I am participating in Armchair BEA this year. Armchair BEA is a chance for book lovers' who cannot attend BookExpo America to participate to participate in the fun from the comfort of their own homes.
Introductions
Please tell us a little bit about yourself: Who are you? How long have you been blogging? Why did you get into blogging? Where in the world are you blogging from?
My name is Rachel, and I live in Kansas City, Missouri. I have been blogging since April of this year. Previously I blogged about books off and on at http://not-another-mom.blogspot.com/. When I decided to try blogging again, I started a new blog instead of picking up the old one because I wanted a fresh start and I wanted the blog's name to reflect its purpose. I blog because I like talking about books and wanted to connect with other readers.
My blog is a place for me to share my thoughts about the books I have read. I am on Twitter and Instagram as @R2RachelReads.
I primarily read literary fiction, although I hate that name! I also read YA, YF, and more. I love to read because I like experiencing other lives and places.
My favorite book from last year was either The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien or The History of Love by Nicole Krauss. My favorite book so far this year is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie.
What is your favorite blogging resource?
My favorite blogging resource are other bloggers, of course! I looked at how other people did things and went from there. I am just getting started with using Twitter to connect with other bloggers and people from the book industry, and I use Goodreads to keep track of what I have read.
Share your favorite book or reading related quote.
There are so many great quotes out there, but I will pick as my favorite a quote from Erasmus that I used on some homemade bookmarks once: "When I have a little money, I buy books; and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.”
-----
I will try to come back later and blog about literature, but my son has soccer practice this morning, we are going to 2 barbecues, and I am an Armchair BEA cheerleader, and I need to attend to my cheerleading duties! Looking forward to a great week! ~ Rachel
Greetings, fellow Missourian! We'll show the book blogging world how to do BEA from an Armchair!
ReplyDeleteJoy's Book Blog
Greetings! I just need to get an armchair, I guess. I prefer to read on my couch. ;)
DeleteOoh! Literary fiction! Hey, it sounds impressive, so embrace it. I read primarily middle grade fiction, so if your soccer players are in that demographic and you need recommendations for them, you should stop by my blog. Hope that you enjoy Armchair BEA in between all of your real life activities!
ReplyDeleteI will. Thanks! I read quite a bit of middle grade fiction too. I like to have an idea of what they are reading and what they enjoy.
DeleteYay! I'm glad you didn't give up blogging and decided on a fresh start, Rachel! And yeah, literary fiction sounds very high class. All sophisticated and stuff :) I hope you get to your next post soon (although I'm too lazy to do mine) Go BEA CHEERLEADERS!
ReplyDeleteYes, and it should only be read in the salon while reclining on a chaise. ;)
DeleteOh man - The History of Love is one of my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE Books. I think it's so under-appreciated, at least among people I know. I was so glad to see it on your list! I really LOVE that book!
ReplyDeleteIt is great. I wanted to copy down every page and remember it forever.
DeleteSince you just started book blogging, this must be your first Armchair BEA. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteIt's funny because I've been reading blogs since 2007, so sometimes I forget that I am new. I feel like I know everyone already.
DeleteI love your quote! Welcome to the ArmchairBEA. This is my first time attending the online conference.
ReplyDeleteThanks! So far Armchair BEA seems like a lot of fun. Enjoy!
DeleteI didn't realize you were brand new! Awesome! Welcome to our quirky, amazing, fun community!
ReplyDeleteYes, talking about jumping in with both feet! Today has been a little overwhelming!
DeleteLove your blog name...clever. Hope you have a great time here at Armchair BEA. This is my first time to really attend, though I've faithfully signed up for it every year and just failed to participate!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I hope we can both keep up this year! It seems like fun so far.
DeleteThis comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDeleteVisiting your blog via ABEA; my YA mystery / thriller, FERAL, will release in August with HarperTeen.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing your other posts this week!
ReplyDelete--Brenda @DailyMayo
Catchy blog name - and welcome to your first Armchair BEA. It should be a fun week!
ReplyDeleteHi, Rachel -
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog yesterday - it was good to get to know you better reading this post! All of your favorite books listed here are favorites of mine, too, so i think we will get along well. Besides, I'm also a mom and also somewhat new to Twitter.
Nice to "meet" you!
Sue
Follow me on Twitter at @SueBookByBook
Ah yes, the much maligned term: Literary fiction! It's hard to define and it sounds so darn snobby ;) But it's my jam!
ReplyDeleteHope you're having a great ABEA!
Ah! My favorite book, The History of Love, is getting a lot of shout-outs via Armchair BEA. I'm so glad! Have you read Great House?
ReplyDeleteGreat to meet you. I hope you enjoyed ABEA!
ReplyDelete