Dewey's 24 Hour Read-a-Thon discussion
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Leni wrote: "I second that! The Bloody Chamber and Nimona are both favourites of mine. Also, no October readathon without a Neil Gaiman!"Good to hear! I’ve read the first story or two in The Bloody Chamber, and they were so good, I’ve been saving it. October Dewey’s seems like good timing to pull it off the shelf at last. I’ve only read one Neil Gaiman (I know, I know) so looking forward to this one.
Glad to see you're here and all ready to go, Susan! The two graphic novels in my stack (Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story) and Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversations are both recommendations from you, so thank you!
Ann A wrote: "Glad to see you're here and all ready to go, Susan! The two graphic novels in my stack (Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story) and [book:Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversat..."Quiet Girl was so good! Have you read Book Love? So spot-on!
Ann A wrote: "Glad to see you're here and all ready to go, Susan! The two graphic novels in my stack (Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story) and [book:Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversat..."Hope you enjoy them, Ann. Good Talk is one of my favorite reads this year, and Quiet Girl in a Noisy World was spot on, I thought. Getting excited to see folks gearing up for the read-a-thon; can it really be just a week away?
Opening Survey!1) What fine part of the world are you reading from today?
Maryland on the East Coast USA
2) Which book in your stack are you most looking forward to?
Tough call — maybe The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter with her brilliant retellings of Grimm folk tales
3) Which snack are you most looking forward to?
Another tough call! Maybe the mango and sticky rice spring rolls from Trader Joe’s
4) Tell us a little something about yourself! I’m retired, very excited it’s time for another Readathon, and my reading buddy today is a black, white and tan pooch named Jaxie who is currently taking a post-prandial snooze
5) If you participated in the last read-a-thon, what’s one thing you’ll do different today? If this is your first read-a-thon, what are you most looking forward to? I’m going to participate in some of the reading sprints - they are such a great energy boost.
Susan wrote: "Opening Survey!1) What fine part of the world are you reading from today?
Maryland on the East Coast USA
2) Which book in your stack are you most looking forward to?
Tough call — maybe The Blood..."
I loved The Bloody Chamber!! I love dark fairy tale retellings! I would like to remember to participate in the reading sprints! lol
Hugs to your pup! I miss my furry friend like crazy on Readathon days (she left us one year ago).Hope you have a marvelous reading day!
Ann A wrote: "Hugs to your pup! I miss my furry friend like crazy on Readathon days (she left us one year ago).Hope you have a marvelous reading day!"
I'm so sorry about that, dear :(
And Susan! I hope you are having an amazing time during Dewey's :)
I have a puppy that will come home with me in about three weeks, so I guess we have that in common -- new pets. My little boy is named Huckleberry.
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I have never read a graphic novel, but Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story looks really interesting. I have added it to my 'to read one day' list.
Mid-Event Survey:1. What are you reading right now? A Study in Emerald by Neil Gaiman, a graphic novel
2. How many books have you read so far? Finished Nimona by Noelle Stevenson and taking a break from The Seven Dials Mystery by Agatha Christie and The Conception of Terror: Tales Inspired by M R. James audiobook
3. What book are you most looking forward to for the second half of the Read-a-thon? The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter. Note: It is becoming a tradition that whatever book I list here does not get read during the Readathon.
4. Have you had many interruptions? How did you deal with those? A week with very little sleep caught up with me and I ended up retreating to bed with an audiobook and falling asleep. Even after a nap, I’m still lagging so I’m just going to be happy with whatever reading I get done.
5. What surprises you most about the Read-a-thon, so far? I don’t have a row of Bingo yet.
Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Opening Survey!1) What fine part of the world are you reading from today?
Maryland on the East Coast USA
2) Which book in your stack are you most looking forward to?
Tough call — m..."
Yes, I hope I remember to participate, too, but it’s all good ;)
Ann A wrote: "Hugs to your pup! I miss my furry friend like crazy on Readathon days (she left us one year ago).Hope you have a marvelous reading day!"
I’m sorry, Ann. I know how that goes—even with a new furry friend, I miss my little guy something fierce. Hope your Readathon is going well!
Nádia wrote: "Ann A wrote: "Hugs to your pup! I miss my furry friend like crazy on Readathon days (she left us one year ago).Hope you have a marvelous reading day!"
I'm so sorry about that, dear :(
And Susan..."
Thanks, Nadia! I hope you have a good Readathon, too
Kelly wrote: "I have a puppy that will come home with me in about three weeks, so I guess we have that in common -- new pets. My little boy is named Huckleberry."How sweet, Kelly! I love the name you’ve picked. Wishing you many good times with your little pooch. Will he be participating in the next Readathon?
Hi Susan. Looks we have a lot in common. We are both from Maryland and we both read Nimona today! Max and I just wanted to stop by and say hi and cheer you on for the second half of the event.
Cynda wrote: "If you do get to read Balazac and the Little Chinese Seamtress, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. A decidedly good coming-of-age book during a Communitist regime."Thanks for the tip, Cynda. I hope to get to it one of these days because it looks interesting. So many books, so little time
Emma wrote: "I have never read a graphic novel, but Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story looks really interesting. I have added it to my 'to read one day' list."I hope you like it, Emma. I’d also recommend Book Love by the same author, with funny observations about readers and books
Cora wrote: "Hi Susan. Looks we have a lot in common. We are both from Maryland and we both read Nimona today! Max and I just wanted to stop by and say hi and cheer you on for the second half of the event."Hi, Cora! Hope you enjoyed Nimona as much as I did! I wish there was a sequel.....enjoy the rest of your Readathon!
Awake and ready to read! As soon as I make some coffee...
Coffee — check. Breakfast (two donuts and a banana for one handed eating)—check. Dog fed — check (but she is hinting for a bite of donut). Ready to read...
Closing Survey!How would you assess your reading overall?
I’ve read more hours at past Readathons,, but I’m happy with what got read this time:
—Nimona, Noelle Stevenson (completed)
—A Study in Emerald, Neil Gaiman (completed — this was great late night reading)
—The Seven Dial Mystery, Agatha Christie (completed)
—French Rhapsody, Antoine Laurain (about 1/4 read)
—The Bloody Chamber And Other Stories, Angela Carter (one story read)
—The Conception of Terror: Tales Inspired by M. R. James (audiobook)—(listened to 40 minutes)
And I am two squares (reading in costume, stretch break) away from a BINGO blackout, so three ROWS bingo-ed.
Did you have a stategy, and if so, did you stick to it?
I did have a plan, but I took a nap instead ;)
One thing I did differently this time was check out my library e-books (Nimona, A Study in Emerald, French Rhapsody and a couple poetry books I didn’t get to) a week early. They have been tantalizing me ever since.
What was your favorite snack?
Have to go with the chocolate-covered pretzels.
Wanna volunteer for our next event?
Maybe. Will have to see what’s happening in April
And my plan for the morning is to continue in readathon mode — I have books! I have snacks! It is a grey and rainy morning! — after a stroll dodging raindrops with the pooch
I like the way you think (continuing in Readathon mode)! I had planned to return for the last hour, but needed the snoozing more, so I figure I'm justified in finishing out the weekend in RAT mode and getting to other stuff tomorrow. Hee hee.By-the-way, I showed my husband the page from Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story that depicts "perfect date night" as her reading while the hubby is on his computer. That's totally us!
Ann A wrote: "I like the way you think (continuing in Readathon mode)! I had planned to return for the last hour, but needed the snoozing more, so I figure I'm justified in finishing out the weekend in RAT mode ..."Of course, I think you were perfectly justified in keeping reading! ;)
Me, too
Glad you enjoyed Quiet Girl in a Noisy World. I loved her insights and wonder what she will write next.
Great chatting. Until the next Readathon!
Susan wrote: "Closing Survey!How would you assess your reading overall?
I’ve read more hours at past Readathons,, but I’m happy with what got read this time:
—Nimona, Noelle Stevenson (completed)
—A Study in ..."
Great job, Susan! Love Nimona! Wish there were more!
Ann A wrote: "By-the-way, I showed my husband the page from Quiet Girl in a Noisy World: An Introvert's Story that depicts "perfect date night" as her reading while the hubby is on his computer. That's totally us!..."That is also me and my husband! ;)
Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Closing Survey!How would you assess your reading overall?
I’ve read more hours at past Readathons,, but I’m happy with what got read this time:
—Nimona, Noelle Stevenson (completed..."
Me, too, Elyse. A sequel would be super. Maybe someday....
Strange times, but I’m signed up for the April Dewey’s Readathon And that’s something to look forward to!
Susan wrote: "Strange times, but I’m signed up for the April Dewey’s Readathon And that’s something to look forward to!"Agree!
Susy wrote: "Susan wrote: "Strange times, but I’m signed up for the April Dewey’s Readathon And that’s something to look forward to!"Agree!"
Can’t wait ;)
Elyse wrote: "Welcome back!"Same to you, Elyse! I’m really looking forward to the Readathon — might start making my pre-pre-pre-Readathon list today
Susan wrote: "Elyse wrote: "Welcome back!"Same to you, Elyse! I’m really looking forward to the Readathon — might start making my pre-pre-pre-Readathon list today"
I may have already done that...weeks ago...lol. I'm too excited!
Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Elyse wrote: "Welcome back!"Same to you, Elyse! I’m really looking forward to the Readathon — might start making my pre-pre-pre-Readathon list today"
I may have already done that....."
Lol. Making lists is part of the fun ;)
Susan wrote: "Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Elyse wrote: "Welcome back!"Same to you, Elyse! I’m really looking forward to the Readathon — might start making my pre-pre-pre-Readathon list today"
I may have alrea..."
Absolutely!! And then veering off those lists! lol
Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Elyse wrote: "Welcome back!"Same to you, Elyse! I’m really looking forward to the Readathon — might start making my pre-pre-pre-Readathon list today"
I ..."
Exactly!
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Starting to get a bit organized. I’ve got a grocery delivery coming Friday so my snacks could change depending on what’s available. And I’m going to look through some more book piles, but here’s what I’ve got so far:Book Choice Ideas
Bloodchild and Other Stories, Octavia Butler (science fiction)
Kindred, Octavia Butler (science fiction)
Black Water Lilies, Michel Bussi (mystery)
Business as Usual, Jane Oliver & Ann Stafford (novel)
Boxers, Gene Luen Yang (graphic)
Saints, Gene Luen Yang (graphic)
Olive Kitteridge, Elizabeth Strout (short stories)
The Captain of the Pole Star and Other Tales, Arthur Conan Doyle (thriller)
The Highly Trained Dogs of Professor Petit, Carol Ryrie Brink (children’s)
Greensleeves, Eloise Jarvis McGraw (YA)
Snacks:
Hummus and baby carrots
Dried mango
Miniature chocolates
Oranges
Maybe something salty and/or sweet...
What great variety you have in your book list! And (mostly) nice, healthy snacks. I've got some prepping to do ;)
Susan wrote: "Starting to get a bit organized. I’ve got a grocery delivery coming Friday so my snacks could change depending on what’s available. And I’m going to look through some more book piles, but here’s wh..."Great list of books and snacks! I hated Olive Kitteridge. lol. I actually liked the second book a little better but Olive is a very hard pill to swallow.
Elyse wrote: "Susan wrote: "Starting to get a bit organized. I’ve got a grocery delivery coming Friday so my snacks could change depending on what’s available. And I’m going to look through some more book piles,..." She is an unappealing character (at least so far) but the writing is sooo good
Starting to feel a bit organized with updated book list and meals/snacks. Book Choice Ideas
Paper —
Black Water Lilies, Michel Bussi (mystery)—yay! arrived today
The Plot Against America, Philip Roth (novel)
Business as Usual, Jane Oliver & Ann Stafford (novel)
Alive Together, Lisel Mueller (poetry)
The Queen’s Gambit, Walter Tevis (novel)
A Wolf by the Ears, Wayne Karlin (historical novel)
Libby/Hoopla (Library) —
Boxers, Gene Luen Yang (graphic)
Saints, Gene Luen Yang (graphic)
The Malice of Measure, ed. Martin Edwards (mystery short stories)
Kindle—
Airs Above Ground, Mary Stewart (suspense)—currently reading
The Captain of the Pole Star and Other Tales, Arthur Conan Doyle (thriller)
The Highly Trained Dogs of Professor Petit, Carol Ryrie Brink (children’s)
Bloodchild and Other Stories, Octavia Butler (science fiction)
Meals —
Breakfast: mixed berry scone, banana, and coffee
Lunch: ham and cheese sandwich, cup of Amy’s vegetable soup
Dinner: order in barbecue with green beans and potato salad OR fabulous frozen pizza and salad
Snacks:
Hummus and baby carrots
Dried mango
Miniature chocolates
Oranges
Popcorn
Lemon sandwich cookies
Bully stick for Jaxie Pup
Looking forward to reading tomorrow!
I love how organised you are! Good luck, Susan.
Vicki Willis wrote: "Have a great thon!"Thanks! You, too, Vicki!
Dannii wrote: "I love how organised you are! Good luck, Susan."It may look that way, Danni, but appearances can be deceiving ;). Have a great Readathon!
Opening Survey1) What fine part of the world are you reading from today? Maryland, USA
2) Which book in your stack are you most looking forward to? The Captain of the Pole Star and Other Tales by Arthur Conan Doyle. Might even start with that one
3) Which snack are you most looking forward to? Watching my pup chowing down on her special treat, a foot long bully stick, will be a lot of fun. And a breakfast scone is warming in the oven right now for me—yum!
4) Tell us a little something about yourself! I’m retired and sheltering in place with pooch Jaxie. Thank goodness for texts, emails, telephones, Zooms and other ways of keeping in touch....and ordering books ;)
5) If you participated in the last read-a-thon, what’s one thing you’ll do different today? If this is your first read-a-thon, what are you most looking forward to? Going to try for fewer distractions, more reading
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