Blogger Interview: Brianna @ Listful Booking

Tell us a little bit about yourself
Hi everyone, my name is Brianna! I'm fairly new to the blogging world, but so far I love it! I've always loved to read and love to share what I have read.

What do you do for a living? If you're a student, are you in high school or college
I am currently not going to school. Had I stayed with the school program, I would have graduated college by now. I do plan on going back, but it's not cheap! Instead I work part time in retail, but I can honestly say I love my job.

Why did you start blogging? Why do you continue to do it? How long have you been blogging? Why do you review?
I started blogging as a way to help me with my writing. I've never been a big writer so I wanted to push myself to try something new. I've only been blogging for a couple months now, but I really enjoy it. It makes me feel productive with my reading. I review books since I want to share my thoughts on what I've read. Also, I find it is a way to connect with other readers.

What do you like most about blogging. What don't you like?
I love the community the most. Everyone has been so welcoming and friendly! I don't like how much work actually goes into it. It takes so much more time than I thought it would! I feel bad because I've fallen behind because of work and wedding planning, but I'll figure out a good routine.

Are you influenced by other reviews when choosing a book?
In a way I am influenced. I try not to read any reviews for books that I'm looking forward to. If it's a book I haven't really heard of before, then I will read reviews so that way I can see if it's something I would like. Even if someone says they hated it, I'll typically give it a try.

Apart from blogging and reading, what are your interests?
My favorite hobby/interest is photography. I love to just walk around different places and take pictures. I also (oddly enough) love to make lists/organize things.

What’s one thing that not many people know about you?
One thing most people don't really know about me is that I am TERRIFIED of crickets and grasshoppers. I couldn't tell you why because I know they are harmless, but I can't help but to freak out. They scare me!

What do you think will be the next big change in the book industry?
It depends on what is considered a big change. New Adult seems to be a big change as do all of the film adaptations happening. I honestly couldn't guess what will happen next. So much has already happened.

What do you think about book trailers?
I honestly don't see the point of book trailers. I've never really watched any or paid attention to them. I know they're good to introduce books to those who may not spend time on blogs, in bookstores, or in the library.

What are your opinions on authors commenting on reviews of their books
It depends on what the comment is about. If it's a general "thank you for your feedback" type comment, then I think it's okay. If it's mean or rude, then that's a different story. I know there are authors who have friends read and review their books so a comment on that would be expected-they personally know each other.

Have you written a book or are you planning to in the future?
I am not a good creative writer. I honestly couldn't picture writing a book, it's just not my thing. Granted as I get older than I may change my mind, but for now-no plans.

If you could be on one reality TV show, what would it be?
I would want to be on a show like Real World-get a vacation and meet some interesting people. I wouldn't want to be on any type of competition show that's for sure!

What is the best advice you have been given?
Be yourself. Growing up I always tried to fit into different groups, not really staying true to myself. After I left college I finally realized that it was okay to be dorky, nerdy and myself. I may be crazy, but I love myself anyways. Plus, I found someone who loves me for me. :)

How many books do you read in a month on average? I probably read between 15 and 30 books a month. Some months I am able to read more, others I read less.

What book are you currently reading? Currently I am reading The Eternity Cure by Julie Kagawa.

5 items you never leave home without.
I never leave home without my phone, keys, snacks, phone charger, and a book (either my Nook or an actual book).

Your most embarrassing or wildest/crazy moment.
My most embarrassing moment was probably when I was singing a song for a choir recital in middle school and completely forgot the words. My teacher wouldn't let me and my partner sit down until the song was over. I also accidentally cursed into the microphone... oops!

If you could have dinner with anyone, past or present, fictional or real, who would it be? why?
I would want to have dinner with Nelson Mandela. I would want to know if he ever knew what he was doing to the world, the impact his beliefs would have. He's done so much good for South Africa.

You will be stranded on a deserted island and. bring 3 luxury items. a pillow, generator, my nook

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Randoms
Fave TV show? movie?
-TV show: Bones
-movie: Moulin Rouge
Fave colour: green
Fave Beverage: COLD coffee
Fave dessert: crepes
Fave Name: Susan
Vanilla or chocolate: chocolate
Sound you hate: emergency alarms
Fave Word: lackadasical

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Find Brianna

Blog || Goodreads || Twitter

Blogger Interview: Kaitlin of Reading Is My Treasure

Tell us a little bit about yourself
I’m a bookaholic with an overflowing bookshelf and a passion for young adult books. I can never come up with anything good to say in introductions.
You’ll learn more about me in the rest of the interview!

Why did you start blogging? Why do you continue to do it? How long have you been blogging?
I started blogging in June of this year because I wanted to have somewhere to post my reviews where people would actually read them and leave comments. I also wanted to improve my review writing.
I still blog because it’s fun. It’s an outlet for me to use to share my thoughts. I love the people in the blogosphere, too. :)

Why do you review?
I started to review books because I noticed that when I ask someone about a book or vice versa, the common response is along the lines of “it was very good,” or “eh, it was okay.” I wanted to give more detailed reasons why I recommend reading a certain book. I also wanted a way to better remember what happens in books by writing down the reasons why I did or didn’t like it.

Are you influenced by other reviews when choosing a book?
Yes, definitely. Actually, they influence me more than book descriptions because I find myself only skimming those.
Reading someone else’s thoughts on a book, and what the world is like, how the characters are, how entertaining the book is, gives me much more insight on what the book is like on the inside, past the cover and description.

What are your other favorite things to do, other than reading and blogging?
I love playing cards, like rummy, speed, crazy eights, idiot, war, and others.

What’s one thing that not many people know about you
Most people offline don’t know I review books. And most people online don’t know what I look like because I hate putting pictures of myself online.

What do you think will be the next big change in the book industry?
Honestly, I have no idea. I probably won’t see it coming.

Where were you born and where do you call home?
I was born in the same place (city, not house) I call home, which is in Oregon. :)

What do you think about book trailers? I don’t have much of an opinion on them. I’ve only seen a handful of them, but I guess they’re a nice promotion method and treat for those who do like watching the trailers.

What are your opinions on authors commenting on reviews of their books
I think it’s better if they don’t comment on them because reviews are targeted (at least, mine are) towards fellow readers, not the authors.

Have you written a book or are you planning to in the future?
I don’t actually like writing very much, so at this moment, I’m pretty sure I won’t write any books.

Is there a particular movie or TV series that you preferred over the book version?
I loved How to Deal with Mandy Moore in it, but I didn't like the two books it was based on ( That Summer and Someone Like You by Sarah Dessen) nearly as much.

5 things you can't leave home without
School bag/purse, phone, IPod & headphones, hair ties, and a good attitude (well, at least one that isn’t bad).

How many books do you read in a month on average?
Depending on how much schoolwork I have to do, I can most likely finish six to ten books. During the summer though, I read a lot more.

What book are you currently reading? TBR?
My TBR pile is huge, but some of the ones high up on it are Sia by Josh Grayson, Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell, The Liberator by Victoria Scott, and Hemlock by Kathleen Peacock.
I just finished The Eternity Cure (which was great) and I’ve started Damselfly by Jennie Bates Bozic.

If you could have dinner with anyone, past or present, fictional or real, who would it be? why?
Liesel Meminger from The Book Thief, but an older version of her after the war ends.
It would be amazing to hear her tell her story of what happened.

You will be stranded on a deserted island and. bring 3 luxury items.
A nice comfy bed, a few super soft pillows (are those even luxury items?), and Hermione’s handbag with the charm on it. Wait, is that cheating?

Random
Fave TV show? movie? - Supernatural (but I’m way behind in watching it) is one of my favorite tv shows, and for movies, Remember Me and Les Miserables are what I think of first. They are so good!
Fave colour - Purple
Coffee or tea - Tea
Fave dessert - Angel food cake
Fave Name - I really like my own. When it’s spelled correctly.
Vanilla or chocolate - Chocolate
Sound you hate - my dad’s yawn. It’s this really annoying yodeling sound. It's like the sounds of birds in the morning.
Fave Word - Hmm. . . *picks random word that I really like* Cantankerous. I’m not really sure why I like it. I think it’s the “k.”
Least fave word - Loins. It just reminds me of really bad poetry or really awful and corny scenes.

Find Kaitlin
Reading Is My Treasure Blog
Her Goodreads page
Twitter: @KaitlinS16
Pinterest: KaitlinS16

Blogger Interview: Katie of The Quiet Girl Talks

My name is Katie , I live in California, and reading is my favorite addiction (right before chocolate and sappy movies).
Goodreads || Twitter || Blog

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I'm a normal, quiet girl to those who don't know me, and a crazy, gregarious one to those that do. I absolutely love reading books, it's kind of an addiction for me. I love a good happy ending:) When I'm not reading, I'm spending time with family and friends, playing music too loud, driving to new places, watching TV, or sadly, doing homework.

How long have you been blogging? Why did you start blogging? Why do you continue to do it?
I made my blog a few months ago, and that's when I started blogging. I've always loved to read, but over the past year I've been reading a lot and I found so many new and amazing books I now love. I wanted to give other people a chance to love them too. Plus I just love to talk about books!

Why do you review?
I review because I like to help people decide whether or not a book is for them. I hate reading books I don't like, it seems like such a waste of time when I have SO many books I want to read.

What are your other favorite things to do, other than reading and blogging?
I love to watch movies, hang out with friends, listen to music, and on Saturdays I volunteer at a horse ranch for people with disabilities, it's great.

What’s one thing that not many people know about you?
I'm half Lithuanian!

Where were you born and where do you call home?
I was born in California, near San Francisco, and I'll always call that home:)

What do you think about book trailers?
I think they're great when they're done well , but when they're not they tend to suck. And a lot of them tend to suck.

Have you written a book or are you planning to in the future? No and no. I would love to be a writer, but I'm definitely not good enough to make a career out of it.

5 things you can't leave home without?
My Phone, Kindle, money, chapstick, and keys!

How many books do you read in a month on average?
Hmmm... *checks Goodreads* ... about 15-20. I'm kinda a bookaholic.

What book are you currently reading? TBR?
I'm about to read Love Scars by Lark Lane and after that I think I'll start the Colorado Mountain series by Kristen Ashley.

If you could have dinner with anyone, past or present, fictional or real, who would it be?
Oh that's a tough one... maybe Marilyn Monroe.

Random
Fave TV show? Movie? - There's no way I can choose just one, but I love Veronica Mars and How I Met Your Mother for TV shows, and for movies I love Forrest Gump and The Notebook.
Fave colour - Maroon or Turquoise.
Fave dessert - Chocolate cake all the way!
Vanilla or chocolate - CHOCOLATE!! Can't live without it.
Fave Word - Whatever - used to emphasize a lack of restriction in referring to any thing or amount, no matter what.
Least fave word - Moist. Ugh I hate that damn word!

Thanks Katie for being a part of this. And Happy birthday in advance.