Hey guys!
This is going to be a really quick post just mentioning my currently reading!
I am reading The Book Thief by Markus Zusak at the moment.
I'm about 80 pages in and it's AMAZING.
Read Em's review to find out more :)
P.S. I am also, like Emile, in a bit of a reading slump because of how long
it took to finish HP.
QOTD: How are you guys doing?
Comment answers down below.
Happy Reading!
Maud
Showing posts with label book talk. Show all posts
Showing posts with label book talk. Show all posts
AN UPDATE 26.9.15
Hello fellow book-lovers,
Due to increasing stress at home and school, Maud has decided to take a break from writing posts. This is most unfortunate but we both decided that it was the best thing to do. I will still be uploading, although I will write three posts a week now:
Monday: review
Wednesday: currently reading
Saturday: book talk/discussion/whatever I'm feeling like
Maud will return to writing posts at some points, just when she has some more time on her hands. In the mean time, it will mainly be me running the accounts. I hope that everyone is alright with this.
See you on Monday,
Emile x
Due to increasing stress at home and school, Maud has decided to take a break from writing posts. This is most unfortunate but we both decided that it was the best thing to do. I will still be uploading, although I will write three posts a week now:
Monday: review
Wednesday: currently reading
Saturday: book talk/discussion/whatever I'm feeling like
Maud will return to writing posts at some points, just when she has some more time on her hands. In the mean time, it will mainly be me running the accounts. I hope that everyone is alright with this.
See you on Monday,
Emile x
Why are you crying over a book? ~ discussion
Bonjour everybody,
Today we are talking about something that I feel rather strongly about. If you are an avid reader like myself, you've probably cried at a book at some point. You've probably laughed and cried tears of happiness and pain. It's all part of the experience.
Personally, I judge the book I read by how strongly I care for the characters and how emotionally connected to the book I am. Countless times it's been 1 am and I've been sobbing over the end of my book. Usually over a character's death or a tragic incident. Sometimes I don't even know why I'm crying, I just love the book that much.
(Hidden Harry Potter quote there for good luck)
What really grates on my nerves is when you are reading a book in public and you start tearing up, and someone comes up to you with a worried expression. That part itself is not annoying, in fact it's very sweet. What's annoying is when you explain you're crying over the book and they say something like "Don't worry, it didn't actually happen," or, "It's just a book".
I don't care if you didn't experience the emotional trauma I am going through at the hands of a novel; but it matters to me. I don't care if to you I am crying over some words on a page. It is so much more than that. It happened to me so I have every right to cry about it. The best feeling though is finding someone who understands this, and will hold you as you bawl about the death of your favourite character.
So to those of you who cry over books all the time, you're not the only one. I do it too. And I think it makes up part of who I am. Let me know what you think about crying over books in the comments r on twitter.
Happy reading!
Au revoir for now,
Emile x
Today we are talking about something that I feel rather strongly about. If you are an avid reader like myself, you've probably cried at a book at some point. You've probably laughed and cried tears of happiness and pain. It's all part of the experience.
Personally, I judge the book I read by how strongly I care for the characters and how emotionally connected to the book I am. Countless times it's been 1 am and I've been sobbing over the end of my book. Usually over a character's death or a tragic incident. Sometimes I don't even know why I'm crying, I just love the book that much.
(Hidden Harry Potter quote there for good luck)
What really grates on my nerves is when you are reading a book in public and you start tearing up, and someone comes up to you with a worried expression. That part itself is not annoying, in fact it's very sweet. What's annoying is when you explain you're crying over the book and they say something like "Don't worry, it didn't actually happen," or, "It's just a book".
I don't care if you didn't experience the emotional trauma I am going through at the hands of a novel; but it matters to me. I don't care if to you I am crying over some words on a page. It is so much more than that. It happened to me so I have every right to cry about it. The best feeling though is finding someone who understands this, and will hold you as you bawl about the death of your favourite character.
So to those of you who cry over books all the time, you're not the only one. I do it too. And I think it makes up part of who I am. Let me know what you think about crying over books in the comments r on twitter.
Happy reading!
Au revoir for now,
Emile x
My Favourite Authors - Emile
Bonjour!
Today's topic is on my favourite authors. I'm a pretty diverse reader, so I just read what sounds good. I do however have some authors that I especially enjoy reading from.
1. Terry Pratchett
Because I love how random his writing his, how the names are so spontaneous.
Because I love how random his writing his, how the names are so spontaneous.
2. Douglas Adams
Because of Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and Last Chance to See.
Because of Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and Last Chance to See.
3. Bill Bryson
Because I find his writing so funny while learning a lot.
4. J.K Rowling
Because I find his writing so funny while learning a lot.
4. J.K Rowling
For obvious reasons.
5. V.E Schwab
I think her writing style is so unique.
6. Patrick Ness
His books are amazing.
There we are! My favourite authors can vary, but here a few that I consistently love.
Au revoir,
Emile :)
His books are amazing.
There we are! My favourite authors can vary, but here a few that I consistently love.
Au revoir,
Emile :)
Book scoffers - why don't you get a Kindle?
It is currently 2 am, and I can't sleep. So here I am.
Bonjour!
I was book shopping today, and, as usual, I was indecisive about which books to buy. There are just so many that I would love to own. I was paying with a gift card I had been given, so I could only buy two because that was all the balance on the card would allow. Also I have spent plenty on books recently anyway. I am sure lots of you can relate to that.
So, there I was. Trying to decide which book would be the perfect one for me in that particular moment, when my brother, who is two and a half years my junior, said to me:
"Why don't you just buy books on your Kindle, it's so much cheaper. I don't understand why it matters so much to you."
I am sure you have encountered these kinds of people. The ones who just don't understand the magic of purchasing of novel. Of taking it home and placing it on your bookshelf; of being proud of your collection. Yes, Kindles are convenient and I do use mine a fair amount. I have acquired many books for free through the Kindle store, which is brilliant. How do you explain to people though that e-readers just aren't the same, without sounding like a lunatic?
I try to put into words the inexpressible amount of joy that comes from holding a book, from smelling the pages. Those particular tiny folds that make the book the one that you read. That lovely well thumbed look that shows how a novel has been fully appreciated. People think I'm mad. Frequently in school I get asked the same questions:
"How do you read so much?"
"What is it about books that you enjoy?"
"Is reading all you do? Do you do anything else?"
Excuse me, are you suggesting I don't have a social life? It would be alright, if these people were kind and well-meaning. But the fact of the matter is that the only time they talk to me is when there might just be a juicy bit of gossip. That's why it bothers me.
I guess this whole discussion could come under the 'real book vs. e-book' category, but I shall do another post on that sometime in the future.
Let me know your thoughts on this topic and how you feel about e-readers,
I need to catch some sleep,
Au revoir,
Emile :)
Bonjour!
I was book shopping today, and, as usual, I was indecisive about which books to buy. There are just so many that I would love to own. I was paying with a gift card I had been given, so I could only buy two because that was all the balance on the card would allow. Also I have spent plenty on books recently anyway. I am sure lots of you can relate to that.
So, there I was. Trying to decide which book would be the perfect one for me in that particular moment, when my brother, who is two and a half years my junior, said to me:
"Why don't you just buy books on your Kindle, it's so much cheaper. I don't understand why it matters so much to you."
I am sure you have encountered these kinds of people. The ones who just don't understand the magic of purchasing of novel. Of taking it home and placing it on your bookshelf; of being proud of your collection. Yes, Kindles are convenient and I do use mine a fair amount. I have acquired many books for free through the Kindle store, which is brilliant. How do you explain to people though that e-readers just aren't the same, without sounding like a lunatic?
I try to put into words the inexpressible amount of joy that comes from holding a book, from smelling the pages. Those particular tiny folds that make the book the one that you read. That lovely well thumbed look that shows how a novel has been fully appreciated. People think I'm mad. Frequently in school I get asked the same questions:
"How do you read so much?"
"What is it about books that you enjoy?"
"Is reading all you do? Do you do anything else?"
Excuse me, are you suggesting I don't have a social life? It would be alright, if these people were kind and well-meaning. But the fact of the matter is that the only time they talk to me is when there might just be a juicy bit of gossip. That's why it bothers me.
I guess this whole discussion could come under the 'real book vs. e-book' category, but I shall do another post on that sometime in the future.
Let me know your thoughts on this topic and how you feel about e-readers,
I need to catch some sleep,
Au revoir,
Emile :)
Reading Slumps ; How to deal with them (Emile)
Reading slumps, the bane of every reader's life.
Your reading a book. It's slow, there isn't much of a plot, and you are uninterested. Finally, you finish it. You pick another book of your shelf, but no matter how hard you try, you just can't seem to get into the story. You try again with another book. Nothing is working. You are frustrated and imagining the worst. What if I never read again? Is this it? Am I ever going to feel the same way about a novel again?
Never fear my friends! I've got you covered.
In times like these I will always recommend a contemporary book. If you don't like contemporary, look for an easy read. Find something that you can get through that isn't so intense to bring you back up to the level you want to be at. Here are my favourites:
1. Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell
Positively addicting.
2. All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven
Not so light hearted, but still brilliant.
3. We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
This one is really intense, but is also short so you will fly through it.
4. Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
I have not read this myself, but I have heard great things about it helping people out of reading slumps so I thought I would include it for good measure.
5. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
I am reading it right now and it might be my favourite contemporary of all time.
6. Wonder by R.J Palacio
This is a wonderful book, it made me happy cry and sad cry.
7. Dot by Araminta Hall
This book can get a bit odd, but I really enjoyed it.
8. The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Both one of mine and Maud's favourite books EVER.
Those are my recommendations. An important thing with reading slumps is: DON'T force yourself to read. If you don't want to, don't. Simples. It will only make things worse. Don't be discouraged.
Good luck with getting out of your book rut, I hope these suggestions helped.
Au revoir,
Emile :)
In times like these I will always recommend a contemporary book. If you don't like contemporary, look for an easy read. Find something that you can get through that isn't so intense to bring you back up to the level you want to be at. Here are my favourites:
1. Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell
Positively addicting.
2. All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven
Not so light hearted, but still brilliant.
3. We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
This one is really intense, but is also short so you will fly through it.
4. Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
I have not read this myself, but I have heard great things about it helping people out of reading slumps so I thought I would include it for good measure.
5. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
I am reading it right now and it might be my favourite contemporary of all time.
6. Wonder by R.J Palacio
This is a wonderful book, it made me happy cry and sad cry.
7. Dot by Araminta Hall
This book can get a bit odd, but I really enjoyed it.
8. The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Both one of mine and Maud's favourite books EVER.
Those are my recommendations. An important thing with reading slumps is: DON'T force yourself to read. If you don't want to, don't. Simples. It will only make things worse. Don't be discouraged.
Good luck with getting out of your book rut, I hope these suggestions helped.
Au revoir,
Emile :)
Maud's view on reading multiple books at once
Hey guys!
Following on from Emile's reading multiple books at once post, I'm going to be stating my view on the subject!
At the moment, I'm reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling and All The Bright Places by Jennifer Niven (Emile has done a review on All The Bright Places).
I don't normally read two books at once unless I have to, but the reason I am at the moment is because I have so many books on my TBR pile! I want to get through so many books that I thought that as ATBP and Harry Potter are extremely different stories, I'll read them together and choose which one to pick up by my current mood!
A tip for reading two books at once is that you should read two (or more) completely different books so that you can choose which one to pick up depending on your mood and so that the stories and characters don't get mixed up in your head! Also, don't read multiple books if you are focusing on finishing one book in particular as you may not finish it as quickly as you would hope!
QOTD: Do you like reading multiple books at once? Comment down below!
Happy Reading!
Maud
Emile's view on reading multiple books at once
Bonjour!
So today is the day for a book talk, I've decided. Do you read more than one book at a time? Or do you stick to a special single novel?
Currently I am reading Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. I have been reading it for a week, and I am only 160 pages through. Here comes the eternal struggle. Do I stick with the book, or read something I really want to read? I do want to read this book, in truth partly because I want to sound intelligent saying that I have read some Jane Austen.
Something has finally started happening as far as an actual plot line, but I'm not sure wether or not I have the willpower to get through the next 140 pages. I want to keep ploughing through, but life is short and I feel like I am wasting my time. I have seen so many 5 star reviews on Goodreads for Pride and Prejudice, but personally I just don't see it. I hate leaving books half way through and picking up another one, because I know that I'll never get back to the one I was reading originally. Also, when I read more than one book at once, I feel like I am having an affair with literature.
The other thing I have never gotten into is the "this is my school reading book and this is my home reading book". No. This is the book I am reading. This one single novel.
Please tell me wether or not you have read Pride and Prejudice and what you thought of it, also your opinion on reading multiple books at once.
Au revoir,
Emile :)
So today is the day for a book talk, I've decided. Do you read more than one book at a time? Or do you stick to a special single novel?
Currently I am reading Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. I have been reading it for a week, and I am only 160 pages through. Here comes the eternal struggle. Do I stick with the book, or read something I really want to read? I do want to read this book, in truth partly because I want to sound intelligent saying that I have read some Jane Austen.
Something has finally started happening as far as an actual plot line, but I'm not sure wether or not I have the willpower to get through the next 140 pages. I want to keep ploughing through, but life is short and I feel like I am wasting my time. I have seen so many 5 star reviews on Goodreads for Pride and Prejudice, but personally I just don't see it. I hate leaving books half way through and picking up another one, because I know that I'll never get back to the one I was reading originally. Also, when I read more than one book at once, I feel like I am having an affair with literature.
The other thing I have never gotten into is the "this is my school reading book and this is my home reading book". No. This is the book I am reading. This one single novel.
Please tell me wether or not you have read Pride and Prejudice and what you thought of it, also your opinion on reading multiple books at once.
Au revoir,
Emile :)
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