Oh My Books!

Update: Maybe you want to check out my  complete book's read in 2010 list . I'm pretty proud of myself! I read 113 books. Hi guys! I was planning to write about my favorite books read this year, but I noticed that I read most of them before starting this blog and I haven't translated my reviews. So instead of linking a bunch of books to goodreads, maybe you want to go and look at them at my Spanish blog  HISTORIAS IMAGINARIAS . I know some of you don't read Spanish, but maybe you can look at the covers. I promise someday, maybe next year, I will translate all of my reviews. ;) " My Favorite Reads 2010 " Also, I wanted to wish you a Feliz Año Nuevo! (Happy New Year! in Spanish) Hope you all have a great time :D "We will open the book. It's pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day."

The Gift Author: Cecelia Ahern Release Date: November 3rd, 2009 Publisher: Harper Pages: 320 New York Times bestselling author Cecelia Ahern spins a witty, warm, and wise modern-day fable of love, regret, hope, and second chances. Extremely successful executive, Lou Suffern is always overstretched, immune to the holiday spirit that delights everyone around him. The classic workaholic who never has a moment to spare, he is always multitasking while shortchanging his devoted wife and their adorable children. And ever since he started competing for a big promotion, he has barely seen his family at all. One frigid morning in an uncharacteristic burst of generosity, he buys a cup of coffee for Gabe, a homeless man huddled outside his office building. Inspired by his own unexpected act of kindness, Lou decides to prolong his charitable streak and contrives to get Gabe a job in his company's mailroom. But when Gabe begins to meddle in Lou's life, the helping hand ap...

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine , that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. My pick: Summary from Goodreads A funny, clear-eyed view of the realities of teenage love from National Book Award winner Pete Hautman. Jen and Wes do not "meet cute." They do not fall in love at first sight. They do not swoon with scorching desire. They do not believe that they are instant soul mates destined to be together forever. This is not that kind of love story. Instead, they just hang around in each other's orbits...until eventually they collide. And even after that happens, they're still not sure where it will go. Especially when Jen starts to pity-date one of Wes's friends, and Wes makes some choices that he immediately regrets. From National Book Award winner Pete Hautman, this is a love story for people not particularly biased toward romance. But it is romantic, in the same way that ...

Hello! Yep, another read-a-thon. This time is hosted by Book-Savvy and The Bookish Type . 2010 is almost ending, and probably some of you have several books in yours 2010 to be read piles (specially Debut Author Challenge books). So the Book Savvy and The Bookish Type created this read-a-thon, than will run from December 29 - 31 and that way all the participants could read as many books as they can during that time. You don't have to focus only on debuts book if you have other books that you would like to read. They will be giving away tons of swag and books and some of the participants would be hosting mini-challenges: December 29:  Pure Imagination , Kat Duncan , The Nerd's Wife December 30: The Book Worms , Loud Words and Sounds , A Writer's Review December 31: Books, Sweets and Other Treats , The Novel Affair , Reading Teen What do you think? Would you like to JOIN ? I wasn't participating at the Debut Author Challenge this year, but I would still like to read s...

Guardians of Eternity is one of my favorite paranormal romance series. It combines action, alpha males, hot  and sweet romance, and every kind mythical creature! Alexandra Ivy's writing is excellent. Fast paced, with enough details and a funny undertone that you can miss. When I begin to read one of her books, I can't stop. The plot is very interesting, and every book add something else to a plot that has been growing up. The characters are original and realistic, strong but not invincible, and I end loving each one of them. This is one of the series that every new book is better than the last one. When I started reading it I liked it, but now I can't get enough of it. Overall, I love it and I recommend it, specially if you're a fan of series as Lords of the Underworld. When Darkness Comes (Book 1) Embrace The Darkness (Book 2) Darkness Everlasting (Book 3) Darkness Revealed (Book 4) Darkness Unleashed (Book 5) Beyond the Darkness ...

"May the holidays bring you pleasant memories and much happiness." At this moment I'm still preparing for Christmas! I'm helping my mom with the salads, and we are expecting the family (and my boyfriend) at 9pm. Eating takes a lot of time, since we are like 10 people...but after that we stay awake waiting for the 25! Jesus is born, Santa leaves presents and we give each other more presents! And then, we all go to play with fireworks!. After that, we try to visit our friends and other family. What are you doing this holidays? Do you celebrate Christmas? What do you celebrate?

Must Love Mistletoe Author: Christie Ridgway Series: Holidays #1 Release Date: November 28th, 2006 Publisher: Harper Collins Age: Adult Bailey Sullivan can't stand Christmas, even though her family's business is a store specializing in the perfect holiday. But now her hometown's chief supplier of rooftop Rudolphs and treetop angels is in danger of going under—it's up to Bailey to save the shop.She has it all planned: She'll arrive on December 1 and be gone by Christmas. Plus there's always spiked eggnog to ease the pain. But "Humbug" Bailey's not the only one home for the holidays. Finn Jacobson—legendary local bad boy-turned-Secret Service agent and Bailey's long-lost high-school sweetheart—is once again the boy next door. Only this time he's all grown up, and the sparks are flying faster and hotter than ever! Bailey believes in true love about as much as she believes in Santa Claus. But as the holiday draws closer, she'...

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine , that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. My pick: Summary from Goodreads.com Ashline Wilde never received an instruction manual on how to be a 16-year-old Polynesian volcano goddess. If she had, it might have contained helpful warnings such as: • Dreaming about your (thankfully) mortal boyfriend may cause your bed to spontaneously combust. • Oven mitts should be worn at all times during heavy make-out sessions. Instead, Ash has to learn these life lessons the hard way as her dormant powers erupt at the most awkward times. In the wake of a hometown tragedy, Ash transfers to Blackwood Academy, a boarding school nestled in California’s redwoods, where a group of fellow gods-on-earth have mysteriously convened. As if sophomore year couldn’t get any worse, her storm goddess older sister, the wild and unpredictable Eve, resurfaces to haunt Ashline. With a war betw...

Title: A Homemade Christmas Author: Tina Barseghian Release Date: September 1st, 2010 Publisher: Harlequin Pages: 128 Making something with your own hands—whether it's a plate of just-baked cookies, a handcrafted stocking, a homemade wreath, or a hand-folded origami ornament—is a great way to connect with the true meaning of Christmas. From holiday decorating to gift giving, A Homemade Christmas is chock-full of projects, recipes, tips, and helpful hints that are guaranteed to add a homemade touch to your holiday season. Open this charming volume to any page and discover a wealth of practical and easy-to-accomplish ideas for a homemade holiday: • create personal, distinctive holiday greetings • deck the halls with festive, handmade trimmings • cook simple but memorable homemade dishes • make unique, handcrafted gifts • share the joy of the season with friends and family Packed with inspiration and how-tos for ideas that are family-friendly and eco-conscio...

Title: The Christmas Brides Author: Linda Lael Miller Release Date: October 26th, 2010 Publisher: Harlequin Pages: 384 Celebrate the holidays with these heartwarming family classics in one keepsake collection from New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller. A McKettrick Christmas Lizzie McKettrick is on a homebound train with a Christmas Eve surprise for her family—a special young man, Whitley Carson. He might seem a little too interested in the McKettrick money, but Lizzie's certain Whitley cares for her deep down. But fate has a surprise for Lizzie—Dr. Morgan Shane. When their train is stranded by a massive avalanche on Christmas Eve the handsome doctor takes charge—with Lizzie by his side. Time's running out for the passengers. But with faith, hard work and some unexpected help, it just might be a joyous McKettrick family Christmas after all….  A Creed Country Christmas In the Montana wilderness of 1910, Lincoln Creed is up against more than rustl...

Title: A Spirited Heart Author: Dalba Y. Castrillon Release Date: June 11th, 2010 Publisher: Kryptics Publishing Age: Adult. A Spirited love and spirited passion... Izobelle Montgomery was the only daughter of a very rich rancher. A vision of perfection, poise, and untarnished beauty in a rustic landscape, she was wanted by all the men within a thirty mile radius. Well guarded by her greedy father; Izzy as she was called was destined to marry a man she had never met. But her spirit and fight for what was right didn’t let her accept the path her father had so callously planned for her. She was determined to find a way out of the upcoming marriage. She would not be used as a business strategy. Izzy decides that the best course of action is to leave the ranch at the first opportunity. But how would she do it and who would help her …? Mark Horton had never laid eyes on such a beautiful woman and knew nothing about her. All he knew was that he must help her escape what she w...

Hi everyone! :D Today I'm supper happy to welcome Dalba Castrillon, author of A Spirited Heart. I just read her book a couple of days ago, and loved it. It's a sweet romantic story with a strong heroine. Anyway, she came today to talk a little bit about her book. Please welcome her and remember tomorrow to come and read my review. Oh, and also entering a giveaway ;). Why Izobelle Montgomery? A strong heroine.  As soon as I typed that first chapter I knew who Izobelle was.  Not from self experience, but from admiration of those strong young women that I had only dreamt about being.  I remember being twenty one, and having so many strong opinionated emotions.   I remember my view on love and honesty.  Of course at that age I never got to feel that strong intense love that was born in Izobelle but that didn’t stop me from wanting it. Who doesn’t want love to sweep them off their feet? No matter your age, I believe woman still want that...

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking The Spine , that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. My pick: Summary from Goodreads.com Elayne thinks the old family story that one of her ancestors stepped through a tapestry into a world of mythical beasts makes a great fireside tale. But she lives in the real world. In New York City. And she's outgrown that kind of fantasy. Until she finds herself in front of a unicorn tapestry at the Cloisters museum and sees her initials woven into the fabric. And hears a unicorn calling to her. And slips and falls—into that other world. Suddenly the line between fantasy and reality isn't so clear. But the danger is real enough. Almost before she can think, Elayne is attacked by a ferocious beast, rescued by a unicorn, and taken prisoner by a tyrant king. Each of them seems to have an idea about her—that she's a hero, a villain, dinner! But Elayne has a few ideas of her ...