huge mistake (or hidden blessing) of buying the compiled version, and it is mighty. It’s a daunting task to undertake, but one I shall tackle soon. 2. Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad For some reason, I’ve wanted to read this book ever since it wasn’t assigned my senior year of high…
Top 10 Tuesday: Have a Laugh
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! Today’s list is all about getting a laugh. Let’s jump right into the book that have made me chuckle in the past. 1. Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris I read this recently and some of his mementos are absolutely hilarious. He recounts serious tales of speech therapy as well as hilarious moments of scooping a turd out of a toilet bowl. A great, light read that leaves you with a couple giggles. If…
