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[Margaret]

Brenda wrote: "Margaret wrote: "It takes a few days to get used to Daylight Saving. At first I kept thinking that it's *really* ....o'clock."

I'm still saying that!"

I'm still in the process of adjusting meal times....:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I think it's harder when you have young children...I know my son and his wife are having a few problems:(

[Margaret]

Brenda wrote: "I think it's harder when you have young children...I know my son and his wife are having a few problems:("

You're probably right. It isn't easy to make adjustments.

[B the BookAddict]

Elaine wrote: "Bette if you're looking for some decent literary fiction and I'm pretty sure it IS literary fiction I would highly recommendAlex Miller. Not sure if you've read any of his books but he writes beaut..."

I have read his Lovesong and will check out his others. thanks:)

[★ Jess]

Braces off. It's only been two and a half years.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

★ Jess wrote: "Braces off. It's only been two and a half years."

Awesome Jess! I was wondering what time you would be having them off!

[Dale]

★ Jess wrote: "Braces off. It's only been two and a half years."

Congratulations. I'm sure that must be a relief Jess.

[Sharon]

For Better Social Skills, Scientists Recommend a Little Chekhov

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/10...

[Michael]

Sharon wrote: "For Better Social Skills, Scientists Recommend a Little Chekhov

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/10..."

I tweeted this earlier today. I always knew Literary Fiction made me a better person :P

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

$100 on books - that's my splurge for this pay done.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "$100 on books - that's my splurge for this pay done."

Wow Liam!! Well done! I would have thought working at the library you wouldn't buy many!

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Brenda wrote: "Liam wrote: "$100 on books - that's my splurge for this pay done."

Wow Liam!! Well done! I would have thought working at the library you wouldn't buy many!"

I don't, compared to before I got this job :P I only ever used to read books that I had bought, so I spent an absolute fortune. Now I only buy books that I really enjoy, or books that are especially pretty :P This is my first big purchase in a while.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Liam wrote: "$100 on books - that's my splurge for this pay done."

Wow Liam!! Well done! I would have thought working at the library you wouldn't buy many!"

I don't, compared to be..."

I understand...I have my favourite authors which I ALWAYS buy, but I try not to buy too many, as I'm getting to the "nowhere to put them" stage!

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

I know that feeling.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "I know that feeling."

A bigger house needed....

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

If I ever build a house, I plan to have every wall be a bookshelf. No walls, just bookshelves.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Liam wrote: "If I ever build a house, I plan to have every wall be a bookshelf. No walls, just bookshelves."

That would be so awesome!! A definite book-lovers house!

[Mish]

Liam wrote: "If I ever build a house, I plan to have every wall be a bookshelf. No walls, just bookshelves."

I walked past a real estate agent yesterday and grab one of their magazines. There's a house in the mag that has a built in bookshelf imbedded in the walls...similar to what you’re getting at Liam……It looks so amazing.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Haha!! I'm never going to a nursing home - no room there;p

[★ Jess]

So a bit like this Liam?

[★ Jess]

http://bookshelfporn.com

You're welcome

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Good lord.

[★ Jess]

Goodbye tonight's productivity

[Margaret]

There's plenty of mileage left for paperbacks ..... Who says that Kindle will take over?

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

You wouldn't catch me dead with a Kindle or e-reader unless there is literally no other alternative.

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Yeah that is irritating. I just 100% prefer a book in my hands and on my shelf. Even travelling, I'd rather take an extra suitcase packed with books.

[Vicki]

I love my Kindle. :)

I've been a long time ebook ereader (way before Kindle), but have to admit I was a reluctant convert. That's until I tried it (for more than a couple of minutes). Especially good for anyone with vision problems. It's so easy to read and kind on the eyes -- I don't even have to wear glasses, which I do when I'm on the computer.

[Dale]

Vicki wrote: "I love my Kindle. :)

I've been a long time ebook ereader (way before Kindle), but have to admit I was a reluctant convert. That's until I tried it (for more than a couple of minutes). Especially g..."

I found exactly the opposite and found it annoying. Give me a paper book any day. Just as well we're all different.

[B the BookAddict]

Dale wrote: "Vicki wrote: "I love my Kindle. :)

I've been a long time ebook ereader (way before Kindle), but have to admit I was a reluctant convert. That's until I tried it (for more than a couple of minutes)..."

Yes, paperback or hardcover for me:)

[Leonie]

I love paper books, but I also love my kindle (am 7 hours drive from home right now with a library of 100 books with me) and audiobooks. It all depends on where I am and what I'm doing.

In the end though, it's all about the words - or the story, if you like, no matter the format.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Leonie wrote: "I love paper books, but I also love my kindle (am 7 hours drive from home right now with a library of 100 books with me) and audiobooks. It all depends on where I am and what I'm doing.

In the en..."

I completely agree Leonie! When we go on holidays I used to take a pile of "real" books! The weight when on a plane was terrible, so now I have my kindle it is so much easier. It slips into my handbag and I have close to 1000 books I can access at any time! I love my paper books, but the ease and convenience of the kindle is also fantastic. And I still get the story, whichever way I read. There is also another plus...nowadays there are some "ebook only" releases, and I can download them too:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Just letting everyone know that this time next week we'll be on the road, heading for Brisbane. We sail out of Brisbane harbour on Saturday 19th, bound for Fiji!! A little wave from you all at 2pm (I promise I'll wave back!) as we stand on deck, sipping cocktails:) We'll be back on Australian shores on the 31st October:)

[Vicki]

Bon voyage, Brenda. Have a fabulous time. Don't miss us too much. :)

[Leonie]

Sounds like lots of fun Brenda! Have a great time :)

And apparently my blog (inspired by your creepy crawly encounter!) was interesting enough that I'll be chatting to Cristy-Lee MacQueen on ABC Northwest this afternoon around 2.45pm. The subject will be creepy crawlies of the northwest.

[Dale]

Brenda wrote: "Just letting everyone know that this time next week we'll be on the road, heading for Brisbane. We sail out of Brisbane harbour on Saturday 19th, bound for Fiji!! A little wave from you all at 2pm ..."

Hope you have a great time Brenda

[Margaret]

Brenda wrote: "Just letting everyone know that this time next week we'll be on the road, heading for Brisbane. We sail out of Brisbane harbour on Saturday 19th, bound for Fiji!! A little wave from you all at 2pm ..."

Sounds delightful! :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Leonie wrote: "Sounds like lots of fun Brenda! Have a great time :)

And apparently my blog (inspired by your creepy crawly encounter!) was interesting enough that I'll be chatting to Cristy-Lee MacQueen on ABC ..."

Thanks Leonie:)

Wow, that is fantastic about your blog!! Well done..

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thanks everyone! I'm sure we will have a ball...I'll get you all to keep your fingers crossed for good weather though..that's my only fear, rough seas!

[Vicki]

Leonie wrote: "And apparently my blog (inspired by your creepy crawly encounter!) was interesting enough that I'll be chatting to Cristy-Lee MacQueen on ABC ..."

How exciting, Leonie.

[Leonie]

Yes! Should be an interesting experience - it's been years since I did something like that :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Leonie wrote: "Yes! Should be an interesting experience - it's been years since I did something like that :)"

Make sure you let us know how it goes:)

[Michele]

Brenda wrote: "Just letting everyone know that this time next week we'll be on the road, heading for Brisbane. We sail out of Brisbane harbour on Saturday 19th, bound for Fiji!! A little wave from you all at 2pm ..."

Have a great time Brenda :)

[Sharon]

Brenda wrote: "Just letting everyone know that this time next week we'll be on the road, heading for Brisbane. We sail out of Brisbane harbour on Saturday 19th, bound for Fiji!! A little wave from you all at 2pm ..."

Hope you have a wonderful time Brenda.

[Michele]

Liam wrote: "Yeah that is irritating. I just 100% prefer a book in my hands and on my shelf. Even travelling, I'd rather take an extra suitcase packed with books."

Kindle has been a lifesaver for me, I have lived in so many places with no access to either a bookstore or library and having books delivered can be difficult, but my preference would also be for a real book, my goal is to one day live somewhere with at least access to a 2nd hand bookstore :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thanks Michele and Sharon:)

[Elaine]

Sounds awesome Brenda. Enjoy!!! I believe it's one of the best times of the year to visit Fiji, weather wise. Fingers crossed for you that the trip across won't be too choppy.

[Liam || Books 'n Beards]

Lucky.

I think I'll organise a trip to Singapore sometime next year. Been too long since I've been.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thanks guys:)

[Leonie]

Radio interview was fun. Got to tell the story about the bungarra up the pipe, and reminisce about the snake in the physio room :)

Hope your trip is bug free Brenda ;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Leonie wrote: "Radio interview was fun. Got to tell the story about the bungarra up the pipe, and reminisce about the snake in the physio room :)

Hope your trip is bug free Brenda ;)"

Haha!! Well done Leonie! Glad you enjoyed it....and I'm sure it will be;)