Tomorrow, fingers crossed I will be getting on a plane to spend a very relaxed fortnight on the island of Fuerteventura, in the Canary Islands. Those of you who have been following for a while may be rightly thinking that I spend Christmas there the other year, and you are right - turns out its a destination I can actually afford over Christmas, although I will be in a different hotel in the same resort this time.
I am looking forward to doing nothing for two weeks, so those of you following on social media wanting the same level of photos that I do while I'm on a cruise, I'm sorry in advance for disappointing.
My intention is to read and sleep in the sun during the day, head into town in the evenings, read while eating dinner and then find some entertainment to watch, to prove I can do more than just read!
My current intention is to not provide a bunch of my normal mini reviews once I'm back this time, purely as I have bought a bluetooth keyboard and need to make a dent in my review stack.
For the first time since I started the blog, I don't have a couple of weeks of posts nicely scheduled already for when I'm back, as time of writing this I have one review and one for a tour a few weeks later.
Unfortunately I am finding I just don't have as much time to read, so expect less content from me in the new year once I'm back, as I try to find a new rhythm that works for me. This is all due to the launch of my new business, that I am thoroughly enjoying - Rachel's Random Resources, and I am putting everything into it to make sure it will be a success.
So what am I intending to read while away? Well I am reasonably sure will take this selection of paperbacks
I am looking forward to doing nothing for two weeks, so those of you following on social media wanting the same level of photos that I do while I'm on a cruise, I'm sorry in advance for disappointing.
My intention is to read and sleep in the sun during the day, head into town in the evenings, read while eating dinner and then find some entertainment to watch, to prove I can do more than just read!
My current intention is to not provide a bunch of my normal mini reviews once I'm back this time, purely as I have bought a bluetooth keyboard and need to make a dent in my review stack.
For the first time since I started the blog, I don't have a couple of weeks of posts nicely scheduled already for when I'm back, as time of writing this I have one review and one for a tour a few weeks later.
Unfortunately I am finding I just don't have as much time to read, so expect less content from me in the new year once I'm back, as I try to find a new rhythm that works for me. This is all due to the launch of my new business, that I am thoroughly enjoying - Rachel's Random Resources, and I am putting everything into it to make sure it will be a success.
So what am I intending to read while away? Well I am reasonably sure will take this selection of paperbacks
A rather varied selection I feel. Now I may be cutting down on blogging next year but one thing that will be remaining is my vote post, and for those suffering from withdrawal while I'm away, well you may like this!
Below you will see my entire review TBR of 2016 and 2017 releases (keeping the 2018 titles hidden!). What I want to know is which of these books you think I should read while I'm on holiday, which you would most like to see reviews of.
If you leave me a comment - I will be picking those up on emails away, and if I can't make a decision on a next book to read then I will take a look at the list, although when the reviews will appear can't say! I believe there are 43 titles on that - although knowing me who knows what I may read!
If you leave me a comment - I will be picking those up on emails away, and if I can't make a decision on a next book to read then I will take a look at the list, although when the reviews will appear can't say! I believe there are 43 titles on that - although knowing me who knows what I may read!
And there's more...if you comment as part of the giveaway you will be entered to win one of the 4 Christmas books that I feel like giving away!
Here's the giveaway and if you have read down this far then I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Book filled New Year.
Giveaway - 4 Winners will each win one of these books (Open to Europe only)
1st Name drawn out - A Winter's Tale by Carrie Elks
2nd Name - The Christmas Promise by Sue Moorcroft
3rd Name - Orphan in the Snow by Molly Green
4th Name - Coming Home to the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
Giveaway open to Europe, all options are voluntary, but please do what they ask, as I will be verifying the winner. Giveaway closes 23:59 02/01/2018. Winner will be announced on twitter, and they will need to reply within 7 days, or forfeit the prize, and I will re-draw for a new winner. Good luck everyone.
Have a relaxing holiday, Rachel! xx
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Eva
DeleteLots of happy reading Rachel
ReplyDeleteThank you Julie
DeleteHave a fabulous holiday and see you again soon Rachel x
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda, and see you at some point next year when we are both in the same country!!
DeleteJackie LANSBURY caviar and air guitar
ReplyDeleteMERRY Christmas to you all
Merry Christmas Margaret
DeleteDefinitely one I should read, since I've organised a blog tour for it for next year!
Would love to read your thoughts on Emma Hannigan's 'The Wedding Promise'. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas Rie.
DeleteThat is definitely one of the books I will be reading on holiday, and been meaning to pick up for ages!
I'm torn between suggesting one I'd like to read, to see whether I would like it, or one I've already read, to see if your thoughts are the same as mine. I've gone for the latter option - I'd like to see a review from you of Eva Jordan's "All the Colours In Between" - and please don't read my Good Reads review of it first!
ReplyDeleteWould love to know which other books of those you are interested in.
DeleteI won't look at your review for Eva Jordan, but am curious did you enjoy, and had you read her first book too?
I love to read a review for Robert Bryndza Cold Blood.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas Rachel xx
Yikes forgot that was even on the list. Good spot Leila.
DeleteMerry Christmas.
Merry Christmas and enjoy your holidays and reading time. I enjoyed Kick the bucket list and Dorothy Koomson is one of my fave authors so always enjoy hers.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous holiday Rachel, enjoy the sun and the rest! I’m going to lanzarote, so I may get the ferry over to visit you!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Dawn. Have a fab time in Lanzarote too. That would be really cool if we met on a nice Canary Island!
DeleteHave a great holiday, for the book review; Some kind of Wonderful
ReplyDeleteQuite honestly the only one that appeals to me at the moment is Alfie the Holiday Cat - Rachel Wells :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like two weeks of bliss. Will try entering on the comp as gleam isnt letting me on my mobile. Safe travels xxx
ReplyDeleteLainy http://www.alwaysreading.net
Cheers Lainy. Two weeks of bliss is definitely what I need.
DeleteI'm sure I pressed the gleam mobile compatible button before copying the code!
You probably did, I am a pie. Love the beach photo, looks bliss, here is ice, cold, icy cold and more cold xxx
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Have an excellent time! Really have to get to I See You, thanks for reminding me! As I said, have a great time, you totally deserve the break:)
ReplyDeleteHope you have a fab holiday! I'd love to read what you think of A House to Mend a Broken Heart by Alison Sherlock, I adored it!
ReplyDeleteHappy reading Rachel. I'm currently reading Some Kind of Wonderful by Giovanna Fletcher and loving it. So pleased that you are loving your new business. Lx
ReplyDeleteIt started with a tweet. Sounds quirky and unique. Always a good sign Manda Ward. Have a fun holiday in the sun. Don't end up with reader's finger!
ReplyDeleteHave a great holiday, 13 dates by Matt Dunn
ReplyDeleteI'm reading Some Kind of Wonderful by Giovanna Fletcher just now and loving it.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for commenting so late, I had exams at uni (I'm a mature student studying biology). I hope you have a really relaxing holiday and a wonderful Christmas. Me personally, I wouldn't want to spend Christmas somewhere warm, but each to their own =)
ReplyDeleteThanks for all your hard work reviewing and promoting books! I really enjoy reading your blog but can understand you have less time now.
I can't believe you haven't got more books left over from the past two years! I've got tons more that I wanted to read which are patiently waiting on my kindle...
I absolutely loved Jill Santopolo's The Light we Lost and Christie Barlow's Evie's Year of Taking Chances, so recommend you read those! But I also want to read One Last Wish, The Returning Tide, Abi's Neighbour, My Summer of Magic Moments, The Bronte Book Club for Hopeless Romantics, The Wedding Promise, Hygge and Kisses, The Christmas Secret, The Secrets of Villa Rosso, Escape to Willow Cottage, 13 Dates, Tremarnock Summer, The Woman at 72 Derry Lane, Some Kind of Wonderful, Alfie the Holiday Cat, It started with a Tweet and a lot more that aren't on your list. Are those really all the books you've got left over or have you more that you bought yourself?
Looking forward to the new reading year! The books on your Publication Dates page sound brilliant.
Happy reading!
Nathalie
Hey Nathalie
DeleteThese are just the books I agreed to review over past 2 years that I have listed.
My master unread list is over 800 books!
Read Christie Barlow today and loved it.
Will try to get through some of those others if I can.
Merry Christmas
It started with a Tweet by Anna Bell is the book I think you should read as I’m a huge fan of Twitter.
ReplyDeleteAnything You Do Say :) Merry Christmas to you, Rachel <3
ReplyDeleteHope your holiday was fantastic Rachel. happy new year to you and your family .
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