Stacking The Shelves
Bit frazzled this week, so I'm leaving it your capable hands to link me up to your news and features over the last seven days. For those of you who've visited, I'll be blog hopping over the weekend to catch up on all your comments and reviews. If you follow me on Twitter, you would have seen that after I thought my hard drive issues were sorted, it happened again and needed to buy a new hard drive this time, rather than just format the old one.
Still updating and downloading drivers, but will be back next week with a double edition of 'Round The Blogs.
Been a bit under the weather, so attempting to post a wrap up of the past fortnight. As usual, I've probably missed significant posts, awesome reviews and most of my blog visits. But I'm catching up slowly, make sure you leave the cookies out. So here is this weeks Diva Weekender.
News
● I'm giving away two copies of the awesome new book Belzhar by Meg Wolitzer. Check me out on Twitter as well for my retweet to win a third copy.
● Jeann snuck in again and reviewed Roomies while I wasn't looking.
● If you're a member of our Aussie YA Bloggers group, you may have noticed we've had a name change. Now if you're an Aussie and love young adult novels, we welcome all readers. Check it out and sign up.
● Remember to sign up for the Aussie Bloggers YA newsletter.
● There's an awesome new apocalyptic paranormal series being released soon, and a HUGE cover reveal to celebrate. Check out what I'm talking about here, and sign up to get involved here.
● There's an awesome new apocalyptic paranormal series being released soon, and a HUGE cover reveal to celebrate. Check out what I'm talking about here, and sign up to get involved here.
After first dealing with a Windows crash where I've lost everything on my computer, my service provider then decided that I didn't need an internet connection or home phone, and my service was cut off for a few days. So now it's a game of catching up on my reviews for the books I read while I was offline.
I'm back again this week to show you my own weekly round up of news, the best of book blogs, what I'm digging and showing off what arrived on my doorstep this week.
News
● The Aussie YA Bloggers group is starting our Rebel Belle by Rachel Hawkins group read this Monday. Members, if you'd like to join in, please pop onto the discussion thread.
● Four still wants you to take him home, so enter to win a copy and Veronica Roth signed bookplate.
● I'm also giving away a copy of Disruption. An incredible Aussie dystopian.
● I'm also giving away a copy of Disruption. An incredible Aussie dystopian.
● Subscribe to our Australian YA Bloggers newsletter in time for our August edition.
● Harper Collins Australia have a new blog site, Between The Covers.
● Harper Collins Australia have a new blog site, Between The Covers.
I'm taking the plunge and creating my own feature each Saturday, The Diva Weekender. I'll be showcasing the books I've bought, received or swapped during the week, pimping blogs, sharing posts and book news from Australia and abroad.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● This week, the Aussie YA Bloggers group produced it's first newsletter. You've still got time to subscribe to our monthly newsletter here, but for those of you who missed our July edition, check it out here.
● Harper Collins Australia set our Twitter feeds alight when they announced that they would be publishing Isla and the Happily Ever After. A huge scoop for the brilliant publisher.
● I've been laughing all week at a new phrase I picked up from the brilliant Belle who shared this, leading to this. Lady boner indeed.
● And I loved Buzzfeed's Book Benches.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
Don't forget to sign up for our Aussie YA Bloggers newsletter here.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
Publisher Paperbacks
The Protected by Claire Zorn. I absolutely loved The Sky So Heavy, so when I seen that Claire was bringing a new book out, let's just say that I was super excited. She's a born storyteller. Thank you to the University of Queensland Press, who publish though provoking young adult books.
Apple and Rain by Sarah Crossan. I hadn't heard of this one before, but it sounds like an absolute tearjerker. It actually arrived wrapped in brown paper, with a warning on the label and a pack of pocket tissues. Thank you to Bloomsbury Australia, loved the unique marketing. You always know how to rock my shelves.
The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski. I've actually already read, reviewed and loved this book, which you can find here. As I reviewed a digital copy, I purchased the paperback myself, so this one is on it's way to a new home where another blogger can enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you to the fabulous Bloomsbury Australia
Blueback by Tim Winton. This one is part of the Penguin Iconic Classic Children's range. I'm collecting this series, the hardcovers are so whimsical and features a whole range of classic Australian stories. You can find the entire collection by clicking here. Thank you to Penguin Australia.
Playlist for a Broken Heart by Cathy Hopkins. This one I've been eager to read, so was thrilled when a surprise copy turned up this week. It sounds similar to Dash and Lily, and I love quirky adventure type contemporaries. A huge thank you to the incredible Simon and Schuster.
Razorhurst by Justine Larbalestier. Sydney in the thirties, a supernatural twist and a gorgeous cover to boot! I'm lucky to be part of the promotional tour and can't wait to crack this one open. Thank you to my little cake addicts at Allen and Unwin.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● To say thanks to the wider book blogger community, I'm giving away a book up to the value of $15.00 from The Book Depository. Winners choice. As long as The Book depository ships to your country, then this one is for you.
● My fellow Aussies, you've still got time to enter to win a copy of Rebel, book two in the Reboot duology by Amy Tintera. With thanks to Allen and Unwin.
● I'm taking a break from Pimpin' Y'all Out this week, and will be back with a new feature next week, where I hide in your bushes and tell the world what you're up to. No, really.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● Even thought I haven't reviewed much this week, I've read a few awesome books that'll be posted upon release, might be yet another giveaway, or six coming up soon.
● Fear not international booknerds, your time is coming up in the next two weeks to win.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● I'm currently holding several giveaways, and my very first Retweet to win. Check out my Tweet and image in the side bar to your right, retweet and a winner will be chosen at random. Please note, it's only open to Australian entrants.
● If twitter isn't your thing, I'm giving away a bonus two copies of The Year of The Rat by Clare Furniss on my blog. Check out the giveaway Here. Sadly, it's only open to Aussies again.
● I'm also giving away a copy of Alexander Altmann A10567 Here. This book is brilliant and based on a true story. An emotional contemporary in which Aussies have a chance to win a copy. I may even throw in an extra new book as well. I'll surprise the winner.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
I want to start by apologising to everyone who's commented, read and emailed over the past fortnight, I haven't been online much and with good reason. After three years of failed garden attempts, we've finally landscaped something that resembles a backyard. Hooray! Now that the main bulk of our project is done, I'll be able to start visiting blogs again.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
Short and sweet edition of Stacking the Shelves this week.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● Vote for me in the Best Australian Blogs competition Here
● I've decided to amuse myself by following obscure former celebrities on Twitter. Feel free to make a suggestion in the comments section below.
● The Divergent movie was released in Australia this week and it looks incredible. For those of you are still undecided whether or not to catch it on the big screen...
Publisher Paperbacks
Stacking
The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to
your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can
include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops,
books you borrow from friends or the library, review books,
gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● If you enjoy my blog, why not vote for me as part of the Best Australian Blogs competition. Also on the list are the awesome The Notebook Sisters, Happy Indulgence and more. Simply Click Here and vote for your favourite Aussie blog (I'm listed under Diva Booknerd). If you're an Aussie blogger, let us know if you've entered in the comments below.
Stacking
The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to
your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can
include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops,
books you borrow from friends or the library, review books,
gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● Penguin Teen Australia has announced their live showcase of upcoming titles held in Melbourne. Check it out on their website for more details and how to book.
● Congratulations to Chiara over at Books for a Delicate Eternity who won a copy of Afterworld. Your book and a few extra goodies are on their way.
● This week interviewed Rosie Borella who enchanted me with Jack Chant. Now you too can win a copy with thanks to Allen and Unwin Australia.
Publisher Paperbacks
The Secret Diamond Sisters by Michelle Madow. Thank you to the lovely Harlequin Teen Australia
On The Fence by Kasie West. Thank you to the brilliant Harper Collins
Vampire Academy: The Ultimate Guide by Michelle Rowen and Richelle Mead and Looking For Alibrandi by Melina Marchetta. Both with thanks to the super cool Penguin Teen Australia
and Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover. I was beside myself when this one arrived. Thank you to the incredible Simon And Schuster
Purchased Paperbacks
The Immortal Rules by Julie Kagawa. Purchased to add to my collection. Brilliant series.
The World of the Hunger Games by Kate Egan. Purchased this one from the Scholastic Australia website. Dirt cheap at only five bucks for a hardback, I couldn't refuse.
Rebel Heart by Moira Young. Already read both books in the trilogy so far, but needed the paperback to add to my collection.
What are you stacking your shelves with this week?
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical stores or online bookshops, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course eBooks. Hosted by Tyngas Reviews.
News
● Dre over at Sporadic Reads and I have decided to indulge in matching superhero mugs. Naturally it's the next step after matching spandex and capes.
● I won a double pass to see Vampire Academy, with thanks to Braiden at Book Probe Reviews.
● By the time you read this, my Afterworld giveaway may be over. If you weren't moving at turtle pace, you could have entered.
Publisher Paperbacks
Looking For JJ by Anne Cassidy. Book one in the Jennifer Jones series. With thanks to Scholastic Australia.
Dangerous by Shannon Hale. With thanks to Bloomsbury Australia.
Enmity by E. J Andrews. Thank you to Harlequin Australia.
Dangerous by Shannon Hale. With thanks to Bloomsbury Australia.
Enmity by E. J Andrews. Thank you to Harlequin Australia.
Take Back The Skies by Lucy Saxon. Incredible series by a nineteen year old author. A big thank you to Bloomsbury Australia.
Tales From The Half Continent by D. M Cornish. Thank you to Scholastic Australia.
And thanks to Braiden from Book Probe Reviews and Studio Canal Australia, this week I won a double pass to see the Vampire Academy movie. Thanks Braiden. Go check out his blog, it's incredible.
Purchased Paperbacks
Halo, Hades and Heaven by Alexandra Adornetto. The entire Halo series. I tried reading book one previously, but lately have a greater appreciation for Australian Authors, so decided to buy the series and give it another go.
Now it's time to show me your goodies.
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