Showing posts with label what's your status?. Show all posts
Showing posts with label what's your status?. Show all posts

Saturday, July 9, 2011

What's Your Status? #9

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.


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Currently Reading:

What To Buy Next:
No idea! I didn't even buy the last few things on my "to buy next" posts from here, so I probably should do that first!

Reviews This Week:
None. I have a handful in the making and have yet to post any of them. They'll be up next week.

Memes This Week:

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: At book #32 of #50, which is more than halfway!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I've read 1 of the 5 books, This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen. I'm postponing this challenge until I finish the Summer Romance Challenge, since that one ends sooner.
2011 Summer Romance Challenge: I've read 1 of 8 books. Book # 2 The Other Boy by Hailey Abbott was this week.


So... what's YOUR status?

~Jessica

Saturday, July 2, 2011

What's Your Status? #8

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.


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Currently Reading:
What To Buy Next:


Memes This Week:

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: At book #32 of #50, which is more than halfway!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I've read 1 of the 5 books, This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen. I'm postponing this challenge until I finish the Summer Romance Challenge, since that one ends sooner.
2011 Summer Romance Challenge: I've read 1 of 8 books. Book # 2 The Other Boy by Hailey Abbott was this week.


Thank you all for stopping by!

**note: had to redo this when my computer went "fail" on me, so it's not like the original. stupid computer.**

Saturday, June 25, 2011

What's Your Status? #7 & Interview With Zakiya

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.


On this week's edition of What's Your Status? I am co-hosting with Zakiya LadyWings! You can read her What's Your Status? post by clicking This Link. In honor of this co-hosting contest event type thing, we've conducted an interview.


Interview with Zakiya


1. Where did you get your blog name?
Zakiya: My co-blogger Elyssa helped me come up with it actually. It has changed a little since when I first started it was "Walking on Life."


2. What made you want to start a book blog?
Zakiya: I wanted to start a book blog because I found that I liked reviewing what I read; I wanted people all over the world to be able to read my reviews and hopefully enjoy the same books.


3. What genre of books have you been into lately?
Zakiya: Ever since I read Twilight in 2009, I have wandered around in YA Paranormal. There are still occasional Chick-Lit's, though :)


4. What are some of your favorite books?
Zakiya: Some of my favorites of all time are City of Glass by Cassandra Clare, Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by JK Rowling. Of course, there are like a thousand more. LOL!


5. What was your favorite childhood book?
Zakiya: My favorite book as a child was Mandie and the Angel's Secret by Lois Gladys Leppard; I still even remember some of the plot. *sniff sniff* Sorry, it's a tear-jerker :)


6. What book would you love to see made into a movie?
Zakiya: For the longest I wanted Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments series to be turned into a movie series. Guess I'm getting part of my wish since they're making a movie!


7. What's your favorite book quote?
Zakiya: My favorite book quote is from City of Bones by, yes, Cassandra Clare: "Alec muttered a retort into his coffee. It rhymed with something that sounded a lot more like 'ducking glass mole.' "

8. Aside from reading books, what else do you do?
Zakiya: Whenever I'm not reading, I'm usually in front of a computer; I also love to listen to music, text, and solve a good puzzle.


9. What hobby would you love to be able to do but haven't done yet?
Zakiya: I would really love to be able to crochet/knit!


10. What's your favorite song(s)?
Zakiya: I have no favorite song whatsoever. I mean, I have some, but it would be just about every song that's been made in the last 5 years. LOL!


11. If you had wings, where would you want to fly to?
Zakiya: If I had wings I would fly... to Europe. I've always wanted to visit the countries over there. France, Italy, and several others call me to them.


Thank you Zakiya!!!

~*~

Finished This Week:




Currently Reading:



What To Buy Next:
(Because who doesn't want to read a children's book written by the amazing Weird Al Yankovic? I've been putting off getting this book for too long...)


Reviews This Week:

Memes This Week:
Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: At book #28 of #50, which is more than halfway!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I've read 1 of the 5 books, This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen.
2011 Summer Romance Challenge: I've read 1 of 8 books, Tourist Trap by Emma Harrison. Will be starting book #2 pretty soon!



Thank you Zakiya for allowing me to cohost with you! It's been great! XOXO

~Jessica

Saturday, June 18, 2011

What's Your Status #6

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.

This week has been an average week. I didn't accomplish as much as I set out to do, but as always with me, obsession takes over (Gossip Girl marathon) and I forget to do some things.


Finished This Week:

Currently Reading:
Chasing Brooklyn by Lisa Schroeder

To Be Read Next:
Fallout by Ellen Hopkins

What To Buy Next:
Desire by Kailin Gow (still)

Reviews This Week:
None (I have a few written up, but it's been a very distracted week)

Memes This Week:
In My Mailbox
Musing Monday
Teaser Tuesday
Top Ten Tuesday
Waiting On Wednesday
Booking Through Thursday, Update Thursday, & Wannabe Writers
Follow Friday & Book Blogger Hop

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: At book #26 of #50, which is more than halfway!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I finished 1 of the 5 books, This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen.
2011 Summer Romance Challenge: I've read 1 of 8 books, Tourist Trap by Emma Harrison.


Well, that's all folks! Hopefully next week won't be so dull for my co-hosting of this meme. I've got today off so I'm sure I can get a lot of things caught up. ^_^

~Jessica

Saturday, June 11, 2011

What's Your Status #5

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.

I did a little better this week than last week. But, still a little bit behind. My writing has been dominating my free time, plus... I went to the library and am being tempted by a LOT of new books to start.


2011 Summer Romance Challenge: I've read 1 of 8 books, Tourist Trap by Emma Harrison.


I ended up having quite the long day, so I am just now getting to this! AH! Better late than never! ^_^

~Jessica

Saturday, June 4, 2011

What's Your Status? #4

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.

I have to say, I've been slacking off again on my reading/reviews. But this was the week I started writing again, so I'm allowing myself that excuse. I took last night off on the writing project, so I'm a little ahead on my reading. I should be back on track by the end of next week.



Finished This Week:
Hold Still by Nina LaCour

Currently Reading:
Second Helpings by Megan McCafferty
This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen
Matched by Ally Condie

To Be Read Next:
Wish by Alexandra Bullen
The Sky Is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
Endless Summer by Jennifer Echols

What To Buy Next:
Apparently some summer romances! I've been having a crazy time picking out some to read for my reading challenge (see below). Any suggestions? Nothing too risqué. I have read a lot of the paranormal romances I've been meaning to catch up on. Even if you suggest something I've already read, I just need some ideas. Even recalling good authors for the genre helps. Thanks in advance! ^_^

Reviews This Week:
Sharing Sam by Katherine Applegate
Jekel Loves Hyde by Beth Fantaskey

Memes This Week:
Shelving Saturday #1
Musing Monday #4
Teaser Tuesday #5
Waiting On Wednesday #5
Booking Through Thursday #4, Update Thursday #9, & Library Quick Reviews #1
Follow Friday # 6 & Book Blogger Hop #3

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: At book #21 of #50, which is one book ahead!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I started 1 of the 5 books, This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen.
2011 Summer Romance Challenge: Just started it. My next step is picking out the books. Should have that done by the end of the week.



I just downloaded a bunch of books for my Nook. Had to use the WiFi access at work to get everything started, seeing as we don't have WiFi at my house, lol. Gotta go through those and get my IMM post ready for tomorrow!

~Jessica

Saturday, May 28, 2011

What's Your Status #3

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.


Finished This Week:
Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater
Nothing Like You by Lauren Strasnick

Currently Reading:

Hold Still by Nina LaCour (still)
Second Helpings by Megan McCafferty
This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen
Matched by Ally Condie

To Be Read Next:
Wish by Alexandra Bullen (more like to be finished next, it's already started, lol)
The Sky Is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson (I have been looking forward to this one!)
Endless Summer by Jennifer Echols

What To Buy Next:
Considering I just bought a Nook... there will be WAY too many to list... Lol.

Reviews This Week:
... sadly none, even though I have 3 to be typed up at least.

Memes This Week:
It's Monday! What Are You Reading? #2
Teaser Tuesday #4
Waiting On Wednesday #4
Booking Through Thursday #3 AND Update Thursday #8
Book Blogger Hop #2, Follow Friday #5, AND In My Mailbox #4

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: At book #20 of #50, which is right on time! I should be ahead of the game by the end of the week. ^_^
Off The Shelf Challenge: I started 1 of the 5 books, This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen.




Okay, back to reality momentarily.

~Jessica

Saturday, May 21, 2011

What's Your Status #2

What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. I will also be posting the status of my reading challenges.


Finished This Week:
A Tale Of Two Pretties by Lisi Harrison (last book in The Clique series)
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
The Dark Divine by Bree Despain

Currently Reading:
Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater
Nothing Like You by Lauren Strasnick
Hold Still by Nina LaCour

To Be Read Next:
Second Helpings by Megan McCafferty
This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen
Matched by Ally Condie

What To Buy Next:
It's Always Something by Gilda Radner

Reviews This Week:
Déjá Dead by Kathy Reichs
Perfect You by Elizabeth Scott
Something, Maybe by Elizabeth Scott

Memes This Week:
Musing Monday #3
Teaser Tuesday #3
Waiting On Wednesday #3
Booking Through Thursday #2 AND Third Sentence Thursday #1
Update Thursday #7
Book Blogger Hop #1, Follow Friday #4, AND In My Mailbox #3

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: I'm at book number 17 of 50, making me 3 ahead from last week, and only 2 books behind according to Goodreads. Doing better!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I've picked out the 5 books:

1. Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson
2. This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen
3. Looking For Alaska by John Green
4. Stealing Heaven by Elizabeth Scott
5. Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin

...and I plan on starting This Lullaby this coming week when I'm done with my current books.


Okay, back to reality momentarily.

~Jessica

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Weekly Prompt #1 & What's Your Status? #1

Weekly Prompt comes from Jenny @ New Books for New Bloggers.


Week #007: History, Present, or Future?
What is your preferred setting for books? What about that setting appeals to you most? What are your favorite books with this setting?

I like pretty much a combination of them all, but I'd say my focus has usually been on the present. In more recent times, I've been getting into the future dystopian universe. I have 3 of those on their way to me in the mail.



What's Your Status comes from Butterfly Feet Walking On Life. The object is to post what you have finished in the last week, what you are currently reading, what you plan to read in the coming week, and what you want to buy next. You can also post about reviews you've written and memes you have done, though these aren't mandatory. And to take on a good suggestion from Marla @ Starting The Next Chapter and also post the status of my reading challenges (since I have two now).

Finished This Week:
Sloppy Firsts by Megan McCafferty (reread)
Jekel Loves Hyde by Beth Fantaskey

Currently Reading:
A Tale Of Two Pretties by Lisi Harrison (last book in The Clique series)
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
The Dark Divine by Bree Despain

To Be Read Next:
Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater

What To Buy Next:
Deadly Decisions by Kathy Reichs (book #3 in the Temperance Brennan series... once I finish book #2, I need the next one ready to go!)
Fallout by Ellen Hopkins

Reviews This Week:
Pants On Fire by Meg Cabot
Going Too Far by Jennifer Echols

Memes This Week:
Musing Monday #2
Teaser Tuesday #2
Waiting On Wednesday #2
Booking Through Thursday #1 AND Update Thursday #6
Follow Friday #3

Challenges Update:
Goodreads 2011 Reading Challenge: I'm at book number 14 of 50, which is 4 books behind. Working on getting ahead there!
Off The Shelf Challenge: I just started this one. I have the 5 books I'm going to read picked out. Just waiting to finish my library books first. ^_^


PHEW!! Now to get to reading and reviewing!

~Jessica