Let the read-a-thon begin!
Where are you reading from today? From home and where I'll be babysitting later today (all in the Bay Area)
3 facts about me... 1. This is my first read-a-thon. 2. I'm a really good whistler. 3. I also love to knit.
How many books do you have in your TBR pile for the next 24 hours? I didn't make a pile. I'm just going to grab another book from my shelf as I finish one. I tried to make a pile, but it was going to be about 20 books big, which is overwhelming for one day.
Do you have any goals for the read-a-thon (i.e. number of books, number of pages, number of hours, or number of comments on blogs)? I just want to participate for as long as I can and read as much as I can. But I have to do some things today (which will cut into my reading time) and I have a lot of commitments tomorrow morning/afternoon (which require that I get some sleep tonight).
If you’re a veteran read-a-thoner, any advice for people doing this for the first time? This is my first read-a-thon. I hope some others out there have good advice!
(Non)traditional Buddhist readathon blessing:
ReplyDeleteJust as the books fill the shelves,
Pile together on the floor and stack up on the table
So may the joy of the readathon
Flow forth to brighten your day and lift your spirit.
Books already read, books in progress and books yet to be read.
By the power of every word on the page
May your book be delightful,
As scary as Lovecraft’s Cthulhu
Or as sweet as a box of See’s candy.
Let the power of the images evoked by words
Keep you stay awake long through the night
May no obstacle impede
Your day filled with books.
For all of those who are reading today
Who follow in the path of Dewey
May your day be filled with the four blessings
Of fabulous books, tasty snacks, comfy chairs and joy.
Thanks for the cheer, soft drink! I think I'm well on my way to a day filled with the four blessings.
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a delightful time at the Readathon. Update your status when you can and let us know how you are doing.
ReplyDeleteI'm working on book three. Children's books, before you think I'm the world's fastest reader.