reading challenge – Elza Kinde

#ReadIfYouDare2020

October 29, 2020October 29, 2020Posted in conferences & events, for readers, fun & games, made by meTagged #ReadIfYouDare2020, amreading, book blogger, conferences & events, Halloween, reading challengeLeave a comment

If you’re looking for something to do in wake of canceled costume parties and treatless doorsteps, I present you with a bookish alternative.

Read if You Dare

Saturday, October 31 | 6PM-Midnight (PST)

This open house style event will be hosted via Twitter. I’ve got lots of fun & games prepared so fellow bookworms and bloggers can mingle, talk about the books we love, and and maybe fit in a little extra reading before the month is over!

If you’re not a fan of horror, no worries! Pick whatever you like to read. You’re still welcome.

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My Reading in May 2020

June 1, 2020June 1, 2020Posted in reading challengesTagged #BookADayMay, #MGCarousel, amreading, book blogger, bookworm, IReadMG, kidlit, lower middle grade, MGCarousel, MGLit, MGReads, Middle Grade, middlegrade, reading, reading challengeLeave a comment

Last month, I decided to give #BookADayMay a try. I’ll admit, it didn’t go exactly as planned. I hold to my “all progress is good progress” mentality, but 15/31 books doesn’t really warrant a celebratory wrap-up blog post. Instead, I’ve decided to simply share about the books I did manage to read this May.

Elza's progress for #BookADayMay from Middle Grade Carousel at Elymnifoquent.com

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The Beginner’s Guide to Reading Indie

April 6, 2020April 7, 2020Posted in favorite fiction, for readers, reading challengesTagged #IndieApril, amreading, book blogger, book reccomendation, bookworm, indie authors, indie books, reading, reading challengeLeave a comment

I hope you’re in the mood to read, because it’s #IndieApril season! Yes, I see that tippy tower of books you were planning to tackle in the near future, but there’s always room for more books, am I right?

#IndieApril is all about promoting independent authors. These trailblazers go above and beyond the already challenging task of penning a novel—they also take on the full responsibility of editing, formatting, packaging, marketing, and all that other behind-the-scenes business stuff that goes into a glamorous modern writing career. Impressive, no?

Places like Etsy and Kickstarter have gotten us acclimated to accepting creators who make their own path toward success. The world is catching on that the future is highly independent, and support for solo ventures and small businesses is on the rise.

Feeling ready to dive in and try reading something less traditional? Here are a few tips to guide you on your quest to discover excellent indie books.

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2019 Highlight Reel

January 1, 2020January 1, 2020Posted in tags & memesTagged blogger, book blogger, creative lifestyle, creativity, memes, reading, reading challenge, writerslifeLeave a comment

Happy New Year, everyone! I’ve never been a big fan of clip/recap episodes, but I think there’s some benefit in creating them for ourselves.

Whether you missed it the first time around, wanted to relive these most-magical moments, or were hoping for my all-important opinions on certain auspicious events, as long as you’re good and ready for a lot of me talking about myself, read on.

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10 Books I Can’t Stop Recommending

August 12, 2019August 12, 2019Posted in favorite fiction, for readersTagged amreading, book blogger, book reccomendation, bookworm, reading, reading challengeLeave a comment

If you know just one reader, you probably already know that we can’t help ourselves from bringing books into every conversation. Because stuff reminds us of what we’ve read. And what we’ve read is awesome. And everyone should be able to experience that awesomeness for themselves. Thus, the never-ending book recommendations. Sorry, not sorry.

For today, I’ll be sharing some of the books (I’m limiting myself to 10) that I CAN’T stop recommending. Please, if you like me even a little bit, read these books. And then come back and tell me so we can have a nice chat.

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#BookADayMay Wrap Up + #MGCarousel Book Bingo for May

June 3, 2019June 3, 2019Posted in reading challengesTagged #BookADayMay, amreading, book blogger, bookworm, IReadMG, MGCarousel, MGLit, Middle Grade, middlegrade, reading, reading challenge2 Comments

Books are a big part of my life all year ’round, but kicking off summer with a reading challenge has always been my favorite tradition. There’s something about that first day with the A/C on that makes me wild for a trip to the library…

That being said, it’s a lot easier for me to stay focused when there’s some sort of incentive attached, which is why I decided to participate in Middle Grade Carousel‘s first official #BookADayMay challenge!

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Show & Tell – April Reading

May 3, 2019May 2, 2019Posted in reading challengesTagged #IndieApril, amreading, book bingo, book blogger, indie authors, IReadMG, MGCarousel, MGLit, MGReads, Middle Grade, middlegrade, reading, reading challenge, YAbooks, YAreads, young adultLeave a comment

Between #MGCarousel’s book bingo and binging on #IndieApril reads, I packed in a lot of pages during April. An accomplishment, considering I also managed to write 30,000 words for Camp NaNoWriMo (yay!). Oh, and I’ve been plugging away at #36daysoftype on Instagram. It’s been a wild month.

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Show & Tell – Spring Reading Bingo

April 5, 2019April 3, 2019Posted in reading challengesTagged amreading, book bingo, book blogger, book reccomendation, IReadMG, kidlit, MGCarousel, MGLit, MGReads, Middle Grade, middlegrade, reading challengeLeave a comment

Don’t ask how I managed, but that’s a TRIPLE Bingo! I’m pretty excited about having read so much in one month. Honestly, most of them were pretty stellar, too. That’s a win-win in my book!

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5 Reading Challenges You Should Try

March 11, 2019March 5, 2019Posted in reading challengesTagged amreading, book blogger, bookworm, Goodreads, reading, reading challenge3 Comments

I enjoy a good challenge. A challenge gives me the tools I need to succeed. Special criteria or themes allow me to get creative. Time limits provide motivation. Being judged and receiving feedback drives me to make a good impression. If I want to get something done, the first thing I do is turn it into a challenge.

One of the things I challenge myself to do is read more. And, thanks to Goodreads groups and the bookish community on social media, I’ve found lots of fun ways to conquer my To-Read stack while engaging with other enthusiasts!

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Show & Tell – Winter Reading Wrap-Up

March 9, 2019March 9, 2019Posted in reading challengesTagged amreading, book bingo, book blogger, bookworm, IReadMG, kidlit, MGLit, MGReads, Middle Grade, middlegrade, reading challengeLeave a comment

My reading this year has felt slow at best, but looking back over the last couple months I’m surprised by the total number of books I’ve finished. This is why we keep track of our progress, friends!

While I was really hoping to kick off 2019 with a bingo, I was a little late to realize any books on out shelf with griffons were on the L O N G side! Oops.

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