April was an insane month. I will leave it at that. But you know what calms me after long, hectic days?
Books. Libraries.
So I went our NEW library a few days ago, and came back with these six books. Even though you're only supposed to check out 3 on your first visit. What can I say? I'm a rebel.
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| Okay, okay. I used my mom's library card AND mine. |
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| But just look at these beauties! |
I've already read Tiger Lily, and it's a new favorite. I recommend it to everyone who's reading this. Actually, stop reading this post and just go read it now. Do it.
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You kept reading? You rebel. I like you. But you should still read Tiger Lily.
So, the library trip was a success! I also thought I'd share some other happenings with y'all. First thing's first: I'm a finalist in the Go Teen Writers Show Me Contest! I'm just a teensy bit excited about this.
It also so happens that my senior pictures are coming up, and I have a rather creative idea for them.
Wait for it....
I'm doing a theme. A fairy tale theme. Meaning that I'm going to dress up as Red Riding Hood, and Snow White, and Belle from Beauty and the Beast(but not as them, as them. I'll still look like myself). I even made a Pinterest Board! *cough* You should follow me *cough* I'm also going to take a few pictures in a library. Because, books.
I'm super excited about this, even though I'm so un-photogenic it's not even funny. I miss those kindergarten days when I could just smile sweetly, fold my hands in front of me, and just be the most adorable thing ever. But those days are long over.
Happy May, everyone! It looks like it shall be a promising month!
Have you checked out any books from the library recently? What were they? And have you read Tiger Lily? Because I must know!
Hi, Ally!
ReplyDeleteI guess that commenting makes it obvious that I kept reading... sorry about that...
(I just saw your post and thought I should return the favor of disobeying :)
I'll add Tiger Lily to my list! Also, congrats on the Show Me Contest! I think you are entitled to more than just a teensy bit of excitement about that. :) Great job!
Hmm...well...I expected as much from you. ;) Thank you!
DeleteIS TIGER LILY NOT THE BEST BOOK EVER? OMG...it totally ripped my feels out, and I'm glad to hear you loved it as much as I did Ally. :) It truly is something else.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm looking forward to seeing what you think of Fairest - it's really well-written and has an awesome character psychological study aspect to it, so I hope you end up liking it as much as I did.
Thanks for sharing and happy reading! ♥
~ Zoe @ Stories on Stage
Um, it just about shattered my heart into a million pieces. No lie. But it was absolutely gorgeous.
DeleteI'm excited for Fairest! I have to read a book for review and a book I'm buddy reading, but after those it's next on the list!!
I guess I'm a rebel, because I didn't read "Tiger Lily." But I'll check it out on Goodreads and see if it's something I'd want to try. :-D
ReplyDeleteLOVE your idea for senior pictures. I wish I had thought of something like that.
From the library, I currently have all four books in Colleen Houck's Tiger Saga. I've read and enjoyed the first two, but haven't gotten to the other two. I also have "The Hunter's Moon" by O.R. Melling, and "Frostfire" by Amanda Hocking. I tried "Frostfire," but did not care much for it, but I have high hopes for "The Hunter's Moon," a fantasy that takes place in Ireland with fairies!
I don't think I've heard of any of those books, though the Tiger Saga sounds familiar. I'll have to check them out!
DeleteJust popping into say that the Tiger Saga is the best thing ever. Okay, that's all.
DeleteI don't even know if there's any library near my house :P
ReplyDeleteThat theme thing sounds fun :)
All the best with the dressing up :)
Neal Kind
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I wouldn't be able to survive! You must move. Immediately.
DeleteI LOVE WATER WALKER!!! Can't wait to see your review on that one! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd that's an awesome idea about your senior pictures! Hope we get to see some of them :)
Alexa
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I am so excited!! Have you read Hacker yet? If not, we should totally do a buddy read when I finish Water Walker.
DeleteNo, I haven't! But that would be awesome! :D I need to check and see if my library has it, though, or if I can buy it on kindle or something.
DeleteThis post is filled with awesome things. xD
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, that is the. Best. Idea. For. Pictures. Ever. SOOO creative and perfect for a writer. :D
And, unfortunately, I have not read Tiger Lily. Will you be writing a review on it?
AND CONGRATS FOR BEING A FINALIST! I was so happy when I recognized your name. Alas, I didn't final, but am looking forward to what Shannon has to say on it.
Thank you!! I'm really excited about the pictures AND the contest. And yes, I will be posting a review of Tiger Lily, hopefully soon.
DeleteI haven't stepped foot in a library in ages! But I have borrowed plenty of e-books from the library in that time.
ReplyDeleteI was just thinking about Gathering Blue the other day. I read The Giver years ago, but now that there are like four books in the series, I was thinking I should probably check them out!
Haha, the library is my second home. Not even ebooks can keep me away!
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