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bamaace83 ’s comments from the Around the Year in 52 Books group.

I'm determined to work hard on making this happen this year!

The 2019 List

1. A book that was nominated for or won an award in a genre you enjoy
2. A book with one of the 5 W's in the title (Who, What, Where, When, Why)
3. A book where the author’s name contains A, T, and Y
4. A book with a criminal character (i.e. assassin, pirate, thief, robber, scoundrel etc)

5. A book by Shakespeare or inspired by Shakespeare
6. A book with a dual timeline
7. 2 books related to the same topic, genre, or theme: Book #1
8. 2 books related to the same topic, genre, or theme: Book #2

9. A book from one of the top 5 money making genres (romance/erotica, crime/mystery, religious/inspirational, science fiction/fantasy or horror)
10. A book featuring an historical figure
11. A book related to one of the 12 Zodiac Chinese Animals (title, cover, subject)
12. A book about reading, books or an author/writer

13. A book that is included on a New York Public Library Staff Picks list
14. A book with a title, subtitle or cover relating to an astronomical term
15. A book by an author from a Mediterranean country or set in a Mediterranean country
16. A book told from multiple perspectives
17. A speculative fiction (i.e. fantasy, scifi, horror, dystopia)

18. A book related to one of the elements on the periodic table of elements
19. A book by an author who has more than one book on your TBR
20. A book featuring indigenous people of a country
21. A book from one of the polarizing or close call votes

22. A book with a number in the title or on the cover
23. 4 books inspired by the wedding rhyme: Book #1 Something Old
24. 4 books inspired by the wedding rhyme: Book #2 Something New
25. 4 books inspired by the wedding rhyme: Book #3 Something Borrowed

26. 4 books inspired by the wedding rhyme: Book #4 Something Blue
27. A book off of the 1001 books to read before you die list
28. A book related to something cold (i.e. theme, title, author, cover, etc.)
29. A book published before 1950
30. A book featuring an elderly character

31. A children’s classic you’ve never read
32. A book with more than 500 pages
33. A book you have owned for at least a year, but have not read yet
34. A book with a person's name in the title

35. A psychological thriller
36. A book featured on an NPR Best Books of the Year list
37. A book set in a school or university
38. A book not written in traditional novel format (poetry, essay, epistolary, graphic novel, etc)

39. A book with a strong sense of place or where the author brings the location/setting to life
40. A book you stumbled upon
41. A book from the 2018 GR Choice Awards
42. A book with a monster or "monstrous" character
43. A book related to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) [fiction or nonfiction]

44. A book related in some way to a tv show/series or movie you enjoyed (same topic, same era, book appeared in the show/movie, etc.)
45. A multi-generational saga
46. A book with a (mostly) black cover
47. A book related to food (i.e. title, cover, plot, etc.)

48. A book that was a finalist or winner for the National Book Award for any year
49. A book written by a Far East Asian author or set in a Far East Asian country
50. A book that includes a journey (physical, health, or spiritual)
51. A book published in 2019
52. A book with a weird or intriguing title

I started this last year but never really was able to follow through. My goal in 2019 is to make this happen. Thanks so much for the fun spreadsheet options. I've already written some of the challenges in my new planner!

- What are you reading this week?



- Was it difficult for you to find a book without an "e" in the title?

Not really because there are several I still need to read.

- What do you think about choosing a book by its title?

It's a fun way to find a book.

I'm late to post but I actually read this book last week. I just now am finding time to catch up on all my posts.

- What are you reading this week?



- What made you pick this book in 2016? Any reason you didn't read it?

It was a free book on Amazon by an author I like. Time ran away from me.

- Which other book did you really want to read but didn't open last year?

There are way too many to choose from!
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What are you reading this week?

The Clique

What do you prefer the best: a 1st person point of view, a third person point of view or multiple points of view?

I usually prefer 1st person point of views but I'm open to reading any book, depending on the story line.

Is there a kind of point of view that is easier for you to connect with (gender, country, age, etc)?

No, I think it depends on the story how well I connect to it.

Hi my name is Anna. I made a New Years resolution to get back into reading. I have been in several reading challenges in the past and I know it helps me deal with the stress of every day life. I usually read Romance, Fiction, and Thriller/Mystery but I'm open to reading anything and everything. I've already branched out this year and read a book I normally wouldn't have read. I'm looking forward to seeing where this year of reading takes my brain! Nice to meet everyone.

What are you reading this week?
Rebel of the Sands

In which category was your book nominated? Did it win?
Debut Goodreads Author, Yes

Is there another Choice Awards book you're very interested in?
Yes! Truly Madly Guilty It Ends with Us