Huzzah to Book Binging!
The Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @ Kimba The Caffeinated Book Reviewer.
Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga @ Tynga’s Reviews.
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REVIEW BOOKS!
I got a lovely mix of review books this week. PYR in particular sent me three books. Goodness gracious! I was also super super excited to receive MORTAL GODS, THE SEAT OF MAGIC, A BARRICADE IN HELL and BITTER GREENS. I can’t read through these fast enough!!
Bitter Greens by Kate Forsyth | Goodreads | a historical retelling of Rapunzel
A Barricade in Hell by Jaime Lee Moyer | Goodreads | – My review of book 1: DELIA’S SHADOW goes live 6/16/14 (Monday)
Mortal Gods by Kendare Blake | Goodreads | – check out my review of Book1: ANTIGODDESS
The Seat of Magic by J. Kathleen Cheney| Goodreads | I adored her first book with selkie and seria in an alternate history fantasy Portugal. See my review of Book1: THE GOLDEN CITY
Falling Sky by Rajan Khanna | Goodreads | – zombie-esque? pirates? Yeah I can do this baby
Grudge Bearer by J.F. Lewis | Goodreads | – hey Fantasy – and there is a dragon on the cover!
The Leopard by K.V. Johansen | Goodreads | – This sounds like some really cool epic fantasy
Shattering the Ley by Joshua Palmatier | Goodreads | – Mogsy @ The Bibliosanctum was awesome enough to send me her extra copy and it sounds realllly cool. Be not fooled by the scary typography on the front.
NICE DRAGONS FINISH LAST by Rachel Aaron | Goodreads | – AND WAIT!!! This one is what I’m totally going GA GA over because as you all well know I LOVED the RACHEL BACH Paradox Trilogy so when Rachel Aaron (aka Rachel Bach) put out a update that she was looking for some reviewers to read her upcoming self published book NICE DRAGONS FINISH LAST, I swooped in and begged for a copy. Isn’t the cover gorgeous? It’s urban fantasy with DRAGONS! See my interview with her
PURCHASED BOOKS!
So I bought a bunch of of books recently. These are the ones I have on hand. The other batch I ordered from Bookoutlet.com (I think over 10 books…yes I have a buying addition ok?) So I’ll show that goodie box when it arrives.
Malice by John Gwynne
The Obsidian Pebble by Rhys Jones
Steampunk II edited by Ann & Jeff Vandermeer
Midnight Riot by Ben Aaronovitch
Shadow Ops: Control Point by Myke Cole
Equoid by Charles Stross
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MORE BEA Books!
On the last day of BEA (BookCon day) I didn’t have anymore room in my carry on or checked bags for my plane flight so I had to mail myself a box. I was a dummy and already shelved them all as soon as I got them. So honestly – I know I got a bunch of graphic novels. Mouse Guard vol 2, Tanpopo vol 2, Rust – Visitor in the Field, Darklight, 28 Days Later, Clive Barker’s Next Testament, a TON of single first issues (for those of you that don’t know – the IMAGE COMICS booth always gives away a ton of free single issue, first issue comics.
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Marvelous Things I Found This Week
So I’ve had a pretty awful week. My toddler came down with an absolutely nasty case of the ikkie ikkies and couldn’t go to daycare all week. Plus I was on call for work – and when I mean on call I mean I was getting calls constantly all hours of the night – very NOT pleasant. But really there is always someone that somehow manages to brighten my day. So here I’m sharing it with you!
Nikki @ There Were Books Involved mentioned me in her BEA wrap-up post as a blogger she aspired to be. I think my jaw about dropped. This is her giving lots of love and shout outs to all many of the people she met at BEA. I love seeing how enthusiastic everyone is about the new people they get to meet and hopefully become friends with.
And then another blogger I adore pimped me as one of her favorite fantasy blogs!
@peruseproject Ack! Ok! Fantasy-wise, I love @jnikkir @Pabkins @OnStarshipsBlog @ReviewBarn
— Emily (@OhMagicHour) June 13, 2014
I also found this little pearl of wisdom
The truth is never as sexy as you want it to be. That’s why we have fiction. — Sam Sykes (@SamSykesSwears) June 13, 2014
And stumbled upon a blog post putting out the stats on just how many of us women really DO play video games. A lot I tell you – A LOT.
Why is everyone demanding games be feminist when women don’t even buy games? — http://t.co/rMhwTlZ5LP (Dumb question, great answer)
— Joe Martin (@JoeThreepwood) June 13, 2014
And you all know how I love fan art – I was super excited when I found this tweet putting out fan art of actual authors. The other figuers are Myke Cole and Delilah Dawson (I guess them right hehe)
As promised here is the picture of @SamSykesSwears and @ChuckWendig eating @wes_chu pic.twitter.com/C6IuPfdoKK — kasey gibbs (@MercuryRitter) June 13, 2014
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Author Interviews & Guest articles so far this month:
- Jay Posey: The Neuro Net, The Journey to Technology
- Jaime Lee Moyer gives us A Field Guide to Ghosts
- Rebecca Hahn discusses Fairy tale magic in A Creature of Moonlight
- Chris Willrich discusses 5 Things He Didn’t Know About the Silk Road
- Gail Z. Martin discusses Why we collect things & What we collect
Be sure to enter my E-Reader Giveaway ends June 17th!
Huzzah to Book Binging! – linking up to these two lovely ladies
The Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @ Kimba The Caffeinated Book Reviewer.
Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga @ Tynga’s Reviews.
What books are you binging on this week!?
Tabitha (Pabkins)
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Nathan (@reviewbarn)
I WAS READING AARON FROM THE GET GO!!
She obviously sent it to the wrong address. California, Colorado, easy mistake to make.
I read the cute little panda book once to the kiddo. He didn’t like it. Perhaps his Gaiman love will come later in life. At least I hope so. He better.
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Tabitha (Not Yet Read)
You need some books Nathan? Have you read Delia’s Shadow? I have an Extra copy of book two that just came out. Most of the other duplicates I get are YA tho and I doubt you’d want those lol
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Nathan (@reviewbarn)
Naw, I am good. I get treated pretty nicely by some pubs, and lord knows NetGalley kicks my ass at times. I am glad to be in a slower new release time TBH, catching up a few old ones.
And thanks for the shoutout the other day!
Shawna
Sorry to hear about the bebe. I hope things are better there soon.
I liked the video game article, and agree, games should be more feminist. I have been a gamer a long time, as have you, and it would be nice to have stuff that is reflective of us. Not all games can be Animal Crossing and Skyrim, I suppose.
As for books, this weekend I am reading The Fourth Stall, knitting magazines, and beading magazines.
Tabitha (Not Yet Read)
The little guy is definitely getting better. It was a rough past seven days that is for sure.
I think Skyrim came out when I was pregnant. I have my copy installed but I think I started it and got violently motion sick because of the pregnancy. Ah yes it’s all coming back now. I must try again now and see if I can handle it. I notice after having Colin that I get motion sick way easier and I was already prone to it with some video games. Like Bioshock…sweet hot totties did I want to play that game but I just about puked after three attempts.
I haven’t knit in awhile, I prefer crochet and love making amigurumi toys. What you knitting? I have a bead collection too! Course I only ever used them to make book markers lol.
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Aimee @ Deadly Darlings
Look at all those books! I spy Mortal Gods–so jealous. I loved Antigoddess! I hope your little one gets better soon! You’re definitely a blogger to be admired–why are you shocked? 😛
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Luna's Little Library
All those pretty things. 🙂
I confess that BookCon was too scary, I got 2 books that day and hid in the BEA section.
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That’s a nice stack of books you got there. Bitter Greens is still high on my wish list, fairy tale retelling 😀 and also with a historical setting, I like that combination. I look forward seeing your review 🙂 Falling sky: zombies and pirates? Perfect combination. Happy reading!
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Nikki
Nice haul! I must look into the new Rachel Aaron book…
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Zareena
So many nice books! I hope you enjoy them all 😀
My StS .
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Cait @ Notebook Sisters
YAY FOR THOSE AWESOME TWEETS! Sad that your little one was sick though. 🙁 It’s the saddest thing when a small fry is sick, because they can’t even properly say what’s hurting them. MAKES ME SO SAD.
My StS!
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Jessie H.
I found your blog through Emily at Oh Magic Hour and Nikki’s #SandersonArmy list! They are totally right to pimp you out. Your blog is excellent!
I’m so excited for the new Rachel Aaron book! I love her Eli Monpress series as well as the Paradox series! I got it to review also. I read it one sitting. It’s fantastic! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on it!
You got so many great books. And, yes. That is indeed Myke Cole and Delilah S. Dawson. I love all of those authors in that picture!
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Melliane
So many great books, I’m really impatient to read all your reviews about them. Happy reading!
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Wendi
A Barricade in Hell has an awesome cover. I’m going to have to read the first book in the series. Chu’s Day looks adorable too. 🙂
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Nicole @ The Quiet Concert
I’ve heard good things about Mortal Gods and Bitter Greens!
Happy Reading!
Nicole @ The Quiet Concert
Tammy @ Books Bones & Buffy
I got FALLING SKIES as well. OMG love the cartoon of poor Wesley Chu’s arm being ripped off! Sooo funny. Hope your kiddo gets better soon and you have a more pleasant week next week. Sick kids are not fun…
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Tsuki @ Tsuki's Books
Great post and happy reading!
Tsuki’s STS
kara-karina
So many goodies I’m jealous about, Tabitha! First of all A Barricade in Hell and Bitter Greens are on my wishlist. Secondly, new Rachel Aaron?! SQUEE!!! I can’t wait to read this book myself! 🙂 Fabulous haul! And I’m sorry about your toddler being ill and some work from hell 🙁 Hope all is better now and you have a wonderful week ahead! *hugs*
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Leydy
Nice haul! I hope you enjoy your new books
Come and check out OUT’s STS
And dont forget to enter the giveaways!
Leydy from OUAT & RCE
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Mogsy
Haha, the title font for Shattering the Ley truly is awful. Ooh, Barricade in Hell! I want to read that, but I still have yet to read Delia’s Shadow and I think I should first before tackling it.
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Tabitha (Pabkins)
I thought you’d read Delia’s Shadow already! Oh you will enjoy it I think. It’s got a smidge of romance too. I just finished writing my review. I really liked it.
Awful font! Ruins the beauty of that cover totally!
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Anne @ Lovely Literature
I’m looking forward to The Seat of Magic!I must admit that The Golden City was my first taste of selkies/sirens and Cheney’s writing was boss. Hope you enjoy!!
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Kathy @ My Nook, Books & More
You got a lot of great books! Mortal Gods caught my eye so I added the Antigoddess to my TBR.
Have a great week!!
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Red Iza
Being on duty call while having a sick baby is definitely not easy ! You had such wonderful books over there, I want to read them all… Enjoy and have a better wee, hope the baby’s better (and you too ! 🙂
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Red Iza
I meant weeK, of course !
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Kel
Great book haul! I’m definitely looking forward to Mortal Gods. And book bloggers are such nice people, aren’t they? 🙂
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Tabitha (Not Yet Read)
Did you like ANTIGODDESS? I’m looking forward to it as well. Yes book bloggers are indeed awesome people 🙂
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Kel
Yep, overall I did enjoy Antigoddess. 🙂
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Lisa (@TenaciousReader)
Your kid might be a bit young for it still (not sure how old), but Fortunately the Milk was a *huge* hit with my boys 🙂 Control Point was a fun book, curious to hear how you like it 🙂
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Nikki
YOU WENT TO BEA? Jealous! Also you totally seem aspire-worthy to be :3
ENJOY MORTAL GODS! I LOVED Antigoddess last year! I swear she’s a writing goddess. (Puns. Gotta love em.)
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Jessica @ Rabid Reads
Well suck. I hope this week goes better for you than last week did, and hey, buy all the friggin’ books you want–clearly you deserve it 😉 And yes, you are FOR SURE one of my favorite SFF blogs too. I’m pretty sure you know that, but just in cases you didn’t . . .
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Kirsty-Marie
Ohmygod, Mortal Gods! Look at the pretty! And yay, for the blog love support. But look at the pretty! Now you see it…*steals* now you don’t. 😉
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Dre @ Sporadic Reads
Those books have pretty covers 😀
“The Nasty Case of the Ikkie Ikkies” – sounds like an awesome movie title!
And this quote : “The truth is never as sexy as you want it to be. That’s why we have fiction.” <3
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Jamie (Jay)
Quite a few of these look good. Looks like I got some new titles to go look up. 🙂 Hope you enjoy all these. Happy Reading!
Here are my newest additions.
Anya
Yey, I’m so excited you got Shattering the Ley, I’m planning on reading that next, buddy read? 😀
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