The Infinity Dreams Award | 1

November 18, 2015March 5, 2016 / T.K. Lawrence / 4 Comments

I was nominated by Tasha @ The Bookie Monsters–thank you! You can visit her wonderful blog here. 🙂

Rules

List 11 facts about yourself
Answer the 11 questions set by your nominator
Nominate 11 other bloggers.
Create 11 questions for your nominees.

11 Facts About Me

It’s difficult for me to not always do with something productive with my hands–

Tasha’s Questions

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Do you have a favorite Christmas themed drink?
Not really…
What would you say is the best book you have read in 2015?
Any book from the ENTIRE Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas is an amazing read.
If you could invite any three authors to dinner who would they be and what would you cook?
Oh I really don’t know to both parts of the question. One: J.K. Rowling because she is a wonderful writer and the creator of one of my favorite fantasy worlds. Two: Suzanne Collins because I love The Hunger Games trilogy and how she builds the suspense for the reader. Three: Sarah J. Maas because she is a fabulous creator of strong female protagonists. E.g. Aelin Galathynius, Manon Blackbeak, Nesryn, Nehemia, Lysandra, Elide 🙂 Six terrific heroines are introduced within the span of five books! Back on topic, I honestly have no idea what I would cook–maybe something inspired by their books?
You’ve won the jackpot! What would be the first thing you would spend your winnings on?
Books. There are so many great books that I have not read yet.
Any particular country you want to visit?
England because of the Harry Potter series.
What’s your dream career?
My dream career would probably be as a novelist and a copyeditor.
Is there a certain food item that you hate and if so why?
I can’t think of a food item that I hate with a vengeance, but there are many that I don’t enjoy. I guess I’m not a huge fan of mushrooms…
What do you think of the John Lewis Christmas advert this year?
I have not seen the John Lewis Christmas advert this year, so I do not know.
What are some of your hobbies apart from blogging?
Some of my hobbies apart from blogging are writing, running, baking, knitting, and origami.
Are you a lover or a fighter?
I wouldn’t consider myself one or the other.
Favorite Christmas song?
I don’t know, but I do enjoy listening to Christmas music when it’s the season.

My Nominees

My Questions

In addition to blogging, do you enjoy writing?
Do you read popular books? Why?
Would you rather be a demigod (Percy Jackson and the Oympians by Rick Riordan), witch/wizard (Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling), an immortal Fae (Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas), a hobbit, elf, or dwarf (Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien), a Shadowhunter or a Downworlder (The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare), a Young Elite (The Young Elites by Marie Lu), a Rider (Eragon by Christopher Paolini), or a Peculiar (Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs. Why?
If you could explore any fictional world, which world would you explore? Why?
Favorite non-fiction book?
Blogging/reading/writing, etc. new year resolutions?
Do you have a pet? Dog, cat, fish, etc.?
Favorite artists or songs?
What do you do to prevent boredom during a long car ride?
Are you an introvert or extravert?
What would your dream day look like?

The Starlight Blogger Award

September 26, 2015October 31, 2015 / T.K. Lawrence / 6 Comments

Thank you Nya @ NyaReads for nominating me! I apologize that this post is a little late.

The Rules

Thank the giver and link their blog to your post.
Answer the 3 original questions and then the 3 new questions from your nominator given to you.
Nominate your 6 favorite bloggers! In your nominees I would like for you to think at the light emanating from the stars the ones that truly touch your soul with their work, the ones that are the light for you a true STARLIGHT Blogger.
Please pass the award on to 6 or more other Bloggers of your choice and let them know that they have been nominated by you.
Include the logo of the award in a post or on your Blog, please never alter the logo, never change the 3 original questions answer that first then answer the 3 new questions from your nominator and never change the Award rules.
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Sisterhood of the World Bloggers | 2

September 15, 2015January 3, 2016 / T.K. Lawrence / 12 Comments

Thank you Nya @ Nya Reads and giovannard @ Book Coma for nominating me.

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The Rules

Thank the blogger who nominated you and add a link to their blog in your post.
Answer the questions provided by the blogger who nominated you.
Nominate ten other bloggers.
Create ten questions for your nominees and notify them of their nomination.

Nya’s Questions

1. What is your favorite childhood book?

My favorite childhood book would probably be The Chronicles of Harris Burdick, which is a neat anthology of short stories with black and white photographs like the novel Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children.

2. E-books or printed books?

I definitely prefer printer books because I love the feel of turning the pages. Also it’s much easier to turn pages and I do not need to charge any device to read them.

3. What is your favorite place to read?

My favorite place to read depends on the weather, but would probably either be my desk or bed.

4. Is there any genre you would never read?

I generally avoid informational texts (writing books exempted) and realistic fiction.

5. What’s your review rating system?

My review rating system has five levels, which is based on a 5-star scale. My Rating page describes my rating system.

6. What is your favorite fictional character?

I have many favorite fictional characters, however my all-time favorite character would have to be Katniss from The Hunger Games. Her character is really tough, but at the same time selfless and compassionate. She also went through so much and still survived.

7. What was the best film adaption of a book?

I think that the best film adaption of a book is all the Harry Potter films. I was not disappointed one bit. The actors were very good and the film stuck true to the story.

8. How do you chose the next book to read?

I choose my next reading book by making a list of all the books I want to read and then select the one with the most intriguing plot synopsis.

9. Top 3 authors?

My top 3 authors would have to be Sarah J. Maas, Cassandra Clare, and Suzanne Collins.

10. Is there any book release you are particularly looking forward to?

Yes! I’m really looking forward to the release of Library of Souls by Ransom Riggs, which is the third book in the Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children series. It will be released on September 22, 2015. I’m also looking forward to the release of A Torch Against The Night by Sabaa Tahir, which is the An Ember in the Ashes sequel.

My Nominees:

My Questions

Based on writing style, characters, and plot, what is your all-time favorite novel?
What is your least favorite film adaption?
Who are your favorite protagonists?
Of the following characters, who is your favorite heroine? Katniss Everdeen, Tris Prior, Hermione Granger, Celaena Sardothien, Isabelle Lightwood, Katsa, or Helene Aquilla?
Have you ever read a book where you hoped the POV character would die? If so, which character is that?
What do you do to console yourself after reading a disappointing book ending?
What are your ideal reading conditions?
Favorite novella?
Unique bookworm habit or hobby?
What makes you love or hate a character?

I hope you enjoy the questions! And thank you, Nya and giovannard! 🙂