Dewey's Readathon: October 2010

Dewey's Readathon: October 2010 10/09/2010

Update the final...
Sunday, 11:27 am CST

I crashed and burned around 1:30 this morning. I thought I might nap and come back the last two or three hours but, that didn't happen. This was just not a good readathon for me. I was tired and stressed and had my impending school work on my mind. I'll have it together like previous readathons the next go 'round. On the positive, I enjoyed everything I read.

Total books read: 3
Total pages read: 454
Hours spent reading: about 12

Update the first...
8:30 pm CST

So, I started with Anna Hibiscus and adored it. I went to my literary fiction choice next and things slowed down. The book was a great read, but I just can't zoom through literary fiction and The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears deserved a thorough reading. Yes, reviews are indeed pending.

I was also disrupted by the Mr. and his sometimes nonsensical shananigans which cost me two hours. I will not go into detail because I'm peeved and it's ruining my groove. Anywho, on to Hooray for Anna Hibiscus then Catching Fire.

Books read: 2
Pages read: 338
Hours spent reading: about 10

It's that time again for some serious reading. I know, I usually proclaiming it's time to read "hardcore" but, I have some family time obligations that might distract me some today. Anyway, I will not be completely deterred from reading throughout the day. My updates may be inconsistent here but, I'll also chatter a bit on Twitter (@browngirlspeaks). So
far, here's what I plan to read:

Catching Fire by Suzanne Colins
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
Anna Hibiscus by Atinuke
Hooray for Anna Hibiscus by Atinuke
The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears by Dinaw Mengestu

I've got my eggs boiling to get my protein and I have a green smoothie ready. I hope that'll give me some energy because I'm quite tired. Off I go...

Happy readathon!

Comments

bekkah link

10/09/2010 7:49am

I only just read Hunger Games a few weeks ago, I definitely enjoyed it, but haven't gone ahead with the rest of the series yet.

Good luck and ENJOY!!!

Kinna link

10/09/2010 8:14am

Good picks for your reading. Enjoy yourself and remember to take breaks when you need them. I'm not reading this time but having a good time cheering people on! Will be back to check up on you! See you later.

BuriedInPrint link

10/09/2010 8:23am

Those really do sound like great choices: I'm especially interested to hear your thoughts on the Dinaw Mengestu novel! Happy Read-A-Thon-ing (it's my first time taking part)!

Janel link

10/09/2010 8:28am

Your reading list sounds great and your have food supplies ready to go! Happy Reading!

softdrink link

10/09/2010 8:46am

(Non)traditional Buddhist readathon blessing:

Just as the books fill the shelves,
Pile together on the floor and stack up on the table
So may the joy of the readathon
Flow forth to brighten your day and lift your spirit.
Books already read, books in progress and books yet to be read.

By the power of every word on the page
May your book be delightful,
As scary as Lovecraft’s Cthulhu
Or as sweet as a box of See’s candy.

Let the power of the images evoked by words
Keep you stay awake long through the night
May no obstacle impede
Your day filled with books.

For all of those who are reading today
Who follow in the path of Dewey
May your day be filled with the four blessings
Of fabulous books, tasty snacks, comfy chairs and joy.

Vasilly link

10/09/2010 8:53am

Happy reading! You have some good books in your stack!

Trish link

10/09/2010 9:14am

I've got Catching Fire in my stack as well!

I hope you have a truly fantastic readathon today!! :)

L. Marie link

10/09/2010 9:20am

Good luck & enjoy the readathon!

softdrink link

10/09/2010 3:43pm

1, 2, 3, 4
Hope your book isn’t a bore
5, 6, 7, 8
And your readathon is going great!

Cass link

10/09/2010 5:46pm

Let books be your dining table,
And you shall be full of delights
Let them be your mattress
And you shall sleep restful nights.

Trish link

10/09/2010 6:35pm

Let's go
Let's go, chip in, it's time to cheer,
It's simple, yell what you hear,
Go Reader Go,
Go Reader Go,
Fire up and scream,
Read
Read Read!

Hope you're having fun! :)

softdrink link

10/09/2010 9:12pm

The hour grows late
My cheers are lame
Hope you’re still reading
And your eyes aren’t aflame!

The1stdaughter (Danielle) link

10/09/2010 9:30pm

A little Suzanne Collins will go a long way, I'm sure.

Keep up the great reading! You're doing great! The eggs & green smoothie will no doubt help til late! :o)

-Your friendly Read-a-thon Cheerer "Danielle" aka The1stdaughter from <a href="http://www.theresabook.com">There's A Book</a>