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Introduce Yourself to the Group - 2018!
Rebecca wrote: "Hello everyone! My name is Becky (or Rebecca) and I live in Texas. I have been a member of GR for a few years but have really been utilizing the site since I have cut way back on most social media ..."Hi Becky welcome! Thay does sound like an amazing job and i am sure people really need your notes. I think career changes are important until you find something you love. As far as making a list that is completely up to you. Look around at everything we have to offer and most importantly have fun!
Hi everyone! My name is Alexis -- I was a really big reader in elementary school and the beginning of middle school, but then harder courses got in the way and we had to read longer books for school, so my pleasurable reading fell by the wayside. After graduating from undergrad and graduate school, I wanted to get back in the habit of reading.I don't currently have a favorite genre of books. I've found that I most enjoy memoirs and mysteries, but I'll read just about anything!
This year my goal is to read 52 books! I joined Goodreads at the tail end of 2016 and started with the goal of reading 14 books in 2017. I surpassed that goal rather quickly and read 40 books last year. So far I've read 17 books, so I am on my way to reaching my goal again!
Alexis wrote: "Hi everyone! My name is Alexis -- I was a really big reader in elementary school and the beginning of middle school, but then harder courses got in the way and we had to read longer books for schoo..."Hi Alexis welcome! We are so happy to have you join us. Congratulations on finishing your degrees that is something you should be so proud of. I wish you so much luck with all your reading adventures if you need anything just ask!
Hello all,I’m Elisa from the Seattle area. I love reading but I’m not great at finding time to do so so I’m shooting for a goal of 10 books this year. I wanted to join this group because as I scrolled through the group’s bookshelf, I found that I was interested in reading all the past books you have read in this group and I would like to read along with you in the future. I love your book-a-month format. Excited to join the group.
Happy reading!
Hello, I'm Alec from Indiana and I enjoy reading YA fantasy and sci-fi and conteporaries. Though every now and then I like to read middle grade because of how lighthearted they can be. I found this group by scrolling around Goodreads browsing the different things I can do on this website. My goal is to read at least 17 books before summer.
Welcome to the group everyone, thank you for joining us! I know it can be a bit overwhelming in the beginning, but just take your time finding your way around the group and join the challenges and group reads when you feel like it :)Please don't hesitate to ask any questions and happy reading!
Virginia wrote: "Hello everyone! I'm Virginia, I'm from Argentina. I like to read all kinds of books and I'm always looking for new experiences. My goal this year is of 12 books.
This is the first time I join a..."
So sorry I missed your post. I am so glad you decided to join our group! I hope that 12 is a lucky number for this year! Do you have a book you can not wait to read his year?
Hi!My name is Santiago, i'm from Bogota, I'm looking for some motivation to read, and I think a good way is to talk with someone else about what we like of reading and what kind of books we prefer and why.
I really enjoy genres such as historic novels, science fiction and magic realism and I'm currently following authors like Murakami or Liu Cixin, but I'm open to discover new authors and new genres.
Nice to meet you all!
Hey everyone, I'm Aly from Sydney and finally getting back into reading after a few years of life getting in the way. I finished a couple of degrees and didn't read much during them, too overwhelmed by uni readings!I'm aiming for forty books this year but thinking I might go a bit over that! I always have an ebook in my bag for my commute and a physical book for bedtime reading. My favourite genres are contemporary fiction, science/speculative fiction, dystopia and crime-thriller. Funnily enough though the best book I've read this year so far was For Whom The Bell Tolls - one of those books you picked up first in high school and finished 10 years later.
Hi to all the new members! We are so glad to have you here!Please check out our Announcements so that you can navigate what we have going on right now.
Santiago wrote: "Hi!My name is Santiago, i'm from Bogota, I'm looking for some motivation to read, and I think a good way is to talk with someone else about what we like of reading and what kind of books we prefer..."
Hi Santiago welcome to the group! If friendship motivation and books are what you are looking for you have come to the right place.There are lots of things to do please look around and join the fun. If you need motivation and cheering I am never too far with the POM POMS.
Alexandra wrote: "Hey everyone, I'm Aly from Sydney and finally getting back into reading after a few years of life getting in the way. I finished a couple of degrees and didn't read much during them, too overwhelme..."Hi Aly welcome! I am so happy you decided to join us. Congrats on your degrees and welcome back to reading for pleasure. I think 40 is a great goal and I am sure you will do great. I look forward to seeing what you read and join this year.
Hi everyone I'm Mike from the UK, I achieved my goal last year of reading 12 books. Threfore I've decided to match this goal for 2018.
Hello everyone, I'm Anne and im new to goodreads and this side of the bookish community. I love to read all kinds of books and im so excited to find a place were i can potentially meet bookish ppl a d maybe make more friends. I set a goal of 10 books for this year and i hope to make more than that...
Anne wrote: "Hello everyone, I'm Anne and im new to goodreads and this side of the bookish community. I love to read all kinds of books and im so excited to find a place were i can potentially meet bookish ppl ..."Hi Anne welcome to the group! You have come at an exciting time. We are actually in process of celebrating all members new and old in a PARTY! I hope that you join in all the fun activities! I am sure you will make many friends here everyone is very friendly!
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Alec wrote: "Hello, I'm Alec from Indiana and I enjoy reading YA fantasy and sci-fi and conteporaries. Though every now and then I like to read middle grade because of how lighthearted they can be. I found this..." Hi Alec welcome to the group! I see that you like lighthearted reads I think that is great. Everyone in this group has such nice reading taste that you are in great company. Is there a reason you picked 17? I hope you enjoy every book you read this year and enjoy your time with us.
Elisa wrote: "Hello all,I’m Elisa from the Seattle area. I love reading but I’m not great at finding time to do so so I’m shooting for a goal of 10 books this year. I wanted to join this group because as I scro..."
Hi Elisa welcome to the group we are happy to have you join us. I am so glad you like our book of the month format. All our books are nominated and voted on by members. I hope you have fun reading with us. If you have questions please ask. Good luck and happy reading.
Hi all my reading-fantastic friends, I am from Sheberghan, Afghanistan and not to mention I love reading and writing.
Everyone who reads is special for me so I am glad I have found thousands here. I love to read classics (I am not sure when I shall be able to find time for contemporary), I also like biographies and self-described lives such as Dreams from my Father (Obama) or Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave.
My goal is 50 this year but I am sure I might extend it to many more because that's what I came here for!
Thanks to those who help us inspire.
Hi, my name is Rebecca and I’m 18 in August, I’m half welsh and half Italian so I read in both languages :) I love in Italy at the moment.I love reading and am always looking for different books to tackler, despite it being hard, as I have a lot to study and it takes a lot of time to get into a routine.
My goal this year is to read at least 30 books, but I would be more than happy to reach 50.
I have a YouTube channel which I use to experiment filming techniques despite only having my phone camera. My dream is to go to a film school in either Rome or Milan but I don’t think we can afford it.
I hope to read as much as possibile and I hope to reach my goal! Nice to meet you all!
Hi everyone!I'm from the United Kingdom, I like to read many genres but YA, Fantasy, Thrillers and Sci-fi fiction are my favourite along with comic books and manga!
My goal is to read 30 books this year but I feel like I might actually be able to get more than that! I am quite a big book collector as well as getting the funko pop figures to go with some of them!
I have started book blogging and my cat Isla has become my book buddy!
Looking forward to connecting with all you guys!
Khairuddin wrote: "Hi all my reading-fantastic friends, I am from Sheberghan, Afghanistan and not to mention I love reading and writing.
Everyone who reads is special for me so I am glad I have found thousands here..."
Hi Khairuddin Welcome to the group! I am so happy you decided to join our group! It looks like you have a large variety of books you like to read and are looking to make friends I think you will do great here! How far into your 50 books have you gotten? Is there a book you would recommend? I hope you enjoy everything you decide to read this year welcome and happy reading!
Becca wrote: "Hi, my name is Rebecca and I’m 18 in August, I’m half welsh and half Italian so I read in both languages :) I love in Italy at the moment.I love reading and am always looking for different books t..."
Welcome Becca it is so nice to meet you as well welcome to the group! I think 30 is a great start to 50! I wish I lived in Italy it sounds like such an adventure. I wish you all the best with your reading and future goals. We actually have a Reading Through Time Party going on to celebrate our members old and new please look around and have fun.
Sarah wrote: "Hi everyone!I'm from the United Kingdom, I like to read many genres but YA, Fantasy, Thrillers and Sci-fi fiction are my favourite along with comic books and manga!
My goal is to read 30 books t..."
Hi Sarah Welcome! I am so glad you decided to pick our group to do your reading goal with I think you will have lots of fun here. I think it is fantastic that your cat is your book buddy and I love her name! On a side note I have never really gotten into comics is there one you would recommend? I wish you the best of luck reading this year and lots and lots of fun. As I have said in the above post please look around and join in the fun if you have questions please ask.
Hello, I am Yamaira. I'm from Austin, TX. I like to read business, self help, science fiction, history, magic realism, economic, political science and finance. I have just moved to Austin and wanted to join the local book clubs but my schedule wouldn't allow it. Then I remembered that Goodreads is the place to go for books. My goal every year is to read at least 12 books.
Hi Yamaira welcome to the group! We are so happy you decided to join or group I wish you the best of luck with your 12 books. I hope that you enjoy every page you turn this year. There are tons of challenges to reach goals and have tons of fun. There is actually a members appreciation party going on please look around and have fun!
Blagica wrote: "Sarah wrote: "Hi everyone!I'm from the United Kingdom, I like to read many genres but YA, Fantasy, Thrillers and Sci-fi fiction are my favourite along with comic books and manga!
My goal is to r..."
Thankyou! She nudges my books though but apart from that she is the perfect reading buddy! And I would recommend Scott Pilgrim and also 'Seconds' by Bryan Lee O'Malley, also 'Saga' is something that I have heard is supposed to be amazing!
Thankyou so much! Excited to be part of the group!
Sarah wrote: "Blagica wrote: "Sarah wrote: "Hi everyone!I'm from the United Kingdom, I like to read many genres but YA, Fantasy, Thrillers and Sci-fi fiction are my favourite along with comic books and manga!
..."
My pleasure! and thank you!
Hi everyone! I'm Marina and I'm from Singapore but living in Netherlands. In the past few years, my taste in books have changed and since then I'm more drawn to Thrillers (especially : Psychological Thrillers), Mystery (and/or Detective books) and I do enjoy the occasional non-fiction or books from other genre if i find the premise of the book interesting.
I was hoping to find a buddy to read a book with and when I was searching for places to find a buddy, I found this group.
My reading goal on Goodreads was set to 12. Lol. This is because last year, I had a crazy year! I moved 3 times and in 2 different countries. It was a chaotic year and I didn't have time / motivation to read. When I set the goal, I was still in my reading slump but I'm well settled down and got back to reading and I wish I could change the goal number.
So, I guess my goal is to read as much as I can this year. Hopefully, I could read around 30-50 books.
Hi Marina welcome to the group we are so very happy to have you join us. What you call chaotic just sounds like a crazy adventure to me. I love love Thrillers myself so we will have to compare books for sure. We have so much to do here including Buddy Reads. I will leave the link down here for you. We also have challenges, group reads and lots of other fun things. If you want to change your goal to have it reflect 30 or even 50 that is doable. Click on where it says 2 of 12 books completed and then click on the challenge banner at the top. Then just click edit and change the number to 30. if you need more help please ask. Buddy Reads.
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Enjoy and happy reading.
Hello all, I'm Miriam from Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada). I've had an odd couple of years, so read a bit less, but usually I read ~50 books a year. I'm looking to up that number this year. I'm a member of an online book forum/group as well as a RL bookgroup. Both for the almost 20 years. I found this group via the TBR jar challenge -- my randomized TBR 2018 list is https://www.goodreads.com/review/list... -- but I see it as more of a guide than a mandate.
I read a range, but mostly focus on current literary fiction (i.e. written in the last 20 or so years) with a smattering of classics, non-fiction, science fiction, horror (light), and mysteries. I gorged on fantasy and romance in my tweens and early twenties, so can't really read them anymore, but there are always exceptions!
Blagica wrote: "Hi Marina welcome to the group we are so very happy to have you join us. What you call chaotic just sounds like a crazy adventure to me. I love love Thrillers myself so we will have to compare book..."Thank you!!! I feel so silly that I didn't know I could do that and I've been on Goodreads for years lol. Thanks for telling me and I'm going to give it a try when I post this reply. I will look through the Buddy Reads forum as well.
:)
Hi everyone, I'm Christina! I'm 22, and I'm studying for a masters degree in Scotland at the moment. I used to read for pleasure so much before I started my first degree in 2014, but since then uni stuff has taken over my life, so I made a new year's resolution to read more fiction in 2018! I enjoy reading modern classics, literary fiction and the occasion crime/mystery novel.I set myself a target to read 100 books this year! I'm a little behind schedule at the moment, but hopefully I'll be able to catch up once classes are over. I'm looking forward to getting to know other book lovers and achieving my goals this year!
Miriam wrote: "Hello all, I'm Miriam from Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada). I've had an odd couple of years, so read a bit less, but usually I read ~50 books a year. I'm looking to up that number this year. I'm a memb..."hi Miriam welcome to the group! So glad you decided to join our group. I see that you like to read a range of books and that is great I find a variety of books and good friends makes reading so much more fun!
The link below is so you can sign up for the TBR Jar if you haven't already. Welcome and best of luck.
The TBR Jar Challenge - 2018https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Christina wrote: "Hi everyone, I'm Christina! I'm 22, and I'm studying for a masters degree in Scotland at the moment. I used to read for pleasure so much before I started my first degree in 2014, but since then uni..."Hi Christina Welcome! Congratulations on working on your Masters degree that is a great accomplishment. I hope that you enjoy every book you decide to pick up this year. There are many fun things to do so please look around and join us.
Marina wrote: "Blagica wrote: "Hi Marina welcome to the group we are so very happy to have you join us. What you call chaotic just sounds like a crazy adventure to me. I love love Thrillers myself so we will have..."You're Welcome!
Hi all,I'm Helle from Eindhoven (that's in the Netherlands) and I've been on Goodreads since 2011. My reading challenge has been a steady 65 books each year, which is not always easy, but usually feasible. This generally includes 10 Agatha Christie novels, ever since I found a box full of them some time ago, and am now reading them in order of publication. My other favorite books are mysteries, fantasy (and a little Sci-Fi) and thrillers, but I'll read pretty much anything if it comes recommended.
I'm looking forward to exploring this group a bit more.
Hey everyone!
I'm Lea and I'm living and Germany. I usually read a lot of YA, fantasy and contemporary and I'm trying to get myself into reading a bit more poetry this year.
My reading goal is to read 10 books this year, 2-5 of them in english. Although I managed to read about 23 books last year I didn't want to pressure myself into reading more than I'm comfortable doing while keeping up with my studies.
I found this group when I was browsing through the suggested one's and thought it would be great to have some company when reaching my goals for this year.
I'm Lea and I'm living and Germany. I usually read a lot of YA, fantasy and contemporary and I'm trying to get myself into reading a bit more poetry this year.
My reading goal is to read 10 books this year, 2-5 of them in english. Although I managed to read about 23 books last year I didn't want to pressure myself into reading more than I'm comfortable doing while keeping up with my studies.
I found this group when I was browsing through the suggested one's and thought it would be great to have some company when reaching my goals for this year.
Helle wrote: "Hi all,I'm Helle from Eindhoven (that's in the Netherlands) and I've been on Goodreads since 2011. My reading challenge has been a steady 65 books each year, which is not always easy, but usually ..."
Hi Helle welcome! I am so glad you decided to join us and you picked a great time to do it. We are actually in the middle of a members appreciation party! There is tons to look at tons to do and even a thread dedicated to recommendations. I hope to read some agatha christie books this year myself my go to author is usually Stephen King. I hope you have fun with us and make lots of friends and of course happy reading.
Party Thread
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Lea wrote: "Hey everyone! I'm Lea and I'm living and Germany. I usually read a lot of YA, fantasy and contemporary and I'm trying to get myself into reading a bit more poetry this year.
My reading goal is to ..."
Hi Lea welcome to the group! Ten books is a great goal I learned long ago it is not about the number of books you read as long as you are having fun. You are definitely going to have company we are a great bunch of people here who love to read. Look around and let us know if you need anything.
Hello! I'm from Colorado and new to GoodReads! I am super excited to read so many books this year! I usually read Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and historical fiction but I would really love to broaden my horizons.
I've set my reading goal pretty low at 15 books for the year, but we shall see if i can exceed that!
Hi, I'm Mimi from Germany.
I've always loved reading since I was a child and now mostly read fiction, true crime books and sometimes also manga. Though I want to focus more on classics since there are so many classic books I still need to read!
I've been using Goodreads since some time only for tracking books but never really interacted much here since I'm really shy; but now I want to make a change by joining this lovely group ♥
My reading goal for 2018 are 40 books, hopefully it'll be even more by the end of the year.
Nice to meet you! :)
mimi wrote: "Hi, I'm Mimi from Germany.
I've always loved reading since I was a child and now mostly read fiction, true crime books and sometimes also manga. Though I want to focus more on classics since the..."
hi Mimi welcome to the group! I hope that you have a great time reading with our group. There are lots of things that will keep you motivated and having fun. If you are looking to read classics there is a yearly challenge that might help you do that.
Dig Deeper and read Classics if that is what you want.
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Enjoy!
mimi wrote: "Thank you for the link! ♥"Very welcome enjoy!
Hi everybody,My name is Zach, and I am a life long reader new to Goodreads world, and an English major about to graduate. I'm from Kentucky but currently living in Italy. I will read just about anything, but I gravitate towards literature, history, memoirs, YA, anything with a very human element. I enjoy books that give a new perspective on how we as humans operate. My go to was thrift stores for random book gems, and now that I'm a Kindle user I use the daily deals e-mails to find the gems. My goal for this year is 70 books.
I am always down for a good bookie conversation, and new friends.
All the best and happy reading,
Zachary
Zachary wrote: "Hi everybody,My name is Zach, and I am a life long reader new to Goodreads world, and an English major about to graduate. I'm from Kentucky but currently living in Italy. I will read just about a..."
Hi Zachary welcome to the group! I am so happy you decided to join our group. Congratulations on almost finishing your degree that is fantastic. I am a thriller reader but I read Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body is something I think you might like. Italy sounds like a fun place to live so much to see. I wish you the best of luck with your 70 books . I hope you have fun joining anything that sparks your interests in our group. Welcome again and best of luck.
Blagica wrote: "Zachary wrote: "Hi everybody,My name is Zach, and I am a life long reader new to Goodreads world, and an English major about to graduate. I'm from Kentucky but currently living in Italy. I will r..."
Thank you again for the welcome, I am excited to start getting connected with other reading fanatics. Italy is not a bad place to be at all, the traveling opportunities are a major perk for sure. I love being overseas for a while, but I am also ready to come back to the states. Thank you again.
Zachary
Zachary wrote: "Blagica wrote: "Zachary wrote: "Hi everybody,My name is Zach, and I am a life long reader new to Goodreads world, and an English major about to graduate. I'm from Kentucky but currently living in..."
You are very welcome!
Hi,My Name is Dean, I've been a Goodreads member for around 5 years but I've never used it for any extended period of time. I've finally found some spare time to read after completing my Bachelor's in Economics and I feel like I can now dedicate a good period of time towards reading this year.
I love crime, biographical and mystery novels, sometimes venturing into fantasy and sci-fi depending on my mood. My favourite books so far are "I Am Pilgrim", "Wiseguy" and "Shoe Dog".
My goal for this year is to read 30 books, about 25 more than my previous best :') .
Best of luck to everyone else for your reading challenge!
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