Today is interview day on the ArmchairBEA. I didn't get signed up in time to participate, so I'll be talking about the alternate topic, "My Favorite Book Blogs." I am terrified to take this on because there's just no way I can write about all my favorites; I would be here all day. So please keep that disclaimer in mind as you read. I am scatterbrained! That said, when I think about my favorite blogs, the ones I would drag myself to the computer with the flu for, there are a few that spring immediately to mind:
Juju @ Tales of Whimsy. I met Juju on Shelfari way back in 2009, and I'm proud to say I've been followering her blog since day one. She is probably the nicest, sweetest blogger you will ever meet, and her reviews always make me smile. Juju is also known as The Best Commenter in the Book Bloggerdom. Ok, I may have given her that title myself, but I'm sure I could find dozens of people who'd agree with me. Also, her blog is insanely pretty (I adore the retro theme) and well-organized.
Danielle (aka the1stdaughter) @ There's a Book. Reader, writer, musician, mother. Smart, talented, and kind. This gal is one of the ArmchairBEA organizers, and a general all-around busy lady. Her blog covers books for the younger set, from picture books right through to YA. I have found dozens of great reads for my kids here, as well as lots for myself. Danielle has apparently never learned the old adage about never working with children, and her two kids, Littlebug and Turkeybird, routinely make appearances on the blog for reviews. Turkeybird also has an interview series which is too much fun to miss. Danielle is also the host of a weekly meme A Bit of Me(Me), and The Read to Me Picture Book Challenge.
The lovely ladies of The First Novels Club. Donna, Sara, Frankie and Janine are four aspiring authors blogging about reading, writing and... well, no 'rithmitic. I believe I was first sucked into this blog by Donna's Disney-fied character studies, but I've stayed around for the reviews, writing tips, hilarity and general awesomeness to be found here.
GMR @ Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers. Gina's chatty reviews of eclectic titles are the perfect antedote to reading boredom. I never know what she's going to read next, but I always love reading about it. Her funny, conversational writing style is unique and keeps me coming back for more. She also hosts The Roving Reader, a meme which is perfect for someone as cover-addicted as I am.
Heather Zundel @ The Secret Adventures of Writergirl. An avid reader and querying author, Heather has a love of books that explodes outward from her blog. There's always something fun going on here, whether about books or various randomness. Heather is also one of the creators of the YA Fantasy Showdown.
