Introductions - Please introduce yourself

[Jackleen]

Tasha wrote: "Hi Jackleen,

Welcome to the Bookends, glad you have joined us!
We are always looking for new books and authors to read here!

Tasha"
Thank you for inviting me to join. Looking forward to the next months read not sure I can squeeze in the August books.

[Jackleen]

Lindsey wrote: "Hey Jackleen! I also have a book with me at all times, never know when you can get a chance to read! I read whatever Im in the mood for as well but I do love Historical Fiction!"
Hi Lindsay,

Have you read the Alienist by Caleb Carr?
The Alienist

It is an older book written in the 90's. Set in New york City, during 1896 so you get both history and crime thriller together. The Alienist is about an investigation of a murder using what would become psychological profiling. Excellent book.

[Lindsey]

No I haven't! I'll have to check it out, thank you!
I loved the Distant Hours! My favorite by Kate Morton is The Forgotten Garden.

[Lindsay, Moderator]

I think I actually preferred the sequel, The Angel of Darkness.
Have you read that one Jackleen?

[Jackleen]

Lindsay wrote: "I think I actually preferred the sequel, The Angel of Darkness.
Have you read that one Jackleen?"
No I have not, which is odd because I am usually on the lookout for sequels of books I love. Thank you for the tip, I will see if I can find it at the library.

[Lindsay, Moderator]

It's been a while since I've read it. I lent it to a friend who never returned it... roughly a decade ago. I'd love to read it again though, so I may pick up another copy. A must-read for Caleb Carr fans!!

[Andrea]

Hello Everyone,
My name is Andrea and I love to read all kinds of books! I am looking forward to finding even more books to add to my reading lists. I too am a bookaholic. I listen to radio programs about books, I read magazines about books, and I enjoy writing as well. My favourite authors include Tracy Chevalier, Jaqueline Winspear, and Laura Anne Gilman to name just a few.

[Tasha, Moderator]

Hi Andrea,

Welcome! Glad you have joined our wonderful group!

Tasha

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Welcome Andrea!! I look forward to hearing your insight. :)

[Stephanie (Bookfever)]

Hi! I'm Stephanie and my favorite types of books are Young Adult, Paranormal Romance, Dystopian, Science Fiction & Fantasy..
:)

[Tasha, Moderator]

Hi Stephanie,

Welcome to our group!

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Welcome to the group Stephanie!

[Sue]

Hi bookends!!!!
My name is Sue and I've been meaning to introduce myself for awhile, but the frantic pace at work and getting ready for holidays has put a toll on my computer antics. That, and my modem died! *shudder*. But it's up and running...just in time for me to leave for a couple of weeks!

I love reading - all books, all types ....well, maybe not textbooks ... but I'll even do those if they're well written! There's nothing that beats a well written book. Okay - maybe chocolate. But combined, that's damn near heaven!! I still favor science fiction, fantasy as my go to books when I'm in need of a 'fix', but who-dunnits are a close second. And give me an author with a sense of humor! And one with a vocabulary is sublime!

Looking forward to checking out the discussions!
Cheers!
Sue

[Lindsay, Moderator]

So glad to have you here Sue! :)

[Tasha, Moderator]

Welcome Sue!

[Cheri]

Hi everyone,

Thanks for the invite! This looks like a fun group and I’m happy to be here.

I’m a book addict and a writer of YA fantasy romance. Right now I’m reading The Grayfriar by Clay and Susan Griffith, it’s fantasy steampunk. AND A Time for Love by Lynn Kurland, it’s fantasy romance.

I love paranormal or fantasy romance, but I also really enjoy western, historical, and mystery. Basically, I love just about anything with a heavy dose of romance. Give me lots of smooching and I’m happy. ;) The only things I don’t like are lots of horror and gore.

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Great to have you here Cheri!
I can also do with a good dose of romance every now and then. ;)

[Tasha, Moderator]

Welcome Cheri! So glad you joined us!

[Lindsey]

Hi Cheri! Nice to meet you! Im looking forward to reading your books :o)

[Cheri]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

[Tasha, Moderator]

Lindsey wrote: "Hi Cheri! Nice to meet you! Im looking forward to reading your books :o)"

You'll love her books and won't be able to put them down! I read Fateful in 2 days! I'm still reading Fractured but that's only because I have a few books I'm reading at once. LOL

[Lindsey]

Awesome I've been thinking about Fateful for a while now, I'm definitely ordering it!

[Lindsey]

Hi Rose! Nice to meet you!

[Tasha, Moderator]

Hi Rose,

Welcome to our Group! Please feel free to post on our thread 'Authors Corner' we would love to hear about the books you have written!

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Great to have you here Rose! Your books sounds like something I would definitely enjoy!!

[Lindsay, Moderator]

I'm attempting to be a writer, but have a hard time getting past first draft phase. I have two young children at home which tends to limit my writing time. I've written everything from picture books, to a dystopian short story, and I'm currently writing a middle grade fantasy novel, 500 words at a time. Wish me luck!

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

Hi Everyone, My name is Kimberly. I love reading and recently started reviewing books. I love all genres and read on average 150 to 200 books a year. Recent favorites are The Passage, Downpour, A Discovery of Witches, Cemetery Girl and The Demon Lover. I am looking forward to participating in this group.

[Lindsey]

Hi Kimberly! Its nice to meet you! This is a great group, I'm glad you joined

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

:)

[Sue]

I'll be looking forward to your reviews! 150 to 200 books a year is way impressive!!!!!!! I set my bar at 144 this year and so far so good - although I've been accused of doing nothing else but read!!

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

Sue wrote: "I'll be looking forward to your reviews! 150 to 200 books a year is way impressive!!!!!!! I set my bar at 144 this year and so far so good - although I've been accused of doing nothing else but..."

hahahahaha. I try to read everyday for at least 2hrs. When people give me crap..i politely remind them of the two hours plus they spend..watching TV, playing with their apps, surfing the net, shopping (which i detest) etc.

[Tasha, Moderator]

Hi Kimberly,

Welcome, glad you joined us! We are a great bunch :)

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Glad to have you here, Kimberly! I couldn't agree with you more. I read in place of watching tv, too, and my family doesn't understand, but at least they tolerate.

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

thanks Tasha and Lindsay :)

[Kevin]

Hello my name is Kevin Burns and I enjoy reading a wide variety of books. I am currently reading The Count of Monte Cristo. I think the recipe to a good book is a cup of drama, a half cup of action, a tablespoon of revenge, a teaspoon of mystery, a pinch of violence and a dash of romance.

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Good book choice. I really enjoyed that one! :)
Welcome to the group Kevin!

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

Welcome Kevin...i love your recipe for a good book :)

[Tasha, Moderator]

Hi Kevin and welcome!

Ditto to what Kimberly just said :)

[Amber]

Hello Bookends!

My name is Amber and I am excited to have found this group, it's one of the few that displays a bookshelf with books I'm interested in. Nice variety as well.

I am a little book snobbish. I admit I'll try almost anything, but if I don't like it I'll stop reading it. My time is to valuable to read something I'm not enjoying. I mostly read Chit-lit, Fiction, Historical Romance, some fantasy/magic.

One of my goals is to read the classics that have been on my 'to read' list for years. I also look forward to reading a book recommended from this book club so I can discuss it.

My favorite stories are the ones where I feel for the characters. If I gasp, sigh, laugh or cry it's a keeper. 5 stars if I've done all of the above.

[Jocelin]

Hello amber and welcome to the group.

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Great to have you here Amber!

[Tasha, Moderator]

Welcome Amber!

[Andrea]

Hello Amber,
Looking forward to hearing about your reading!

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

Welcome Amber ..i am re-reading classics as well. I read To Kill a Mockingbird in October and I am currently reading The Grapes of Wrath this month.

[Melissia]

Hi! My name is Melissia..i love to read just about anything...i have the newest nora roberts, the next always, on my hands right now.

[Tasha, Moderator]

Hi Melissia,

Welcome to the Bookends!

Tasha

[Lindsay, Moderator]

Hi Melissia! It's really great to have you here!

[☕️Kimberly (Caffeinated Reviewer)]

Hi Melissa and welcome. I reviewed The Next Always and loved it ")

[Kim]

I am Kim. I like to read a lot of different kinds of books, but my favorite genres are Mystery, Fantasy, Classics, and Women's Fiction.

[Jocelin]

To our newest members Melissia & Kim, welcome to our group.