Introduce Yourself to the Group - 2016! Showing 751-800 of 1,288

[Kristie]

Greetings! I'm Kristie, and I live in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota

I read all kinds of stuff, but my favorite has been mysteries since I was a kid reading Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys. I also enjoy science fiction, fantasy, YA, middle grade, and whatever sounds good.

I stumbled across the Modern Mrs. Darcy challenge recently, and then thought I'd look what groups might be discussing that challenge, and this was one of the groups that popped up. Glad to be here!

My overall goal for this year is 60 books, though that might end up being revised upward, since I'm well ahead of schedule.

I've always had a lot of hobbies, though reading will always be the first love, and my highest number of books read in a year was 73 in 2008. Late that year I also happened to learn how to knit, and my reading numbers plummeted to all-time low of 13 in 2010. Since then I've been working my way back up again, hoping for maybe around 100 books a year eventually. But I'd be happy with less, as long as it's never as low as 13 again!

[Raika]

Hi,
I'm Raika, I'm 23 and I live in Germany.
I like many different genres but recently I'm hooked on YA, Sci-Fi, dystopian novels.
I've had lists, you know that old fashioned lists on paper, full of books I wanted to read but with goodreads it'll be a lot easier to actually read all of them.

Have a nice day everyone :)

[Shane]

Hi everyone,

I'm from Hervey Bay in QLD, Australia. I'm a high school teacher and have been for the last few years. I have an incredible job that I find highly rewarding, albeit challenging.

One of my favourite ways to pass the time is to read for pleasure.

I have been on a bit of a dark fantasy high of late, exploring some grim dark series from Joe Abercrombie and Steven Erikson.

I do love exploring the darker side of humanity through well written prose. However, I am a sucker for the lighter (at least thematically) fiction that may strike a positive chord within my emotive nature. Yes, I have feelings.

I am a huge fan of all types of literature (I know! How does he define this term!), but I love Cormac McCarthy, Albert Camus, Neil Gaiman, Douglass Adams, George Orwell and Ernest Hemmingway to name but a few.

I plan on tackling some huge novels this year, so wish me luck!

Cheers!

[Shane]

Hi everyone,

I'm from Hervey Bay in QLD, Australia. I'm a high school teacher and have been for the last few years. I have an incredible job that I find highly rewarding, albeit challenging.

One of my favourite ways to pass the time is to read for pleasure.

I have been on a bit of a dark fantasy high of late, exploring some grim dark series from Joe Abercrombie and Steven Erikson.

I do love exploring the darker side of humanity through well written prose. However, I am a sucker for the lighter (at least thematically) fiction that may strike a positive chord within my emotive nature. Yes, I have feelings.

I am a huge fan of all types of literature (I know! How does he define this term!), but I love Cormac McCarthy, Albert Camus, Neil Gaiman, Douglass Adams, George Orwell and Ernest Hemmingway to name but a few.

I plan on tackling some huge novels this year, so wish me luck!

Cheers!

[860BookMonger]

Hello everyone! I'm Kelley and I am a HUGE reader! I am currently reading Queen of the Damned by Ann Rice. Happy to be here!

[Aurora]

Hello Kelley! Welcome to the group!

[Latricia]

Hello Everyone, My name is Latricia. I live in Miami Florida. I've been married for 1 year and I have two kids. I love reading suspense, nonfiction, biographies, and books made into movies. My goal for 2016 is to read 50 books.

[Karen]

Hi Hi Everyone!
I am Karen. I live in San Diego, California. I am married with 6 kids, all wonderful! I love to read, and write as well. Haven't been reading as much as I would like to, so thought I would give this a try. I really love all types of books, but my favorite is probably Fantasy, Sci-Fi. Can't wait to read my way through 2016!

[Winter, Group Reads]

Welcome everyone! I look forward to getting to know you all :) Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions!

[Heather]

Hi everyone! My name is Heather and I'm new to the group. I joined goodreads at the beginning of the year and started reading but didn't know about groups until now!

I'm originally from the United States but now live in London, England with my husband (who I met online and had a long distance relationship for 4 years, now we have closed the distance). He's not an avid reader but I am so this is my little literary escape and somewhere I can talk about the books I've read and find new ones to read.

This year I'm reading 25 books as a start but I probably will end up reading more.

I'm a total kindle addict (I had to leave my bookshelves behind when I moved overseas) and while I'm not reading, I'm usually knitting, cross stitching, or crocheting. And if I'm feeling like setting down the crafts, I'm playing on our PS4 (psn username: PlasmidPower).

I usually end up reading science fiction books and like alternate future and post apocalyptic books (like Margaret Atwood) but will read anything. I love getting new recommendations and finding a book I love, but wouldn't have picked up if left to my own devices in a bookshop. I'm not a fan of cop/detective thrillers (but if you know an amazing one, change my mind haha)

Feel free to add me as a friend on here :)

[TheBlonde]

Hi everyone!

I'm Adrienne and I live in the UK (Wales, to be specific).

My goal for 2016 is 55 books (I usually read around 100 a year but had a very low 2015 with moving into my first house and spending valuable reading time unpacking boxes. Mostly of books).

I am a book hoarder, don't own a kindle and have books in every available space in my house (including the kitchen cupboards). I read pretty much anything fiction wise besides crime (I do sometimes, but it's not something I seek out).

I read a lot of classics and have a soft spot for romance/chick-lit. Especially the current trend for chick-lit where girls open cupcake or sweet shops :)

Feel free to add me as I'm new to Goodreads and still figuring out how this all works!

Good luck with all your challenges :D

[Shashi]

It is my pleasure to join this group. I am Shashi, author of Songs of the Mist I am from India, based out of Chennai.

Looking forward to some good interaction and interesting conversation about books. I love reading about Psychology, Spirituality and Literary fiction as well as Haiku - The worlds's most popular style of Poetry originated in Japan.

Cheers!!

[Syakirah]

Hi!!

I'm Syakirah from Malaysia. I've just joined Goodreads recently so am still trying to get used to it. I found out about this group when I was scrolling the page.

I like reading thriller/crime and sometimes YA. Last year I started reading more romance and contemporary. Also, I'm an English major student so I also have to read a lot of literature for the courses, well mostly classical.

I never have a reading goal and also never participated in readalong. I guess I have to start thinking of the goal now and hopefully can participate in readalong soon ☺

[Sonya]

Hi, i'm sonia
I'm from Algeria. I love reading and i joined the group to share the merit of books. Currently i'm looking for books of fiction that deal with exile and the quest of identity. For example, novels that narrate the american indian transformation.
So, any recommendations everyone?

[Sara]

Hi, I am Sara. I have been a member of Goodreads for a couple years, but I only recently started participating with Amazon's decision to close Shelfari. I live in Pittsburgh, PA with my husband, dog, and three sons.

I read mostly literary fiction, classics, non-fiction (history and memoirs mostly), and fantasy. I am also attempting to read my way through the 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die.

I usually read about 60 books in a year, and enjoy making lists and challenging myself, so this group appears to be right up my alley.

[Rebecca]

Hi! I'm Rebecca. I try to read a book a week. I am in two book clubs each month. One is a small group of women and we take turns selecting books to read. Some fiction some nonfiction. The other book club is through the library. We also vary what we read. Our first book selection was The Help and the latest is All The Bright Places. We also throw in nonfiction and classics. I usually read several books at the same time. One I listen to on my commute and one or more that I am reading in print.

[Dean]

I hated sitting in traffic until I started listening to audio books. Then it didn't seem so bad. Plus I listened to some great books.

[Liza]

Hello. My name is Liza (pronounced "Lisa." I am a wife and stay at home mom. I hadn't read a novel for a long time, but since I became acquainted with Good Reads, I haven't been able to stop. I've just about surpassed my goal of 12 books for the year! Thank you for helping me rekindle my love for reading books.

[Christine]

WELCOME EVERYONE!

[Gino Fernando]

Hi everyone, I'm Gino Fernando and let me introduce to yo all

- Where are you from?
I'm a peruvian currently living in Brazil :)

- What kinds of books do you like to read?
I don't have a particular kind of book interest, I want to have an unique experience on every book I'll read, since entertaining, reflection till education!

- How did you find our group?
I was looking for a group so I can find people who believe that reading it's an important activity for intellectual and personal development. Since I don't have many friends who likes to read, I need some "group" that I can share this
Also, I'm in this status "I want to read but don't know that to read" so I expect some kind of guidance about tips, recommendations, conversation and stuff

- What's your reading goal?
My first goal will be 1book per month, but I want to increase this rate till 1 book per week in a future : )


EXTRA:
Beforehand I'm excusing me for my poor english! hehe
Greetings and Happy Reading!

[Leeannhull]

Hi, I'm Leeann and I live in Northern Ireland, I've set a goal of 30 books but with three young children I may be pushing it!

[Dean]

Reading to your children should count toward your goal. That's one of the most important things a parent can do. Instill the love of reading in your kids.

[Jordan]

Hi all! My name is Jordan and I'm from South Carolina in the US. I pretty much read everything, but mysteries, psychological thrillers and true crime are a few of my favorite genes.
I work in a library in the children's area so I also enjoy reading fiction for kids and teens!
My main reading goal is to broaden my horizons and branch out into reading some different genres.
I'm looking forward to chatting with you all!

[Aurora]

Hi Liza, Gino Fernando, Leeann and Jordan! Welcome to the group :)

[Amanda]

Hello all, I'm Amanda and relatively new to goodreads. My reading challenge is for 35 books this year and hope to step outside my comfort zone - not too far though! But, I would like to read more non-fiction books and some of those that I wouldn't normally try. I generally like reading mysteries, and stories about interesting or quirky people.

[Karin]

Sara wrote: "Hi, I am Sara. I have been a member of Goodreads for a couple years, but I only recently started participating with Amazon's decision to close Shelfari. I live in Pittsburgh, PA with my husband, do..."

Great to see you here :).

[Nour]

Hello everybody ,
my name is Nour. Im arabic and I'm from Palestine.
i'm new to goodread but i'm really enjoying it !
i read almost everything ,novels , poetry , science , history , religion, philosophy and politics .
my challenge is 2 books a month and i hope to accomplish it.
i really like the group , it's active and alive .
HAPPY READING :)

[Jessica]

Hello, name is Jessica. I live on Maui, at least for the next couple of months, then I will be in Oregon. I try to keep open minded with the books I read. But I tend to steer towards young adult and fantasy. This group showed up on the "groups page", when I was looking at my own groups. My goal for this is year is to read close to 50 books. Last time I got close was in 2012, since then I haven't really read much. So I am wanting to at least surpass what I read in 2012. I think I am on the right track so far. This month I have read 6, almost 7 books!

[Aurora]

Welcome to the group Emily, Nour and Jessica! :)

[Kadijah Michelle]

Welcome to all the new members! It is so nice to see so many new people so interested in reading.

[Sid]

Hello. I am Sid from California. Relatively new to Goodreads and wanted to join this group to get some more structure to my reading. I have a tendency to start numerous books at once and not finishing enough of them.

I hope to be motivated by joining a book club to actually finish what I start.

I read pretty much all genres, though have never read any romance or really any "whodoneit" type mysteries (e.g., Christie). I tend to read a lot more non fiction than fiction in general.

Thanks!

[Winter, Group Reads]

Welcome everyone!

[Christine]

WELCOME EVERYONE!

[Ayla]

Hi i'm Ayla I'm from Florida. I love to read all kind of genre's. My reading goal for this year is 80 books, and I'm excited to do this because it would be a great personal accomplishment for me. I love suggestion and chatting my feeling away about a book lol. Love to get to know everyone and get to my personal goal :)

[Ayush]

Hey guys, I'm Ayush. I'm from India. I wanted to join a Reading Challenge group as soon as I discovered them (recently). I love discussing books with friends who read but now most of my friends are occupied and have different priorities (we grow up, right?)

I read (or am open to reading) almost anything except romance.

Anyway, I already bought my book of the month (March '16). I'll see you guys in the discussion thread.

[Annette]

Hello there! I'm Annette and I just discovered Good Reads. I've been wanting to read more and then went in search of a challenge group. The choices were quite overwhelming! My goal this year is 25. I've always loved to read, but seem to go in spurts the past few years. Busy and tired I guess like a lot of us! I like to read a variety of things, mostly fiction. I love a good dog book of any kind, memoirs, and horror. Happy reading!

[Erika]

Hello :)
I'm Erika and I'm from California. I love Goodreads, I use the app on my phone everyday!
I mostly like to read YA but I'm also into Fiction, Mystery and History.
This year I decided to shoot for 25 books. Last year I tried the 52 which is a book a week and it was just too difficult for me. I feel much safer in this goal. So far I've got 3 down! On my list this year I thought I would be adventurous and add a Horror book, but I have no idea what to read! Paranormal is what I'm going for. Any suggestions or recommendations would be incredibly helpful.
I hope everyone has a blast reading!

[Eleonora]

Hello! I'm Eleonora and I'm from Italy. I love reading and since I discovered GoodReads I'm a huge fan of challenges =)
This year I'd like to read 'new' genres for me, more biographies and non-fiction.
Happy reading! :)

[Vivvie]

Hi everyone! My name is Viviana and I'm from Italy.
I've recently started using goodreads and still trying to understand how it works.
I love reading and the more I get older the more I enjoy it! I'd be interested to meet people in groups who, like me, enjoy getting lost in words...
I like reading fictions, history, philosophy, art books...not so much into fantasy, mistery novels.
I've set 80 books as a goal - trying to push a bit this year, hope to find the time to accomplish it!
Looking forward to meeting new people, and have new suggestions and talks about books!
Happy reading day ( or moments) to everyone!

[Winter, Group Reads]

Welcome everyone! Looking forward to getting to know you all!

[Monica]

Hello! I'm Monica from Italy (Padova nearby of Venice).
I love reading since I was a child and I like above all fictions, mistery and history.
I love challenges and Goodreads is the right place :)
Happy reading to all

[Ally]

Hi All! My name is Ally and I'm currently residing in Connecticut. I am HUGE goodreads addict and have a whopping 1300 or so books on my 'to-read' list. I calculated that if I read 50 books a year I could read them by the time I'm 53 1/2 haha. Trying to get through a BUNCH of 'classics' I never got around to reading this year, as well as some contemporary non-fiction and a few 'guilty pleasure' reads :)

[Blagica , Challenges]

welcome everyone wow Ally that is awesome which classic are you looking to the most!

[Stephanie]

Hi Everyone,

I'm Stephanie from Indonesia. I like all genre of book esp fantasy, fiction, and mystery.
I found this group when search randomly at group list.
My goal is to read 50 books this year hope can be accomplished.
Im looking for any recommendations. happy reading :)

[Sasi]

hi guys,
I am sasi from India.Wonderful to meet all new people here . i kind of read most of fiction and psychology .I have started reading a year ago . i have a personal goal of reading 3 books a month. i am currently exploring books about africa (stories of rebellions ) war and more . if there is book that pops up on your mind when you see this ,can you recommend it to me . looking forward to be part of lot of discussion here .yay

[Mariah]

Hi! I just found out about goodreads recently and decided to join a group. My goal for this year is to read 50 books. I like fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction, contemporary and I love mystery books. :)
OH, i'm from The U.S

[Ellie]

Hello,

I am Ellie from Bulgaria. I like to read different books from Tolstoy to Pratchett, depending on my mood.
I found the group while I was just browsing in GR, looking for nothing in particular.
I have a big pile of books to read and I hope to read at least the half of it this year. The thing is that it's getting bigger each day.

[Ayush]

Welcome to the group Stephanie, Sasi, Mariah and Ellie. You guys have ambitious goals.

I idolize people who are able to read so many books a year. B-)

[Ellie]

Thank you, Ayush.
Well, to have a goal is one thing, to achieve it is another :) I hope I will achieve mine, but only time will show.

[Andrea]

Hi! I'm Andrea and I'm an 18 year old girl from Norway. My reading goal this year are 20 books, but in all secrecy I hope to reach a little over that goal, but we'll see!

I love fantasy, physiological thrillers, crime and I basically read whatever people recommend to me :)

I hope to get lots of new friends and reading buddies on here so feel free to send me a friend request or follow my updates!

Much love xx