Late Night Musings

Veronica Mars! How did I miss this when it was originally on TV? I vaguely remember hearing about it but never really looked in to it. Just tonight I stumbled upon it on Netflix and already watched several episodes. A little addicting obviously. Veronica is a cute, sassy, and smart girl who helps her detective dad solve cases. Lots of witty dialogue too.


I also just finished the second book "Captivate" in the Need series by Carrie Jones. I read it in only a couple days. Was pretty fast paced and leaves you wanting more so good thing there's a third(Entice) and fourth book in the series. Pixies don't seem so cute and innocent after you read it. Sorry Tinkerbell.
Last but not least. Went and saw Socerer's Apprentice. Not the greatest movie but it did lead me to a great song that was featured "Gold Coast" by Grouplove. It's pretty much been on repeat since then.
Now you have something to watch, read, or give a listen too!

Library Love

I know my last post was a video but I saw another great one. The video is about libraries which are such awesome places filled with great people I thought it needed to be shared. It is inspired by the Old Spice guy so I am putting up one of his videos too that way you won't be totally lost if you haven't heard of him.
Now for your viewing enjoyment!

Double Rainbow

If you haven't already seen this you must watch this video. You won't be able to stop smiling and maybe even giggle a few times. If only we were all able to get this excited about the simple things. :) Also check out the Double Rainbow song it is super catchy.

A Creepy Book for a Rainy Night

I am taking a break from reading my so far pretty awesome book "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" to poke around on the web and to finally post on here seeing as it has been a while. It is summer so I am being lazy and trying to enjoy the outdoors whenever possible. I have picked up crocheting again and enjoy keeping my hands busy and seeing the results. Recently I have finished a couple hats, some turning out better then others. I also have been watching movies because movie theaters = free air conditioning for a couple hours. Riding my bike has also become a summer past time, it's good for the body and clears the head. Hope whoever may be reading this that your summer is going well and that you are taking time to have some fun. I would recommend reading "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter", I am liking it more then I did "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies" but both books are very interesting. Maybe give both books a try if you feel so inclined. Also Tim Burton is supposedly making a movie adaptation of the "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter". I can't help but get excited because the odds are that it will be awesome!

Eisley - My Favorite Band

It's true, Eisley is my favorite band. I happened upon them years ago and have been listening ever since. I thought I would post the link to Sherri Dupree Bemis' blog. She is so cute and she makes great art and music. I am also putting it on the side with my other favorite places to visit.
Take a look and a listen!

Rainy days

There have been a lot of rainy days lately so instead of doing my reading outside I have been snuggled up in the chair with my book. The book I am kicking off the summer with is The Mysterious Benedict Society. I like that there are two more for me to read after this one. I am about half way through just taking my time. I really enjoy the illustrations at the beginning of the chapters. It's a good mystery full of puzzles and clues.

Beastly

When bored I will often watch movie trailers of movies that will be coming out and that's how I stumbled upon the trailer for Beastly. Being a fairy tale junkie especially when it comes to the story of Beauty and the Beast, I have already read the book Beastly that the movie is based on. Even though it looks a little cheesy, I still have a secret desire to see. If not for the story, seeing Mary Kate Olsen as the witch is probably worth it. Is it me or does she look amazing? Also Neil Patrick Harris is an extra bonus.
Totally Bewitching ;)

Just a Little Something...

Saw this quote in the front of a book today and loved it so I thought I would share.

"Our heads are round to allow our thoughts to change direction." ~Francis Picabia.

Two for One

Since I haven't posted in awhile I thought I would share two new finds. I majored in art so whenever I am at a library or bookstore I can't help but notice book covers and illustrations. These two guys are some new favorites I just found."Young Iggy Peck is an architect

and has been since he was two,
when he built a great tower - in only an hour -
with nothing but diapers and glue.
'Good Gracious, Ignacious!' his mother exclaimed.
'That's the coolest thing I've ever seen!'
But her smile faded fast as a light wind blew past
and she realized those diapers weren't clean!" - Iggy Peck Architect

The first is David Roberts. I love his art in the book Iggy Peck Architect. The story is fabulous too! I also just recently read The Dunderheads which he also illustrated. Once again amazing drawings and color. I couldn't find his personal site (if he has one I missed it). But another blogger (Sweet Pea) awhile back wrote about him and had some nice pics too.
The other illustrator is Glin Dibley. I noticed his work on several book covers and decided that I had to look him up. Again I didn't find a personal site but I did find is portfolio on Shannon Associates. Really loving the colors and sense of humor.

More Music

I am really getting into The Vinyl Princess by Yvonne Prinz. I am only about half way through but I like all the music included in the story. Makes me think back fondly on the days when I was younger and I would listen to my moms records and make up dances with my sister.

To go along with the vinyl theme I thought including Sleeve Face would be fitting.

Some of the photos are pretty great. Maybe throw on some music while you look.

Thoughts on a Thursday Night

I had to post this picture from Animals Acting Like Animals, because ever since the movie Emperors New Groove I have developed an affection for llamas they are just so silly. Demon llama where?
Some how I managed to do laundry and go for a bike ride after work today. May not sound like much to some people but I felt pretty accomplished. It's the small things.

Other then that pretty uneventful. I have been adding to my music collection on my Ipod. My nerd starts to show when it comes to music because I bought two book related songs. From Diary of a Wimpy Kid - What do you want from me? and from Curious George - Upside down. Not only that the book I happen to be currently reading is music related. Just started reading The Vinyl Princess. Maybe that's what got me in the music buying mood or it could be the other way around. Let your nerd show!

More Zombies!

Have been a little on the lite side of book reviewing on here. Still reading a bunch of manga with a couple books thrown in for variety. Lovely Complex is a pretty good shojo graphic novel series. Kinda goofy too.
The Museum of Mary Child was a strange very gothic book. When I finished reading it I thought to myself, "That was really quite peculiar".
Now I am on to more zombies in the book The Dead Tossed Waves. It is the sequel to The Forest of Hands and Teeth. If you are into zombies I would highly recommend both of these books.
Have a great weekend filled with reading and maybe a couple zombies!

New Find - Krista Hout

Just saw this artist - Krista Hout - on the Sweet Station blog.
Seeing her work got me excited about my own because it is a little similar.
I also like her work because it appeals to my enjoyment of fairy tales.
It is delicate and lovely take a look!
On a side note went and saw Alice in Wonderland.
So much to look at.
Whoever did the costume design for Alice did an amazing job.

Busy, Busy, Bacon

Life has been busy but who's isn't these days?
Thought I would just post a link that I saw over on Bookshelves of Doom.
It makes you wonder...here it is.

On the lighter side.

Hair raising reads

Recently finished the newest book in the Blue Bloods series. I like this series because it has a different take on vampires, them being fallen angels trying to redeem themselves. I just wish it wasn't such a long wait between books.
I also have been reading a lot of manga graphic novels.
I liked the Ultra Maniac series 1-5. It was a cute magic gone wry with some love drama thrown in for flavor. The series I am currently reading is Alice 19th. This one is also filled with magic but a lot more serious and dark then Ultra Maniac. Alice 19th comes with plenty of love drama to make it interesting. (Warning Alice 19th does contain some nudity.)
My loyal feline is getting into the manga vibe too.

Strange Angels

Just finished reading Strange Angels yesterday. I have to say it took me longer then usual to read this book. It starts out with a spout of action then seems to drag along until you get to the end. The story is of a teenage girl Dru who goes hunting for things that go bump in the night with her father. Right off the bat her father gets turned into a zombie and Dru is forced to kill him. From there the story really slows down and has random spurts of action. You do meet a couple other characters like Graves but details on his history are vague. At times it was hard to read because of it's choppy pacing, I caught myself going back several times trying to figure out what I just read. To me it seemed like the book didn't really start to probably the last third of the book when you meet Christophe. I will probably read the second book because I am curious about what happens to Dru and Graves. If you can get past the slow development I think the second book will make up for with hopefully more action and a smoother reading. If you like Twilight there is a good chance you will enjoy this one.
Here's the book trailer to give you a little taste.

Fables

In between books I have been devouring the Fables series. It is a comic series based on the characters from fairy tale stories like Snow White, the Big Bad Wolf, Prince Charming, and many more. The fairy tale beings have been exiled from their homelands and are now living out in our "mundane" world as they call it. They are trying to not only survive in our world but they are also trying to hatch a plan that will get them back to their world that was taken from them by the evil Adversary. If you love fairy tales or fantasy you will most certainly like this series.
Be warned the content is for mature readers.
It is filled with love, betrayal, magic, and a good share of twists and turns.
Here's the DC comic site for the series. You can even download the first issue.

Just One of Those Mornings

All I have to say is "Uuuuuugggggghhhhh...."
At work and I already want to crawl back into bed.
It is just a bunch of little things going wrong, that make it feel like one big pain.
I am crossing my fingers that now since I have whined over the morning events that things will start looking up. Here's to hoping.

One More Book to Add

Sadly the Holiday Break is over which means it's back to work. I finished one last book for the Holiday Break Book Challenge right before vacation ended.
1. Fade Out by Rachel Caine it is book 7 in the Morganville Vampire Series.
If you are looking for a good vampire read but don't have much time this is a good series for that. One of the main characters is a brainy somewhat nerdy girl which always wins me over.
So long days of sleeping in, it is awhile before the next break.

Turning Pages

Since I signed up for the Holiday Reading Challenge I have completed 3 books. All were good reads.
1. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick (An angel in love)

2. Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan (Zombie Apocalypse)

3. I am a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I want to be Your Class President by Josh Leib (Evil Genius) I really enjoyed the humor in this one.
And it seems like vampires may soon be replaced with zombies. Note book #2 and also check out the book Generation Dead and it's sequel.
Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!