Are You a Rereader?

Lately my mom and I have been discussing whether or not to reread books. Personally, I love to reread. I must've read each of the Harry Potter books more than a half a dozen times, and I reread the Books of Bayern by Shannon Hale on a yearly basis. Same goes for Sarah Dessen books.

However, my mom doesn't believe in rereading. At all. I've always looked at her like she was crazy, just because of the fact that I love being able to escape into some of my favorite worlds again and again. But, my mom has always said that she doesn't need to reread most books to get a sense of whether or not she liked it. In a way, I understand. There are so many new books out there, it almost seems like a waste to go back and reread a story again.

So, how about you? To reread or not to reread...(sorry, couldn't help myself)

<3 Cate

An Update

Hi everyone! I apologize for not posting much this week- not only did school start, but I found out that I would begin taking the driving portion of Driver's Ed! That's right, I've officially been behind the wheel! Unfortunately, I'm also behind on the blog. But that's all about to change; next week I'm free and clear to post during the week, and hopefully my teachers will ease up on the homework a bit.

Currently I'm reading The Prophecy of the Sisters, which has not seemed to really pick up for me yet. I'm counting on a good ending, though. ;)

What are you reading, and are you enjoying it?

~Cate

Teaser Tuesday (3)

Open to a random page in your current read, and post several sentences that would be considered a book teaser. :)

Current Read: Prophecy of the Sisters by Michelle Zink

She walks around me so that her voice comes from behind. It is a ploy, a way to unnerve me. I reamin facing forward, willing myself not to whirl and face her.

-Page 230


I'm about 90 pages into this book, and I'm not sure what to think of it. Although the plot is interesting, the writing doesn't really catch my attention. We'll see if my opinion changes as the week goes on.

Alice in Wonderland Challenge

I'm VERY excited about this challenge! It's being hosted by Jenny over at Take Me Away. I thought it was very good timing, since I'm already in the middle of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and finally dragged out the Disney version of the movie. This means that reviews will be a little light this week, because the challenge starts on the first. *sigh* But, no worries- I have a few other things in mind!

Rules:

*Starts September 1, 2009 and goes through August 31, 2010
*You can join any time during that time frame.
*This challenge has two parts; you can decide at any time until the end if you would like to complete only the first part or both. However, prizes will only be awarded to those who complete both parts.

*If you have already completed one of the tasks in the past 6 months you may count ONE towards this challenge.
*Books may overlap with any other challenges.
*Books may be read prior to publish date if you are able to obtain a copy. (Don't worry about the advantage someone has because everyone should have the same opportunity to complete the challenge at the same time).
*When you've made the decision to play, post about the challenge and please link your icon to this post. It doesn't necessarily have to be the link on your sidebar if you put it there and are linking to your post, but at least on the picture when you post about this challenge.

Tasks (Part I):

*Read and review Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
*Read and review Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll
*Read and review Alice I Have Been by Melanie Benjamin (publish date December 2009)

*Read and review one other book from the list of "retellings and sequels" or "literature with allusions and influences" from the list here . If you know of a book that will work that is not on the list, you may use it, but please have it approved as part of the challenge first.


Tasks (Part II)

*Watch and review Disney's animated version of Alice in Wonderland
*Watch and review one live action (already released) movie version of Alice in Wonderland.
*Watch and review Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland (due for release in 2010)
*Watch and review one other movie listed under "Film" here


There are also prizes, which you can learn more about if you follow the link above! Doesn't this sound like fun?

My Life According to My Books...

I saw this over at Sharon Loves Books and Cats- doesn't it look like fun?

Using only books you have read this year (2009), cleverly answer these questions. Try not to repeat a book title. It's a lot harder than you think!


Describe Yourself: The Goose Girl

How do you feel: Dream Girl

Describe where you currently live: East

If you could go anywhere, where would you go: Ferris Beach

Your favorite form of transportation: Along for the Ride

Your best friend is: The Actor and the Housewife

You and your friends are: Three Willows: The Sisterhood Grows

What's the weather like: (Sorry, guys, I had nothing!)

Favorite time of day: A Time for Dancing

What is life to you: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Your fear: The Truth About Forever

What is the best advice you have to give: Speak

Thought for the Day: The Tao of Pooh

How I would like to die: The Hunger Games

My soul's present condition: Lock and Key (a bit of a stretch?)

Hooked on Twitter

Okay, so maybe I'm not hooked yet, but I finally decided to hop on the wagon. :)

My Twitter account is officially set up, so please follow if you'd like! I can't promise that I'll be as witty or funny as other bloggers with more tweeting experience, but I'll do my best. Heh heh. Just thinking about the words 'tweeting' and 'experience' being used in the same sentence makes me chuckle.

You can find my page here!

Also, please don't forget to check out my posts from the last few days- I just posted up a review of Les Miserables- the movie- and I had a post about a connection between music and blogging here.

Have a wonderful Wednesday, everyone!