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It is with emotions that I’m joining Armchair BEA this year. I was hoping to make it in person to the BEA in New York to meet up with some great blogger friends, but immigration hassles in the UK put the halt on that idea. So instead, I am back for me second year of Armchair BEA. I had a blast last year and met so many great bloggers, and this year looks to be just as exciting. So without further ado, the answers to the introduction questions!!
1. I am a Canadian blogging from Edinburgh, Scotland. In Canada I worked as a bookseller and when I moved overseas I missed being part of the book world, so here I am. I post mostly reviews of literary fiction and non-fiction. All my reviews include a section called Who would like this book, because I realize that even though I personally did not like a book, someone else will. Every book has its audience. Recently I have also started a weekly feature known as #CoverWars. Basically, I take two different covers for the same book and pit them against each other, letting you vote for the one you like best.
2. Favorite Recently Read Books
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3. My blog in one sentence: In my reviews I will give it to you straight about whether or not I liked a book, but I also believe that every book has its audience, it just might not always be me.
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That’s only three questions. But I did learn a little more about you. I’m glad your participating in ArmchairBEA again
Yeah, I ran out of time. Three questions will have to do!
I really like your ‘Who would like this book’ feature in your reviews Tanya.
I really like the sound of Bellweather Rhapsody also.
Hi Tanya, what a pity you couldn’t make it to BEA yourself! Maybe some other year.
I agree that if I don’t like a book, it doesn’t mean it’s a ‘bad book’ (although sometimes it does!). More likely, the ideal reader isn’t me, but someone else. 🙂
That’s a very thoughtful thing to add to your reviews! It’s why I’m not necessarily a fan of star ratings for books, because they’re so personal to each reader. I hope you have fun with ArmchairBEA this week 🙂
-Angelya (teainthetreetops.com)
I try to say who would like a book, too, but that’s a really good idea to make it a highlighted part of the review. I liked The Rosie Project, and really want to read Bellweather Rhapsody, The Transcriptionist, and The Panopticon. I read Kate Raccula’s first book and liked it a lot.
You’re the first person I’ve heard from who has read Racculia’s other book. I hope i can get to it soon while Bellweather is still in my head.
Hi Tanya.
It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m new to the ArmchairBEA. I’m planning on attending the Book Expo next year.
I didn’t know you were Canadian. Or maybe I did and forgot (that happens). I enjoyed The Rosie Project too. It was cute.
I am indeed. I’m from Ontario but lived in Vancouver for 12 years. We moved to Scotland two years ago. I go back to Toronto every summer to load up on my Canadian reads.
It’s on occasions like these that I suddenly realize I am not following all of my fave bloggers on Facebook, and then I slap myself and wonder how I ever overlooked such a thing. Gah! Happy Armchair BEA, Tanya!
Not to worry Andi, my FB page is new and has not been well advertised.
I love your idea of ‘Who would like this book’ – genius! Great to ‘meet’ you. Have fun during the #ArmchairBEA this year 🙂
I’m glad to hear you’ve enjoyed The Rosie Project. I’ve been curious about that book. And I can’t say I blame you as far as needing an outlet in the book industry since moving. I’m glad you’ve found blogging!
Intro & Lit
Sandy @ Somewhere Only We Know
I love the kinds of books you read, I often add books to my wishlist after visiting your blog!
The Rosie Project is not the best piece of literary fiction in the world, but it does make you smile. It’s like a good romantic comedy. Not earth shattering, but really feel-good.
Oops. posted that last reply to the wrong comment. Tiny Library, because that is how I think of you, you’re on mat leave soon, right? My advice for an avid reader and a mom is an ereader. Much easier to read while breast feeding etc. Good luck.
Rosie Project and Transcriptionist are on my wishlist! Glad to see that you loved them.
Sorry that you could not make it to BEA. The immigration department can be such a pain all the time. Hope you can make it next year!
I like your intro, short and to the point 🙂
Too bad you couldn’t make it to BEA this year, maybe next time you”ll be able to go.
thanks for sharing, I need to try the Transcriptionist
I love your philosophy on this–not everyone will love something.
Also, the Rosie Project made me so very happy when I read it–it was really unexpected for me to like it as much as I did.
Nice to meet you. I have heard some great things about The Rosie Project. I will have to give it a try.
Awesome post! I looove your cover wars feature – such a great idea! That’s too bad that you weren’t able to go to BEA this year but there’s always next year, right? I’m hoping to attend next year as well! 😀
Love your blog in one sentence sentence. I love bloggers who will give it to me straight. I value the positive reviews of bloggers who will admit to *not* liking every book they read. Sorry to hear your BEA plans got squelched for this year. Hopefully we’ll both be there next year! 🙂
I’m sad that you couldn’t make it to BEA this year, but maybe you can wait for 2016 and Chicago… Because that’s the one I’m most likely to attend, and I’d love to see your face!
I love that you recommend the book to a specific reader – it makes it relateable, even if you didn’t enjoy each read. Hope you have a great Armchair BEA week!
Ugh! Sorry to hear you had trouble getting to BEA. I always think about going but I think I would be really overwhelmed!
#CoverWars is a great feature idea. It’s always neat to the different covers for the same book.
I’m sorry you couldn’t make it to BEA! I’ve never been but I certainly plan on it…soon!
I need to read An Untamed State. I keep hearing such good things!
Have a great week 😀
Oh no, I’m sorry you didn’t make it to BEA in person! Hopefully next year! I haven’t read any of your recent favorites, but I’d like to, especially The Rosie Project.
Sorry your plans to do BEA in person didn’t work out, but New York’s loss is our gain. It’s great to see you at Armchair BEA!
Hello fellow Canadian! *waves* Awesome that you’re in Scotland right now–I’d love to go there someday 🙂 Great intro & list of books recently read; I loved The Rosie Project and I have Bellweather Rhapsody waiting to be read 🙂
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I like the “who would like it” concept; I’ve started to add a similar line to my own reviews.
—Brenda @DailyMayo
Hi Tanya,nice to meet you here at your end! I see you loved An Untamed State too. I am mesmerized by her writing.
I love love love that you include a Who Would Love This Book section in your reviews. That’s really thoughtful of you. I’ve just subscribed to your blog!
Kristen @ Pretty Little Pages
Aw thanks Kristen. I appreciate that.
The Rosie Project was also one of my favorite reads this year! Nice to tweet you.
Lovely to meet you Tanya. I’m just now getting to read everyone’s site. What a week long event. All I know about beautiful Scotland is that they have some wicked haunted castles. Would love to visit one for inspiration and start writing a new horror book.
Howdy from Ontario!
I have a childhood pal that is also in Edinburgh, but she works as a nurse. She married a gent from there too.
Anyway, I loved The Panopticon. It was a groovy read!
Great to meet you. Hope you enjoyed ABEA!