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2018 Group Bookshelf Reading Calendar
@Anna & Allison, what are the plans for figuring out the 2019 reread schedule? Just curious. (Can you tell yet that I love finding out about systems and rules and protocols? Probably has something to do with why I love all kinds of games so much.)
I posted the 2019 plan here. It'll be its own topic eventually, I wanted to make sure people had a chance to comment before it's too late.And yes, I also like knowing how things work!
Since it's so unfortunately hidden on the previous page, here's the 2019 plan again, comments are still welcome, it's not too late to have your say!Starting in 2019 we'll be voting and scheduling for three months at a time, and the poll will opened closer to the start date.
Voting will take place in:
- November for January-March
- February for April-June
- May for July-September
- August for October-December
Schedule will be posted by the end of the voting month. That'll give you 1.5 months to get your hands on the first books.
The polls will be closed at the end of the voting period, but opened again after the schedule is posted. Votes cast during this time will not affect the official group rereads, but you can use it as a tool to gauge interest for potential extra buddy reads. All votes will be cleared about a week before the next voting period starts.
Here are the links to our September rereads starting on the 15th.Let us know if you're planning on reading one or both!
The Eye of the World
"The Eye of the World" First Thoughts *No Spoilers*
"The Eye of the World" Final Thoughts *Spoilers*
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
"Dirk Gently" First Impressions *No Spoilers*
"Dirk Gently" Finished Reading *Spoilers*
"Dirk Gently" So about those laughs...*Spoilers*
I have Dirk Gently on my TBR and look forward to re-read the book that got my sis and me into the English romantic poets.
I also kind of want to reread Dirk, but I don't know if now is the time for that.
I’m reading “The Eye of the World.” One of my good friends has been urging me to start The Wheel of Time so this is a good opportunity to do so.
I probably won't read Eye of the World again, but I will definitely follow along. I've read that book so many times, it's always nice to see it from the perspective of new readers.I've been wanting to read Dirk Gently for a while now. I'm not sure if I'll have time, but I'll try to get it from the library.
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I should probably join that BR too. I've been hearing great things about the Wheel of Time. I have a used bookstore near me so I'll have to check it out.
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Or if you have access to Amazon US, Sarah, our friendly neighborhood book pusher, informs us that it's on sale in Kindle today! Join us. Find yourself committed to 14 books all large enough to hunt with!
Ahhh Allison you just made me laugh out loud very loudly. Thank you for that!
Haha they are very large and in charge!
Allison wrote: "Patrick wrote: "I should probably join that BR too. I've been hearing great things about the Wheel of Time. I have a used bookstore near me so I'll have to check it out."Or if you have access to ..."
Hmm. The sale is relatively minor as ebook sales tend to go. $120 USD for 14 books instead of $140 USD. So $8.57 per book instead of $9.99 Unless I’ve missed a sale?
Oh I see, the sale is only for the first book. Never mind...
My used bookstore sells paperbacks from anywhere from $1 to $3. Maybe look for used bookstores near you to see if you can find a good deal! If you're trying to get all 14 books get whatever they have and use amazon for the rest?
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Yeah, sorry. They want to reel you in. Although CBRetriever advises that it's possible to get the whole collection for under $100 (I think significantly less than, but my memory isn't trustworthy enough to guess) if you're patient.
@Allison LOL. I’m totally changing my name to: SarahTheFriendlyNeighboorhoodBookPusher.
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:D heeheehee!
Patrick wrote: "My used bookstore sells paperbacks from anywhere from $1 to $3. Maybe look for used bookstores near you to see if you can find a good deal! If you're trying to get all 14 books get whatever they ..."
My poor old man eyes could never imagine reading gigantic tomes such as these in what I would guess is pretty small print paperback editions. Its ebooks for me all the way. But since I’ll be spreading these big bad boys out, I can also parcel out the expense over time.
Haha ebook large print...got it ;)
I'll be reading along for Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency. My library hold came in so I'll pick it up in a few days.
Anna wrote: "Here are the links to our September rereads starting on the 15th.Let us know if you're planning on reading one or both!"
I’ve already read both within the past 12 months, but I look forward to spying on the discussions. I’ll be in for Children of Time next month.
Allison wrote: "Find yourself committed to 14 books all large enough to hunt with!"
Ah ha, so that’s why the second book is called The Great Hunt. Don’t forget the prequel. It isn't suitable for hunting, but it would be useful for self defense against small to medium insects.
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Amanda, don't worry. I started EotW with a buddy read in...April? and they're all on something like book 7 or higher. You take all the time you need!
Well I was able to get the Dirk Gently e-book from my library with no hold, so I think I will start it right away for some humor after Midnight Robber. I'll post my thoughts on the threads.
Bobby wrote: "Well I was able to get the Dirk Gently e-book from my library with no hold, so I think I will start it right away for some humor after Midnight Robber. I'll post my thoughts on the threads."I'll be with you. I'm also reading Midnight Robber at the moment and Dirk Gently is waiting on my analogue shelf.
Allison wrote: "Anthony wrote: "Oh I see, the sale is only for the first book. Never mind..."... it's possible to get the whole collection for under $100 (I think significantly less than, but my memory isn't trustworthy enough to guess) if you're patient."
If you are actually patient, I hear there are these things called public libraries that let you borrow their books.
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Gabi wrote: "Bobby wrote: "Well I was able to get the Dirk Gently e-book from my library with no hold, so I think I will start it right away for some humor after Midnight Robber. I'll post my thoughts on the th..."My friends George, Charles, and Noah advise me that you probably should use analog if you mean "non-digital". But I like the way you think!
I feel like I might sleep through Sep 15th, so here's your reminder a day early.Rereads starting tomorrow:
The Eye of the World
"The Eye of the World" First Thoughts *No Spoilers*
"The Eye of the World" Final Thoughts *Spoilers*
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
"Dirk Gently" First Impressions *No Spoilers*
"Dirk Gently" Finished Reading *Spoilers*
"Dirk Gently" So about those laughs...*Spoilers*
Anna wrote: "I feel like I might sleep through Sep 15th, so here's your reminder a day early.Rereads starting tomorrow:
The Eye of the World
"The Eye of the World" First Thoughts *No Spoilers*
..."
I kind of jumped the gun on Dirk Gently and finished it in 2 days, but I'll be following the threads if anyone else plans to join in.
Here are the rereads starting October 15th.Will you be joining?
Children of Time >> First impressions | Final thoughts
The Eyre Affair >> First impressions | Final thoughts
I finished Children of Time last night, I finally read it! All I'll say is that if you don't have a problem with spiders and bugs, you'll probably love it. If you do, you'll need anxiety meds! If you make it through though, you might end up liking spiders a little bit more? The audio was great.
Definitely in for Children of Time. Haven't read it yet and really looking forward to it. That's up next!Hopeful Eyre Affair, if it comes in from the library in time. That's a reread though, so more likely to get bumped if I run short on time.
I had been planning to read Children of Time this month, but I decided to wait. Somebody in the “Which new releases are you most looking forward to?” thread pointed out that a related book is being published next year. Even if Children of Time stands alone fine, which I assume it does, I’d rather wait and read them together. It’s not like I don’t have anything else I want to read. :)
It’s definitely a stand-alone; I’m curious how (and why) he continues the universe as I didn’t think it warranted a sequel, but since I love his SF I’m reading it anyway, haha.
I really enjoyed this book. I’ m still afraid of spiders though!
Rereads starting on November 15th.Are you joining?
The Neverending Story >> First impressions | Final thoughts
The Lies of Locke Lamora >> First impressions | Final thoughts
Also remember to vote for 2019 rereads!
The first time I can get a book from the library! Yeah! (Although the first reaction of the librarian upon my request for Neverending Story was "oh, I don't know if we have this, this is such an old book" ???
I bought The Lies of Locke Lamora when someone informed me of sale like 4 months ago. I am ready!
I’ve had it for a while as well so will join the reading :)
Lies of Locke Lamora just cleared my library hold for the e-book last night, so that works out perfectly.
Anna wrote: "Rereads starting on November 15th.Are you joining?"
I’ll be joining for The Neverending Story, although by “joining” I mean I’m going to stay far away from the discussion threads until I finish reading the book myself and then I’ll read them all and comment if I have anything to say. :)
I actually plan to start it later tonight, because now is the time when it fits best in my schedule. I know nothing about the story, so it will hopefully be a fun surprise. I love going into things blind.
I loved Lies of Locke Lamora. One of my favorites I read this year. Just pay attention to the flashbacks so you don’t get confused on when the “current” time is vs the past.
Ready for tomorrow?The Neverending Story >> First impressions | Final thoughts
The Lies of Locke Lamora >> First impressions | Final thoughts
While I have your attention, remember to vote for 2019 rereads! You have until Nov 25th.
Also make sure you've voted in the last polls of 2018, the scifi poll has been very tight since the beginning. Remember that you can change your vote. Voting ends at Nov 15, 2018 11:59PM PST. (So go vote for Zhang! :P)
Thanks, Anna, I must have completely missed the December poll! I did wonder why there was no news about what we were reading :DIs Lies of Locke Lamora a re-read? I have it on audio but apparently not noted it down in my calendar.
Yep, Locke and Neverending are the November rereads :)
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