Looking back at it now, it was a really solid reading year. I mean, it did its usual (for me) thing and meandered its merry way, here and there, up and down, and in fits and starts across the span of all twelve months. But it really did shape up nicely. Which is a good thing, because it was—shockingly, I know—another year in which we so desperately needed the authors and books and words of the world to come through for us. And they did, didn't they? I am, as ever, so grateful for them and their willingness to push through every barrier and battle that I know must try to keep them from putting their visions on paper. And so, as has long been my custom, I record here my list of published books that saw me through the year. Gifts, every one. (listed in the order in which I read them) The Atlas Complex by Olivie Blake Bride by Ali Hazelwood You Should Be So Lucky by Cat Sebastian Once Persuaded, Twice Shy by Melodie Edwards Lucky Bounce by Cait Nary Lips Like Sugar by Jes...
wow Angie, thats amazing! I'm trying so hard to try and think up a book that falls in that category and not coming up with much. I did however really really love Mistwood, such amazing writing.
ReplyDeleteI loved Cold Magic - that would get my vote! I'm looking forward to seeing which books get nominated!
ReplyDeleteOooh you're a Cybils panelist! How fun! It must take a lot of work though. I can't imagine how many books you have to read and discuss for this.
ReplyDeleteThat's so brilliant that your a panelist! I hope you enjoy it :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower, by the way...I found your blog at Amelia (Imagination in Focus). Have a great weekend :)
I saw on their blog that you were going to be a panelist. And first round again? Lots of reading till you drop right? Best of luck!!
ReplyDeleteAw I wish I'd been able to participate this year. It really stinks that I can't. But at least I know you guys are on it! I'll be happily reading your reviews and seeing what happens!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I hear it's a lot of fun and hard work. I'm excited to be on the judging panel for YA!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Angie! This should be your category!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You definitely need to be on this panel! (As well as the others, just an awesome set of reviewers!)
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited to be judging for the Picture Book category for the first time this year. I have no idea what to expect exactly, but I know what I want to nominate! :o)
Carla, Mistwood's a great choice! Should definitely be nominated.
ReplyDeleteHeather, me too. I love watching all the nominations roll in.
Chachic, lol. Yeah. The Round 1 panelists end up reading A LOT of books. I'm rolling up my sleeves as we speak...
Melissa, wonderful! So happy you stopped by. I'm very excited to participate again this year. Will keep you guys posted on the progress.
Michelle, that about sums it up. Will try not to drop on any hard surface this time. hehe.
Sami, I wish you could too! It was great fun last year working with you.
Michelle, woo-hoo! I'm excited for you, too. It's a ton of work but very, very satisfying on the whole.
Em, thanks! I'm happy to be involved again. Such great people.
1stdaughter, it is a great set. I love each of the other judges. I'm so glad you're on the picture book category this year. You are going to LOVE it! I already know what I want to nominate in that category as well. :)
Every year I consider applying to be a panelist, but living abroad makes it too difficult for me to get the books. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteLenore, you would love it. I'm sorry the distance thing is a factor. I'll try to have enough fun for the both of us. lol.
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