Thanks so much to Michelle @ The Writing Hufflepuff for nominating me! It sounds like this tag was originally created by Trey @ Trey Schnarr Books, but as his blog is protected, I learned this from Tabitha @ Bows & Bullet Reviews.
Now guys… I was tagged for this in November. Of… 2015. I cry.
I know, I know. Two tags in a row? But alas, you see, I’m incredibly behind on my list of tags. And besides, it’s a blogger tag. ‘It’s the season to be jolly. And catch up on tags. *rolls up sleeves* LET’S DO THIS THING.
How long have you been a blogger?
I looked it up to be sure, and it’s been just about 2 1/2 years. This is actually our first post (review of The Immortal Rules) if you’re so inclined…. *cringe* It’s terrible. I apologize in advance. But I wouldn’t take it back for the world.
At what point do you think you will stop?
Honestly, I would hope never, but I’m not sure. I’ll keep rolling until either you all stop coming or I stop having fun doing it. Fingers crossed that’s never!
What is the best thing?
All of you glorious people, of course! Although sometimes I feel like I’m speaking into a void. I love you guys, but SPEAK UP.
What is the worst thing? What do you do to make it okay?
Definitely the pressure. Usually it doesn’t get to me, but lately I’ve been having a tough time of it. But when it’s too much… I de-stress. You know, books. Fabulous internet people (AKA you). Obsessively watching BooksandLala and/or Hailey in Bookland and/or Good Mythical Morning. The ‘usual. (Omg look at me how fancy)
How long does it take you to create/find pictures to use?
I used to always get pictures off of the internet… and then I realized that’s #rude and totally stealing. So now I make my own using Canva (Analee @ Book Snacks converted me from PicMonkey and THANK THE LORD. IT IS GLORIOUS.). Honestly, it depends. Sometimes probably 5-10 minutes? Sometimes maybe half an hour? I have no idea. Someone should time me on these things. I should be important enough to be timed.
Who is your book crush?
WUT I don’t even know. I don’t have book crushes. I promise I don’t lie. Although I am totally in love with Diana (Wonder Woman) and Felicity (Gentleman’s Guide). I’m currently reading Ruin and Rising and I happen to adore Nikolai. He is my FAVE SMOL CHILD.
What author would you like to have on your blog?
Honestly, I’m too terrified to be a professional. But I absolutely adore Mackenzi Lee’s tweets (and book obv.) and she’s so fabulous.
What do you wear when you write your blog posts?
Um, nothing special? Is this a thing? I wear normal clothes. Or sometimes my cozy PJs because they are fabulous.
How long does it take you to prepare?
Not gonna lie, I’m not a very prepared person. So pretty much 0 seconds. For most posts. Not all.
How do you feel about the book blogger community/culture?
UM ITS FABULOUS.
I love it. Very much. Very very much. I find it utterly fabulous. Allllll the love.
What do you think one should do to have a successful blog?
Write about what you love, and enjoy yourself doing it!! If you’re having fun and being yourself, other people will enjoy reading your content.
Who do you tag?
YOU!! If you’re reading this and you’re a blogger, I want to see your answers! (And hey, if you’re not one, this would be a fabulous place to start!) Honestly. I had a great time doing this tag myself and I would LOVE to see your answers. And if no one else does it I will be a sad smol bean in the corner. Anyhoo, please pick it up and let me know if you do, so I can read it!
I hope you guys enjoyed this post! Uh, funny story- my laptop decided to totally go snail speed on me, so I wrote this on my phone. Please don’t hurt me be sad if my graphics are not as beautiful AKA nonexistent. They shall be back when my laptop restarts. Hopefully soon. Fingers crossed! π Happy reading everyone!
This is such a fun tag, I loved reading your answers! I feel the same way about stopping, I don’t think I ever would if I could help it π
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Thanks, I’m so glad you enjoyed! Haha absolutely. π
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Cool answers. Your answer of 2 1/2 year made me smile. If it wasn’t for the anniversary notes, it’s easy to forget how long the blog has been running
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Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed them! Hahaha absolutely. I did know I started in 2015 though, so I was pretty sure. π
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Haha I still have some tags left from 2015 as well π I have to be in the mood for certain tags, so it takes forever for me to do them π
I feel you about feeling like you’re speaking into a void! It can be quite disheartening to barely get any comments.
Also love the falling snow on your blog!
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Hahaha I agree! I totally get the feeling.
Oh my goodness, yes! I know some people read blogs without commenting and it drives me insane. I’m always disappointed when I don’t get many comments on a post, so if I’m taking the time to read someone else’s, I’m going to comment on it, you know?
Awesome, I’m so glad! XD
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Yes same here! It’s why I’m often behind on reading blog posts, because I want to comment but sometimes I’m just too tired to do so haha
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Hahaha I completely relate! That’s the problem with reading blogs, haha!
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I love your advice at the end. SO TRUE. cheers And omg FELICITY IS AMAZING and also Nikolai is so adorable and sassy.π Best characters right there.
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Yay, I’m so glad! Yessssss I love them so much. Although Ruin and Rising is kind of killing me right now. I’m like 92% sure that I’m free tonight, so I plan on BUCKLING DOWN and getting those last 200 pages in. I need Six of Crows in my life. Everyone else just loves it so much, I feel so left out! XD
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I love this tag! And your answers made me smile so much hahaha
I didn’t know it was a thing to dress up for blogging either? xD It’d be cute if it were, though!
I absolutely love the book community as well and don’t know what my life would be like without it. It’s been too long! I’d miss it like crazy. But I don’t know what the future brings either.
Also lovely advice, Amy!
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Hahaha thanks! If you’re interested, you should totally pick it up. XD
Hehe I know right?? I’d be curious to see if the creator had something specific or if that was just a goofy question.
Yesssss it’s amazing! I always feel like I can talk on the blog/twitter about virtually anything. It’s totally fabulous.
Thanks so much, I’m glad you enjoyed!
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Hahaha I would but I’m totally swamped and don’t need any more, to be honest xD
Yes, same here!! ^^
You’re very welcome, Amy β€
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Haha I totally understand the feeling! XD
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I’m so totally behind on my tags too π don’t even know if I’m going to do them! I was tagged in a lot at one point π
Yeah, the community is indeed fabulous π the interesting thing? I haven’t noticed such amounts of comments, friendships and communities in a lot of other industries (I mean, like beauty blogs etc), so we really are lucky with the community π
And I loved that pyjama goat GIF xD perfect!
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Hahaha same! I totally understand the feeling. XD It’s kind of nice though; when I want to do a tag, I can just go into my drafts and pick one that seems appropriate!
Absolutely! I agree. We seem to be unique in that fashion, and I’m so glad for it!
Hahaha thanks!
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Agh, all the people you mentioned in your book crush answer are amazing! Nikolai is LITERALLY the only bright spot in that series for me hahhaa. And omg that’s amazing that you’ve been blogging for 2 1/2 years!! I haven’t even hit 1 year yet. π And ahahah I really don’t take much preparation for a post?? Like what does that even mean?? Do I like outline what I’m going to be writing… because no. π Great post & tag!!
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Hahaha I totally understand the feeling! I was LIVING for his pages.
Hehe thanks! Itβs been a journey, but it definitely flies by. π
I have no idea! I mean, for TBRs I do plan what Iβm going to do, and for wrap-ups, I obviously have to read the books, but I donβt really βprepareβ for anything?
Thanks! XD
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GOATS. YOU HAD GOATS IN JAMMIES BRB GOING TO FREAK OUT REAL QUICK. Anyways, I really like goats, I really like your answers, and I also really want to do this so….
Hey, we’ll both be fashionably late.
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YES IKR I JUST COULDN’T RESIST. Goats are super cute. Jammies are awesome. But GOATS IN JAMMIES???
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Okay, WordPress, I wasn’t done. #RUDE. Anyhoo, DO IT. I’d totally love to see your answers. π
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I will! I can’t promise that I’ll have anything cuter than those goats, but I’l get the tag done. XD
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Yay, I’m excited! XD
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Oops, I am…only KIND OF a book blogger but I do love talking about books anyways! I’ve really been wanting to read The Gentleman’s Guide for Vice and Virtue — I really hope to buy it after the holidays when I have a bit of money haha because IT SOUNDS WONDERFUL.
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Haha that’s totally alright! Books are fabulous so I’m glad you enjoy them. XD
Ooo, I hope you love it! The audiobook is so fabulous too and I am WAYYYYY too excited for the sequel. Which features my (possibly) favorite character. EXCITEMENT HERE.
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I totally use google images most of the time. π£ Thanks for the tip on what to use to make your own!!
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That’s alright! I totally understand. Good luck; I look forward to seeing what you can come up with! π
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I really enjoyed this post and I will answer on my blog :). In Romanian because I’m a Romanian blogger, but I have the Translate Button. Thanks for sharing this with us!
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Did you end up doing this tag? I’m just curious because I would love to read it if you did. π
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