by stacia | Jul 6, 2016 | monthly wrap-up, reading
Remember last month’s post, when I said: “In June, I’d like to read over 2000 pages and finish two VSI books, including the one on my currently-reading shelf. I’d also like to finish the short story book I started reading months ago.”...
by stacia | Jun 7, 2016 | monthly wrap-up, reading
May was a very in-between month with 6 books. Considering the number of things going on, including the beginning of two graduate courses, I’d say that’s not too bad. Let’s take a look: The Graveyard Book – Neil Gaiman – 4* – (May...
by stacia | May 9, 2016 | writing
I haven’t talked much about writing lately. In fact, I didn’t even bother with a writing wrap-up or forecast to start 2016. However, writing has been on my mind a lot recently, and I’ve even made some progress. When we moved to Alexandria last...
by stacia | May 3, 2016 | monthly wrap-up, reading
During March, I read 10 books. During April, only 4. What happened? I’m not really sure. (A visiting friend, travel, a 9-day migraine… those may have contributed to my low book count.) Let’s review: When We Were Alive – C.J. Fisher –...
by stacia | Apr 7, 2016 | monthly wrap-up, reading
Now THIS is how we reach some book goals. March was a 10-book month. We’ll get right to it. A Little Life – Hanya Yanagihara – 4* – (Mar. 2): (Goodreads review) This was a tough read. Well-written, great depth to the characters and...
by stacia | Mar 7, 2016 | monthly wrap-up, reading
February… Even in a Leap Year, this will be a short post. Bring on the books! My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She’s Sorry – Fredrik Backman – 3* – (Feb. 4): (Goodreads review) I wanted to love this based on reviews from friends....
