WooHoo! A Royal Pregnancy!

Look,  I Know This Isn't Book Related and I was suppose to do a review today.. BUT I am SO excited for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to be expecting their 1st Child.  For Those Who Don't Know Me Well. I absolutely adore the Duchess and have followed her closely. (Also, Will and Kate are both my 16th Cousins) Not That I will ever meet them, or my 17th cousin.
Since, it is reported Kate is NOT at her 12 week/ 1st trimester yet. I will Assume She is about 8 weeks and that the baby was conceived sometime in October. So I predict the babies due date will Be Late July to Early August.  (Late August, Early September at the Latest).

Gender: I am going to say Girl.

Name:  If it is a girl, I highly suspect That Diana and Elizabeth will be apparent of her name. Diana (meaning - Divine) after of course his Mom and Elizabeth (meaning-God Is My Oath) for the Queen and Also, Kate's Middle Name. I am Feeling Diana Elizabeth Alexandra. (obviously, I am most likely wrong and have no REAL insight into what They are Thinking)

If my gender prediction proves wrong,  and it is a boy. For Some reason I feel like Liam (meaning - strong willed warrior) may be a name choice. It is trendy and popular in England and is also a shortened version of William.  However, I feel Charles (meaning -free man), Phillip (meaning - lover of horses) are Strong Picks in the name mix, with a possibility of Frances (meaning - from france or free) and Spencer (meaning - Butler, Steward). Both Names representing his mother.

Are You Excited For The Royal Pregnancy? What Are YOUR Predictions for the babies Gender and Name?

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Big Book Survery

I saw this posted on Downright Dystopian and I thought I'd give it a try! If you'd like to join in, feel free to! I may have done this before... but whatever.

1. Favorite childhood book?

Oh WAY too hard! 

2. What are you reading right now?

The Friday Society By Adrienne Kress

3. What books do you have on request at the library?

At The Moment I Don't Have Any..

4. Bad book habit?

Returning Library Books Late? And Being A Cover Snob.. 

5. What do you currently have checked out at the library?

Surprisingly Nothing

6. Do you have an e-reader?

Yes/No... I have an IPad that has the Kindle App.

7. Do you prefer to read one book at a time, or several at once?

I used to read only one book at a time. But Now That I have an "ereader" and a blog.. I will read on the Ipad and One actual book at the same time.

8. Have your reading habits changed since starting a blog?

Yes, I read way more often! 

9. Least favorite book you read this year (so far?)

I'm So Happy For You.. By Idk cause I already forgot and well I REALLY hated the book

10. Favorite book you’ve read this year?

SO Hard To Say.. It Is Between What Remains By Carole Radziwell and The Book Thief By Markus Zusak

11. How often do you read out of your comfort zone?

Pretty Much Never. Unless It is highly recommended 

12. What is your reading comfort zone?

Young Adult. Historical Fiction, Mysterys, Paranormal. Some contemporaries.. 

13. Can you read on the bus?

If it isn't loud I think so.. but It is hard for me to read in the car.

14. Favorite place to read?

My Bed.

15. What is your policy on book lending?

I don't. VERY RARE. People usually cannot keep the books to my insane OCD standards.

16. Do you ever dog-ear books?

NO

17. Do you ever write in the margins of your books?

NO

18. Not even with text books?

NOPE 

19. What is your favorite language to read in?

English. Since I haven't had a chance to read books in another language.

20. What makes you love a book?

So Many Things. Usually the writing, the ability to immerse me in another place. Or When something is written that really speaks to me.

21. What will inspire you to recommend a book?

If I REALLY Love something I will almost always tell anyone I can to read it. Normally, people have to ask though and from there I will make a recommendation based on what they like.

22. Favorite genre?

Historical Fiction.. YA

23. Genre you rarely read (but wish you did?)

Dystopian

24. Favorite biography?

I don't REALLY read any.

25. Have you ever read a self-help book?

Not Really Only Like Giuliana and Bill Rancics Book, and Bethenny Frankels.

26. Favorite cookbook?

I have many!

27. Most inspirational book you’ve read this year (fiction or non-fiction)?

hmm.. What Remains and Book Thief again.

28. Favorite reading snack?

Green Tea

29. Name a case in which hype ruined your reading experience.

Daughter of Smoke and Bone By Laini Taylor

30. How often do you agree with critics about a book?

Don't really pay attention to that.

31. How do you feel about giving bad/negative reviews?

I don't mind it. But I try to be as nice as possible

32. If you could read in a foreign language, which language would you choose?

French and Italian. I read these langauges better than I speak them.. but I don't have any actual Books in these languages.

33. Most intimidating book you’ve ever read? 
Atlas Shrugged it is 1000 pages! I am only on 100 haha

34. Most intimidating book you’re too nervous to begin?

None that I can this of.

35. Favorite Poet?

Shakespeare?

36. How many books do you usually have checked out of the library at any given time?

10

37. How often have you returned book to the library unread?

Did for the 1st time last weekend

38. Favorite fictional character? 
You cannot do that to me! Too Many To pick 

39. Favorite fictional villain?

Voldemort?

40. Books you’re most likely to bring on vacation?

Depending on how long we are staying.. But usually I'll bring the book I am currently reading and whatever is on the top of my TBR pile

41. The longest you’ve gone without reading.

a day or two

42. Name a book that you could/would not finish.
I don't like DNF-ing but I couldn't finish Beauty Queen By Libba Bray

43. What distracts you easily when you’re reading?

Loud Noises and Interruptions 

44. Favorite film adaptation of a novel?

Harry Potter

45. Most disappointing film adaptation?

My Sister's Keeper

 46. The most money I’ve ever spent in the bookstore at one time?

$100

47. How often do you skim a book before reading it?

never

48. What would cause you to stop reading a book half-way through?

I am bored.. 

49. Do you like to keep your books organized?

Yes,  I have a whole OCD system.. 

50. Do you prefer to keep books or give them away once you’ve read them?

KEEP, to me books finishing a book and adding to my bookshelf is like a trophy to me. This was one of the reasons library books and ereaders were hard for me to want to read. 

51. Are there any books you’ve been avoiding?

No?

52. Name a book that made you angry.

I'm So Happy For You. The Main Character was just a HUGE bitch!

53. A book you didn’t expect to like but did?

Graceling by Kristin Cashore. I wasn't so sure if I'd like the whole fantasy thing because the only other fantasy books I'd read was Harry Potter. 

54. A book that you expected to like but didn’t?

Mad Love By Susanne Selfors

55. Favorite guilt-free, pleasure reading?

Oh the easy chick lit books or books written by Comedians 

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Seasons Giving!

Hello!

I have decided that I would like to raise some money this month for charity. All you have to do is buy merchandise from my Online Store powered through Cafe Press. I have an assortment of bookish related merchandise, perfect for us book lovers and authors a like. (More Merch. To Be Added)

 How It Works..

When You Buy Something From My Store, %10 of What I Earn From Your Purchase Will Be Donated To A Charity of  "Your Choice"

What I Mean By Your Choice Is I have Selected 6 Charities That We Can Possibly Donate To. All You Have To Do Is Place Your Vote In The Poll In The Upper Right Column, You Have Until Dec. 8th to Vote For Your Favorite Until it is narrowed to the top 4 and then top 2. The Purchasing for the Charity will end on Dec. 31st.

Voting Dates
Top 6 - Now to December 8th
Top 4 - December 9th to December 22nd
Top 2 - December 23rd to December 31st

The Charities 

World Wildlife Fund- "Our Vision for the FutureWe seek to save a planet, a world of life. Reconciling the needs of human beings and the needs of others that share the Earth, we seek to practice conservation that is humane in the broadest sense. We seek to instill in people everywhere a discriminating, yet unabashed, reverence for nature and to balance that reverence with a profound belief in human possibilities. From the smallest community to the largest multinational organization, we seek to inspire others who can advance the cause of conservation.We seek to be the voice for those creatures who have no voice. We speak for their future. We seek to apply the wealth of our talents, knowledge, and passion to making the world wealthier in life, in spirit, and in living wonder of nature.Goal and StrategiesBy 2020, WWF will conserve 15 of the world’s most ecologically important regions by working in partnership with others to:

• Protect and restore species and their habitats

• Strengthen local communities' ability to conserve the natural resources they depend upon

• Transform markets and policies to reduce the impact of the production and consumption of commodities

• Ensure that the value of nature is reflected in decisions made by individuals, communities, governments and businesses

• Mobilize hundreds of millions of people to support conservation"

Autism Speaks- "Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Their longtime friend Bernie Marcus donated $25 million to help financially launch the organization. Since then, Autism Speaks has grown into the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We are proud of what we've been able to accomplish and look forward to continued successes in the years ahead."

Smithsonian Institute- "Our MissionThe increase and diffusion of knowledge

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Our VisionShaping the future by preserving our heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world"

Wounded Warrior Project- "To foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation's history.

• To raise awareness and enlist the public's aid for the needs of injured service members.

• To help injured service members aid and assist each other.

• To provide unique, direct programs and services to meet the needs of injured service members."

Save The Children- "

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. When disaster strikes around the world, Save the Children is there to save lives with food, medical care and education and remains to help communities rebuild through long-term recovery programs. As quickly and as effectively as Save the Children responds to tsunamis and civil conflict, it works to resolve the ongoing struggles children face every day — poverty, hunger, illiteracy and disease — and replaces them with hope for the future."

St.Jude Children's Research Hospital- "The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family's ability to pay."

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