Hello, Littens! I've stepped out of my comfort zone and taken the plunge to start a bookblog. centralcitybooks.wordpress.com If you decide to follow it, THANK YOU! I appreciate you. I'd love to have a community on wordpress so if anyone else has a book blog or has some favorites please share and I'll be sure to follow. Looking forward to starting this new -chapter- in my book loving life.

4/5 🌟 for the tagged book with a full review on the blog!

4/5🌟 - Finished Beach Read earlier this week, and really enjoyed it. There was a lot less beach than I was expecting but so much more I wasn't expecting. I loved hearing about the writing process of two authors who write different genres. It's a great story of how a person feels when they receive shocking news that alters everything they remember of their past. The MCs were likeable and the town it was set in made me want to move.

Update for #Summerfunbingo #summerfun
Set at the beach or near water: Where the Crawdad's sing - Delia Owens (finished on June 15)
Summer Romance or Wedding: Beach Read- Emily Henry (finished on June 23)
On Audio: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone- Lori Gottlieb (finished on June 23)
Read a book about Anti-Racism: Between the World and Me- Ta-Nehisi Coates (finished on June 19)

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3/5?
This was cute, REALLY cute. The relationship between Darcy and Marisol is the kind of friendship few are lucky to have. Darcy's after school job is one to envy, bookstore with tons of reading time? Yes please. As cute as this was, &as likeable as the MCs were, this was just meh. I got bored halfway through and kept thinking "How much longer?" It's a good palette cleanser, and a fast read. TW: abandonment, hoarding, mentions of a car accident

Wow, definitely worth the hype. Kya's story is of resilience, of what happens when you're written off at a young age, and of nature vs. nurture. It made my heart ache while simultaneously had me pushing through to know what happens. I was angry that so few would have compassion for a scared, lonely child. Owen's writing was beautiful. I loved her careful, vivid, descriptions. This was an emotional rollercoaster right up to the last page. 5/5🌟

3/5🌟
I always expect to like V.R books as much as I did the Divergent series, and am always a bit disappointed. There is a lot I feel could have been left out of this book and a lot that could have been expanded on. The articles didn't add anything for me. The case files were good, but lacking. It was a fun easy read. Slow at times, rushed in others. I enjoyed that Sloan was a flawed MC.
*images found on pinterest and added to a collage*

I can't believe it took me THIS long to start AoGG series. I'm 30 &read book one for the first time this past week. Needless to say, I loved it. I wish I had known Anne growing up. I think her imagination &ever-growing optimism would have done a younger me very well. I loved through-out the first book she was fearlessly herself. I can't wait to step into GG again, but I'm making my way through some library holds.
4/5 🌟
*images are from pinterest.

I'm treating this impromptu time off from work, and social distancing, as an excuse to spend lazy mornings in bed reading. Trying to surround myself with as much peace as possible and detach from the news sites I'm constantly refreshing. Making a point to find that balance of keeping informed without the anxiety spiral.

100 pages in and my heart breaks for Lydia, but enjoying this March BOTM pick

About 11 years ago my dad had some life threatening health problems happen. After that he decided that he always wanted to write a book, so he did. He self-edited and seld-published through Amazon. I'm thankful he reached this point in his life where he could cross a life-long dream off of his bucket list. He told me "I always wanted to do it, so I did. I don't care if it's not something everyone likes." I couldn't be more proud of him.

Really enjoyed this one. I thought the concept was cool and I liked Oona, I was happy to be on her journey with her.
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My job is shut down, I did a thoughtful food shop, I've a circulation of comfy clothes lined up,& a stocked TBR. I'm ready to begin the next weeks of social distancing. I come into contact with A LOT of different people on a daily basis so I'm taking this time to keep myself & my family safe. Hope everyone is doing well!

**Deal Alert**
This book was awesome and it's on sale for $2.99!

When I first picked this book up 2-3 years ago, I read the first chapter and thought "nah." It just wasn't the right time, but now, omg. Lindy is able to articulate every argument I have in my head where the words don't reach my mouth. She seems like the type of person you could form an instant connection with. I loved this book, she's gained a lifelong fan. I'm silently in her corner, inwardly cheering from afar
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I'm so happy I waited.

Goodbye February, you were a terrible month but at least I had some good reads along the way.

Favorites: Educated, Recursion, and My Sister the Serial Killer
Least favorite: The Hating Game, I spent the whole book feeling sorry for Josh.

Loved and late to the game.

So excited to have attended this tonight. I love going to bookish events but, for me, the worst part is that I want my book signed but I can't stop myself from thinking "Oh God, I have to talk to someone new"

I like tag-teaming books with audio while driving and reading at home, which is what I'm doing with The Cactus. I actually prefer the audio on this one. The narrator is lovely and the voice fits the main character so well. This seems to be the unpopular opinion, but I'm really enjoying this read so far.

Phew, it's been awhile. January was a great reading month. I know I won't finish another before tomorrow ends. My favorite from this month was "The Starless Sea" I loved it so much as soon as I finished reading I downloaded the audio for my husband to listen to at work, had to share it with him so we could talk about it. My least favorite was "I was told there'd be cake" I almost didn't finish it, but pushed through.

Hope everyone is doing well!

After listening to this, I think I'm taking a break from eating out.

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What do you mean I have to adult and can't lay around reading?

Saturday morning sass to start the day.
The New Avengers: Sentry Part 3

Possibly back after a whirlwind of a 2 months. There was almost no time for reading. I'm about to start my own little reading challenge:
The summer of Marvel. Here goes!
The Invincible Iron Man
Iron Man #1 (1968)

Couldn't find it to tag it.

I'm not sure where I saw this but I've decided to give it a go. A subscription box where you get 2 used books for 9.99 or 4 for 14.99 . You can also cancel at anytime. I did the 2 books to test it out. They're based here in NC, which I thought was cool.

If you'd like to try it with me here's a referral link. Hopefully I'll get something that I love and normally wouldn't have picked up. https://www.usedbooksmonthly.com/refer/Victo-VSQJMYSK

I've got the, just finished a series, blues. Hopefully this stand alone will push me through.

Thank you, @Bookwormjillk ! The candy hearts didn't make it through the mail but everything else was cute and perfect!

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Look what came today!!! Thank you, @Bookwormjillk !!!

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I've decided this year for Valentine's day to do blind date with a book for the ladies in my husband's office. I went to the used book store and picked these out. I've read them all but I'm useless when it comes to giving little hints. Please help, Littens, what little hints would you write for each?

Starting this today!

100 pages left in A Discovery of Witches, loving the first book and anxious to start the next. Also started listening to Michelle Obama's book today, loving that already also.

I sent this out without a card, I remembered with one of those hit you out of no where moments. However, I did manage to remember to put my litsy handle at the return address area. If you receive this box it's from me! I had fun picking stuff out for you and can't wait for you to open!!!

Edit* when I mailed this they stamped "perishable" on it but it isn't. just chocolate and candy

#cupidgoespostal #litsybookexchange #valentinesbookexchange

OMG, I watched the first season of this and loved it. As soon as I finished I ran to the bookshelf and immediately pulled it out. This has been on the shelf for years and it's about time it gets love. I'm happy I watched it first, I usually am happier watching first because I don't sit around going "that's not right" or "that didn't happen in the book"

Until the very end.

Made it home! Can't wait to be around the magic for the rest of the week. I also managed to finish shopping for my match before I left! Just have to package it up and ship when I get back to my muggle house. #valentinesbookexchange #cupidgoespostal

Finally cleaned up the shelves. All the books have a home, either on this one or my other, and I passed along a minimum of 50 very lovely books to new owners. The shelves make me happy again!

Anyone else ever feel like all of their library holds come off at the same time? There are other books on my mind but January has been filled with all the library holds.

Audiobook and editing while I wait for my shoot this afternoon. Great way to start the week. 1 more week until I'm in FL on vacation!! Still have 1 or 2 spots left for a Disney or Wizarding World shoot if any Orlando residents are interested!

I saved this to read and I'm SO glad I did. I love watching thrillers before reading them. One of my favorite things to do is gasp along to the TV with my husband and if I read the book before, it doesn't work out so well. I'm on the edge of my seat! Can't wait to read this now. Anyone else watching?

If you would have told me a story about Alexander Hamilton would make me tear up, I probably would have laughed at you. When we saw Hamilton there were so many moving parts that made me tear up. Even now when I listen to the soundtrack I STILL get watery eyes. This book also did that to me. Hearing how passionate everyone was, is, and all of their stories of how Hamilton came to be, really choked me up.

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Spending the night with an audio redead - listening to HP and playing fallout. Perfect Saturday.

When I put this on hold I was number 300+ but it's finally my turn. Spending my rainy last weekday of vacation with this book.

I may have watched the movie first while I was waiting...
....and I loved it!

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Heading back home in less than a month! There are a couple of photographers whose work I LOVE who do HP and Disney Shoots, which is my dream. Literally, my dream job, just a bit modified from my current job. So if anyone on here in the Orlando area with season passes wants to hire a photographer, me, for couple or family pictures in HP World let me know and I'll send you my website!! I know this is unconventional, but like I said, DREAM SHOOT.

Finally getting back to Bernadette. Lucky to still be off for the Holiday's, taking advantage and spending a good chunk of the morning in bed reading.

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Someone was really disappointed when she realized she didn't make it 😂. Our other dog put herself to bed at 10pm and never came back out. Hope everyone had a great New Year's Eve!! I spent mine watching movies and playing games with my favorite guy.

Happy New Year to you all!!

I know I'm not going to finish anymore books this year so here are my favorites in no particular order.

Poor Bernadette has been sitting on the shelf for YEARS. The trailer looked good so I figured it's her time.

I enjoyed this and some of Maggie's near death experiences were horrible, but some I found myself thinking "Duh". I felt like she did a few things that were kind of dumb and landed her in specific situations.

I listened to the audio and loved the narrator, it was not Maggie. Her voice was so soothing.

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Annnndd... go. I used to follow this author on Tumblr before she WAS an author. It's great to see people achieving their dreams.

It's raining and a perfect day to binge short books but I'm finally seeing Mary Poppins today so I'll have to break after this one. At least I'll finish- I am I am I am - on my drive to the movie.

Jumping on the short reads train. I won't reach my goal this year, but at least I'll be closer.

I spent most of my day finishing this book. I kept holding out that the library might get the kindle version. I've been on a physical book buying ban, since I wasn't regularly reading, they never did but this went on kindle deals and I bought it immediately. Beautifully written, I absolutely loved the ending. I wish I could read Maude's books..

Finished one audiobook, HP2 Reread, and started another yesterday.

Maggie O'Farrell had me tearing up within the first story. I have about an hour left in this audiobook but I needed a break from all the heartbreak. Maggie has definitely poked my anxiety.