Bookish Book Lover Tag

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Rules:

• Use the original banner
• Answer the questions!
• Use lots of book covers
• Tag your friends

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What books are you currently reading?

I’m currently reading City of Glass by Cassandra Clare and The Angels Trilogy by Lurlene McDaniels.   I’ve been jumping back and forth between them, but I’ve also been listening to City of Glass on audio so that may be why it’s taking me so long to finish it.

What’s the last book you finished?

The first one was Avalanche by Cambria Hebert and Heart of a Warrior by Johanna Lindsey.  Avalanche was released back in March, but since I was in the middle of intensive paper writing I decided that it would be the first book I read after my semester ended. I finished Heart of a Warrior in a day, it’s an old favorite and for some reason I thought it was longer.

Favorite book you read this year?

Come on really!!! I haven’t really read many books this year that haven’t been on my graduate school lists… But I read a few books this year that are not in that category, the two that I can’t choose between are Cambria Hebert’s #Bae and Cassandra Clare’s City of Bones.  Yes I know that neither were released this year, but it was the first time I had read City of Bones and Cambria’s books are usually my favorites in any category… especially her hashtag series!

 

What genre have you read most this year?

I’ve been reading history books…. for school.  But when I’m not, I’m reading new adult romances and YA books.

What genre have you read least this year?

There have been a ton of genres that I haven’t been reading not because I don’t like them, but because I just haven’t had the time.

What genre do you want to read more of?

I’m wanting to read more fantasy and YA books.  The series that I’m want to read first is the Lorian Legacies by Pittacus Lore.

How many books have you read this year, and what’s your goal?

… yea, I’ve been slacking on my reading for this year.  When you count the books that I’ve read for school I’m at 50 books since January.  I’m hoping to double this during the summer.

What’s the last book you bought?

I haven’t actually bought any books for me, but I won Avalanche by Cambria Hebert in a giveaway done by Cambria Hebert on her Facebook fan page.  I’m also in a group that does book boxes and I’ve got two new books to read from them.  Just One by Gayle Forman and The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert

What book are you saving up to buy next?

Right now I’ve been collecting all of Cambria Heberts Hashtag and Gearshark Series. Well actually most of her books.  So, next on my list is #Player and #Bae.  I own them all in ebook as well as audio, but I want them on my bookshelf too.

How many books did you check out last library visit?

One.  City of Glass, I’ve given up checking out more than one.  Mainly because I lose track of them and I really don’t want to spend money on fines.

What’s a book you can’t wait to read?

All of the ones below and more that I didn’t add…

What’s a series you’d recommend to everyone?

This is not easy… The Harry Potter series.  I’m actually surprised when I hear that people haven’t read this book, but they watched the movies.

Who’s an author you’re hoping writes more?

Cambria Hebert and Abbi Glines are two authors who I’ve been obsessed with in the last few years.  If they’ve written it I’ll read it.  However, there have been other authors that I would love to see come out with more to their series, Christine Feehan is one.   I need her to write more magical books like her Sea Haven books.

A few books your heart adores?

As I’ve already mentioned this year has been a slow one for fun reading for me.  I think I’ve only read 4 books that were not on my graduate reading list.  But you can’t go wrong with anything by Cambria Hebert or Abbi Glines if you’re looking for New Adult Romance, and try Anne McCaffery’s The Tower and the Hive Series for Science Fiction that is amazing.

What series’ coming conclusion makes you sad?

I’m always of two minds when a series ends.  On one hand I love that it has an ending, but on the other I always want more.  I want to know what those characters are doing now.

What books are on your wishlist?

All of the books in the world??? I’m joking… maybe.   Really and truly, there isn’t enough space for me to put them all.

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Until Next Time!

Tabby

College Life: Expectations Vs. Reality

Hey Guys!

So with the fall semester approaching fast I thought a fun post was in order.  Just like there are always two sides to every coin, the college experience also has two sides.  The myth and the reality.

The College Student Experience: Expectation vs. Reality

New incoming students come to school with an idea in their heads about what they believe their college experience is going to look like.  What they usually get is no where near what they imagined.

Depending on the person the focus of college differs.  Some focus on the parties that are taking place, while other on the more studious natures they find.

Each person’s experience in college will be different depending on the school and major or program that they decide to per sue, but there are still some realities and myths that students should know.

Truth or False: Financial Aid is better gained before you become a College Freshman

Answer: False

This is one that is I hear so much.  Some people assume that once you start college you will have a harder time getting financial aid.  Or that they don’t qualify for aid, so they don’t even apply for it. But this couldn’t be further from the truth.

One thing that I tell students that I’m helping is that you qualify for more than you think you do.  There are so many grants and scholarships out there, all you need to do is look. Whether you are an incoming freshman or entering into Graduate school, there is something out there for you.

What people need to keep in mind is that financial aid can be gotten at anytime.   Don’t let the fact that you’re not right out of high school or a freshman in college stop you.

Take the time.  Look around and don’t let setbacks stop you.  There are scholarships that are geared towards just about everyone.  You would be surprised by all the different scholarships that are out there.

Truth or False: You can always count on Extra Credit!

Answer: False

Well mostly.  For the most part college professors don’t really give extra credit. There are of course those who will give opportunities, but these are few and far between. Be on the lookout for them, but don’t count on them.

From the start of my associate’s and bachelor’s degree and through my current master’s program, over 8 or 9 years, I can probably count on one hand… maybe both hands the number of times extra credit has been offered.  For the most part it was only ever offered to those who showed that they were willing to do the work.

And usually if you did the work you were not in need of the extra credit.

Depending on the professor the extra credit itself was hardly ever an easy assignment.  I ended up having to do an alternative assignment once and it turned into an extensive 12 page research paper.

All I can say is never count on extra credit to save you.  It might push you from that B+ to that A, so make sure that you do your best work on every assignment that you turn in.  Because chances are that you won’t get a do over.

Truth or False: Good Grades is the important thing

Answer: False

Ok, yes.  Good grades are pretty much the point of college.  You need the best grades to get what you want, to makes sure that your GPA stayed up.  But that does not mean that if you don’t get straight A’s then your academic career is over.

Yes your grades will be looked at, but your experiences matter as well.  

Most jobs, whether they are entry level or not, will be looking for individuals who are at the very least familiar with the work they will be doing.  Find that internship or part-time job that will get you that familiarity.

Truth or False: Always assume that for every 1 hour of class you will have to study for at least 3 hours.

Answer: Truth

Yes.  Don’t believe me, google it.  If you are not doing this, then you should.  Most new incoming college students have difficulties with this.

Why you ask?  Because not only are you entering a new realm full of new social opportunities but you are also coming in from High School and there is an entirely different group of studying rules at play here.  This is probably the first time that you’ll be living on your own and having to figure out how to manage everything on you’re own.

Those first couple of weeks it’s going to be rough, it’s going to be overwhelming with schoolwork, and labs.  You’ll have your professor’s seemingly under the impression that their class is the only one you are taking.

One of the biggest reasons that I hear that it takes so much more study time in college than it does in High School is because that the material and work is much more in depth than what you have studied before.  So this of course means that it takes more time for you to learn.

Of course, the side benefit of the long and extra hours that you have to study is that it will now accommodate all the chapters and books you will be reading and the papers that you will be writing.  I recommend making friends with the library staff for the inside help on research databases.

Just remember, it takes time to learn and read.  It takes time to write a paper. Do not assume that you can knock out that 5-10 page paper in a day and have it be an A.

The general rule is that it takes at least 3 hours extra for every 1 hour class.  If you are able to finish up early, good for you. If not then at least you have the time already scheduled.  

Figure out how you study best.  Is it easier to study on the weekends or in the mornings or the evenings.  Divide it up to a couple hours in the morning and a couple in the evening.

A really good way to keep you organized is to get a planner or calendar to write it all down.

Truth or False: These should be the Best years of your life

Answer: That’s Up to You!

In college you are the only one who can decide if this is your reality or myth.  I myself look back on my years in undergrad and even some in graduate school and loved every minute.  I wish I had gone back to school sooner, but other than that I loved it. It wasn’t always great but I wouldn’t have missed a minute of it.

The choice is as always yours.  How will your make the most of your years?

Is there any other realities or myths that you can think of?  Comment down below.

Until Next Time!

Tabby

Cover Reveal: Subzero by Cambria Hebert

 

Subzero
Cambria Hebert
(BearPaw Resort, #4)
Publication date: October 19th 2018
Genres: Adult, Romance, Suspense, Thriller

My best friend, Liam Mattison, was born with snow in his veins.

Me? Ice.

Maybe that’s why my eyes are this color. Maybe it’s because I was born in Caribou, where there’s more snow than sun.

I always knew I had a chill within me, but after my time with the army, that chill froze over. I saw and did things most people couldn’t fathom. I made contacts with people who were more beast than man.

I came home altered, and there was no going back.

Except I did. It had to be done, and I didn’t regret it.

But now I’m thrust back into a world where people had forgotten my name. Back into a past I walked away from.

Memories of all the things I’ve done, of the people I’ve left behind, are floating to the surface.

The late-night summons wasn’t really unexpected.

The request was.

Saying no is impossible when you’re the only man equipped for the job. Saying no is difficult when what you really want to say is yes.

So here I am, past and present colliding with a woman I intentionally left behind. A woman who needs me to keep her alive.

I made a promise, and I will keep it.

Even if I die doing it. Even if it means the ice inside me goes subzero.

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Author Bio:

Cambria Hebert is an award winning, bestselling novelist of more than twenty books. She went to college for a bachelor’s degree, couldn’t pick a major, and ended up with a degree in cosmetology. So rest assured her characters will always have good hair.

Besides writing, Cambria loves a caramel latte, staying up late, sleeping in, and watching movies. She considers math human torture and has an irrational fear of chickens (yes, chickens). You can often find her running on the treadmill (she’d rather be eating a donut), painting her toenails (because she bites her fingernails), or walking her chorkie (the real boss of the house).

Cambria has written within the young adult and new adult genres, penning many paranormal and contemporary titles. Her favorite genre to read and write is romantic suspense. A few of her most recognized titles are: The Hashtag Series, Text, Torch, and Tattoo.

Cambria Hebert owns and operates Cambria Hebert Books, LLC.

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