Friday, September 14, 2018

Sunday Post #263



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Another week of open windows and cool breezes, punctuated by some warmer weather as well. A nice week all around. It's nice listening to the night sounds in the evening, the song of late summer. The fireflies are mostly gone, we're not getting those humid nights anymore. You can feel the change of seasons in the air... and speaking of which, I think I'm going to join the Fraterfest readathon hosted by Kimba. I was just lamenting the lack of spooky October- themed events a few weeks ago and so now there's at least one that I'm aware of.    

The read-a-long for Record of a Spaceborn Few is ongoing with La La in the Library, A Dance With Books and Jo's Book Blog and we're having some amazing discussions. You guys are awesome to read with. :) 

Movies That Suck is still on hiatus and last week I reviewed The Opposite of Here. I also have a review upcoming for An Unwanted Guest. And on Monday I'll have a discussion post addressing Monarchy in Fantasy. Otherwise I'm still binging Wentworth (that show is crazy) and Deadwind.  

The Opposite of HereRecord of a Spaceborn Few (Wayfarers, #3)An Unwanted GuestObscura 

Song of the week  


PULP COVER OF THE WEEK: 

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NEW ARRIVAL/ UPCOMING REVIEWS:

Survive the Night

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77 comments:

  1. Sophia @ Bookwyrming ThoughtsSeptember 14, 2018 at 9:56 PM

    I'm going to sit here casually jealous because my weather is only cool in the mornings but summer in the afternoon. 😑

    As always, you choose some of the most amazing art to feature. 🤗

    Hope you have a great week, Greg!

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    1. GregSeptember 15, 2018 at 12:51 PM

      Thanks Sophia! And I am kind of enjoying the weather turn, although we had a hot day yesterday!

      Thanks, it's one of my favorite parts of the Sunday Post! And you also!

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  2. Lindsi September 15, 2018 at 1:11 AM

    Record of a Spaceborn… that cover looks awfully familiar. It reminds me of Neil deGrasse Tyson's newest book... the one about physics in a hurry? Does it look familiar to you, too?

    Lindsi @ Do You Dog-ear?

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  3. Becky BakerSeptember 15, 2018 at 3:09 AM

    Glad you're having such nice end of summer weather. It sounds like the kind of evenings where you want to sit with a good book and just listen to the night sounds. Glad you found a good readathon as well, I always like the idea of readathons and then forget about them. And how have I not carried on reading Becky Chambers books? Record of a Spaceborn Few is one I seriously need to read, I'm going to get on it.

    Hope you have a good week.

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    1. GregSeptember 15, 2018 at 12:54 PM

      Hey Becky! Hope you had a great trip! And yes I love evenings like that- several nights this week I was able to have windows open and just listen to the crickets and night sounds. Very relaxing. :)

      I hope you enjoy Becky's books. Have you read the first one?

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  4. chucklesthescotSeptember 15, 2018 at 3:15 AM

    An Unwanted Guest is still on my wishlist so I'll be interested to hear your thoughts about it. Our weather has turned to the cold air and desire to stay close to the fire and read!

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    1. GregSeptember 15, 2018 at 12:55 PM

      I liked it- a fine murder mystery w/ multiple points of view.

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  5. https://booksthoughtsadventures.comSeptember 15, 2018 at 5:55 AM

    You find the most incredible photos.

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  6. UnknownSeptember 15, 2018 at 6:05 AM

    I look forward to your post on Monarchy in Fantasy. It seems to be a common theme. The buddy read has been so fun. I like reading all of your guys' thoughts. Have a great week. Fall is around the corner.

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    1. GregSeptember 15, 2018 at 12:55 PM

      It is so common, isn't it? And I agree- I've been enjoying see all of your thoughts as well.

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  7. Tammy SparksSeptember 15, 2018 at 7:08 AM

    Some awesome artwork this week, I love The Turning and Reach. Enjoy the weather, Greg!

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  8. Zezee with BooksSeptember 15, 2018 at 8:26 AM

    Love the artwork you've featured here.

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  9. Literary FelineSeptember 15, 2018 at 10:48 AM

    My top ten post next week will have a more spooky like fall feel to it at least. I am enjoying the cooler evenings too. I hope you are enjoying your current reads. I love that you shared a Questionable Content comic. I really like Jeph Jacques' work. Have a great week, Greg!

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:15 PM

      Oh I can't wait to see it! I like all the spookyness in October. :) And I just recently discovered Questionable Content. Love it!

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  10. MikkySeptember 15, 2018 at 2:37 PM

    The cover to Survive The Night is so pretty! I love the images you compiled in this post! I'm also very fond of dark themed images and things in general to the dismay of most people around me :D

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:16 PM

      Isn't it though? I can't wait to read it. And thanks! I like some of these darker images too. :)

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  11. KristinaSeptember 15, 2018 at 3:22 PM

    Love Ash Grey and Lake Blue. Great artwork as usual

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  12. Samantha@WLABBSeptember 15, 2018 at 4:00 PM

    Super jealous of your weather. It's been a sticky mess here. Today was not terrible, but still almost 90 degrees. Boo! I had someone offer to do a read along with me and I am pretty excited to make that happen. Glad you are enjoying your read along.

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:17 PM

      Eww sorry about that! I don't like the really hot weather. Hope things cool off a bit. And yay for a readalong- they're fun.

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  13. lissaSeptember 15, 2018 at 4:11 PM

    I have chosen your blog for a redesign header - you can view the post- here - I hope you like at least one of the headers, if not, let me know.

    have a lovely day.

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:17 PM

      Thanks Lissa! I'll be over to check them out!

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  14. BiblioSanctumSeptember 15, 2018 at 6:39 PM

    Wow, you got through An Unwanted Guest pretty quick. I hope that means you enjoyed! I can't wait to hear your thoughts.

    ~Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:18 PM

      I read that sucker in like two days. Totally hooked!

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  15. Just Another Girl and Her BooksSeptember 15, 2018 at 7:06 PM

    And here I sit being able to open the windows in the evening, but absolutely needing them all shut by 8 am or my house will be sweltering by noon (living in the high desert kind of stinks sometimes).

    Have a wonderful weekend. - Katie

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:18 PM

      I hate it when it's that hot! But at least you can enjoy the evening- I love having windows open at night!

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  16. ASeptember 15, 2018 at 10:29 PM

    It's quite warm here too. As for Halloween events, there's Blogoween! I do not know that much about it, but it pops up on all the blogs I read!

    Have a great reading week!

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  17. Rachel @Waves of FictionSeptember 15, 2018 at 11:10 PM

    We've been having warm weather, but I definitely feel a chill in the air mornings and late afternoon. It's been amazing! Ash Grey is a beautiful pic! I need to check out Wentworth. :)

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:21 PM

      I love it when the chill comes- not that I want it cold, but a little cooler temps at night and in the morning is kind of refreshing!

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  18. Jovita @ Inky ImpressionsSeptember 15, 2018 at 11:40 PM

    Glad that you're having cooler weather. It's hot here in Colorado, but I do see that next weekend it should be much cooler, more like Fall temps. I'm horrible about read-a=thons, but Fraterfest does sound interesting. Have a great week and happy reading.

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:20 PM

      I think FraterFest will fun. Hope you get a cooldown soon!

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  19. Kit @ Metaphors and MoonlightSeptember 16, 2018 at 12:00 AM

    You have fireflies?? I'm jealous, we don't have those here, but they're so pretty. A spooky readathon sounds fun! That serpent in the water is terrifying! I love the art with the roses and branches crown thing. I don't get the comic though :-(

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:19 PM

      Yes, I love fireflies. Something magical about them flitting about at dusk, and they feel like soft feathers when they brush against you. I have a theory that some reports of faerie encounters or sightings were actually fireflies back in the day.

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  20. ERKSeptember 16, 2018 at 1:27 AM

    Glad you are enjoying good weather! The way you described the weather makes me want to be at your place �� Those are some gorgougo artworks you featured! My particular favourites are Adrift and Ash Grey ��

    ERK @THE CONFUZZLED READER
    theconfuzzledreader.wordpress.com

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    1. GregSeptember 16, 2018 at 2:20 PM

      Aww I'm glad. I love capturing the feel of the seasons in words.

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  21. Evelina @ AvalinahsBooksSeptember 16, 2018 at 3:56 AM

    It's turning into the best season ever here too :) I hope you're enjoying Record of a Spaceborn Few!

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  22. Ronyell (a.k.a. Rabbitearsblog)September 16, 2018 at 4:21 AM

    Wow! Lots of great photos this week, especially the Winter Soldier folders! I want to join in some horror challenges too! Have a great weekend!

    Here’s my Sunday Post!

    Ronyell @ Rabbit Ears Book Blog and join in this week’s Book Photo Sundays and Cover Spotlight!

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  23. MellianeSeptember 16, 2018 at 4:25 AM

    Have a lovely week!

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  24. sjhigbeeSeptember 16, 2018 at 4:45 AM

    Yes... it's getting cooler here, too. Sadly:(. I'm glad you're enjoying Record of a Spaceborn Few so much - I need to get hold of this one, given I've enjoyed the previous two books so much.

    Once more, thank you so much for your wonderful selection of pics and have a great week, Greg.

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  25. StormiSeptember 16, 2018 at 6:28 AM

    Lots of cool art pics! I am really curious about The Unwanted Guest! Hope it's a good one!

    Stormi
    Week in Review

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  26. The BookwormSeptember 16, 2018 at 7:29 AM

    Yes to the way you describe 'the song of late summer'. I think I will do Fraterfest readathon as well next month. Have fun with it and enjoy your week!

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  27. Laurel-Rain SnowSeptember 16, 2018 at 8:05 AM

    Your images are kind of spooky today, with those flying creatures...LOL. I'm feeling the fear. Yikes!

    Ever since the first time I watched Hitchcock's Birds, I haven't liked anything that flies around.

    When I lived in the foothills, we had a border of Eucalyptus trees upon which crows would sit, like sentry, guarding us...or getting ready to attack.

    Enjoy your week. How did you like An Unwanted Guest?

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  28. Kimberly @ Caffeinated ReviewerSeptember 16, 2018 at 8:18 AM

    Sketch-a-day 051 is fantastic and creepy. WE had our fall weather in August and have been in the 90s this week with more of the same ahead. Hope your week is awesome Greg!

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  29. Mary KirklandSeptember 16, 2018 at 8:35 AM

    It's still been hot here. 101 today. It won't cool down here to where we can have the door open until next month. I love pretty much anything werewolf.

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  30. NicciSeptember 16, 2018 at 8:43 AM

    Those female winter soldier pictures are awesome! Your evenings sound idyllic. My evenings are filled with the screeches of a stressed parent (me, lol) trying to get my kid to brush his teeth and go to sleep at a reasonable hour! 😖

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  31. Tanya @ Girl Plus BooksSeptember 16, 2018 at 9:08 AM

    Cool breezes sounds heavenly about now, but oh so far away. We're having record high temps. It was 97 yesterday. Gah! The Turning pic is super creepy but I like it. Hope you have fun with Fraterfest. I've seen several people mention joining up while blog hopping this morning.

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  32. Beware Of The ReaderSeptember 16, 2018 at 10:27 AM

    OK Greg you do the Fraterfest and I do the Blogoween ;-) And I am waiting for your picture of Red Sonja Funko LOL Happy Sunday! Sophie ébewareofthereader

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  33. Lark @ The Bookwyrm's HoardSeptember 16, 2018 at 10:37 AM

    Cool weather would be so nice... The ten-day forecast is averaging highs in the 80s with tons of humidity for us. Oh, well, it's definitely better than the 90s of August!

    Love the genderbent Bucky/Winter Soldier cosplay from Pinterest. And the empathetic robot.

    Oh, and I can't wait to see what you have to say about monarchy in fantasy!

    Have a great week.

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  34. Sarah @ All The Book Blog Names Are TakenSeptember 16, 2018 at 11:13 AM

    I really like the empathetic robot, what a powerful image.

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  35. BlodeueddSeptember 16, 2018 at 11:35 AM

    Ohh Daybreak is pretty! I also like His Valley

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  36. crackercrumblifeSeptember 16, 2018 at 12:43 PM

    I am so glad that you are having such nice weather! I am ready for it over here. It has been near 90 degrees this weekend, it is so gross. Lol. It's wrecking my fall vibe with its July temps! :)

    An Unwanted Guest looks really good!!!

    Enjoy your week!

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  37. S. J. Pajonas (spajonas)September 16, 2018 at 12:46 PM

    I think today we are getting your good weather. I'm sitting outside enjoying some coffee on the deck and it's beautiful out! But it was cool and rainy and humid all week long. Boo!

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  38. Sherry JollySeptember 16, 2018 at 4:34 PM

    Loving the Dystopian Winterscape!

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  39. Michelle@Because ReadingSeptember 16, 2018 at 4:44 PM

    It's HOT like 90 hot and I can't stand it! I want cool weather. My daughters game today I got a SUNBURN! Like a serious summer SUNBURN! I want fall *stomps feet*

    I was planning this huge October thing and my slump totally killed it. I am planning to do it next year. I have a few fun things I want to do but I think we need a fun scary event for October. I might have to start brainstorming some ideas :)

    Have a great week, Greg! Happy Reading!

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  40. The Book DiscipleSeptember 16, 2018 at 5:00 PM

    I wish it would get cooler here! We get a slight cool down for a day, then BAM 90. I'm over it!

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  41. Aj @ Read All The Things!September 16, 2018 at 5:16 PM

    I’m joining Fraterfest! Maybe it’ll motivate me to get ahead on my Goodreads goal. I get all excited when I catch up, and then I’m suddenly behind again. Have a great week!

    Aj @ Read All The Things!

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  42. pussrebootsSeptember 16, 2018 at 10:17 PM

    I finally saw a couple movies: Love, Simon, and the Hamilton documentary. My weekly updates

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  43. Reading with JadeSeptember 17, 2018 at 5:28 AM

    Look forward to your review of An Unwanted Guest.

    Happy reading!!

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  44. Beth FSeptember 17, 2018 at 6:10 AM

    This is a stellar art week! Wow. Can't pick a favorite. Fraterfest sounds fun -- hope you get a lot of spooky reading done.

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  45. BarbSeptember 17, 2018 at 6:21 AM

    Glad your temps are more seasonable. It's not been bad here but the humidity was high this weekend. I'm gonna join Fraterfest too. Sounds fun. I love the artwork you chose this week - so dark!

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  46. KarenSeptember 17, 2018 at 8:17 AM

    Stop bragging about your cool breezes - we're sweltering here lol

    Karen @ For What It's Worth

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  47. AymeeSeptember 17, 2018 at 8:49 AM

    Oooh, An Unwanted Guest looks good! And I love the comic at the end - that cracked me up!

    My list!

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  48. Kathy MartinSeptember 17, 2018 at 9:18 AM

    Lovely art and lovely weather too. Come see my week here. Happy reading!

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  49. MysticaSeptember 17, 2018 at 9:39 AM

    I really would like to enjoy distinct seasons. Nothing like that in the tropics. For change, it is only rain and then no rain at all!

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  50. Gayathri LakshminarayananSeptember 17, 2018 at 11:33 AM

    The images you shared remind me why some people have Thalassophobia - Fear of Open water.

    Gayathri @ Elgee Writes

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  51. Perfectly TolerableSeptember 17, 2018 at 11:53 AM

    Oooh I love all the images you picked this week <3 especially the dragon ones!!

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  52. sherry fundinSeptember 17, 2018 at 1:52 PM

    Some great music to listen to while scrolling through all the goodness.
    sherry @ fundinmental Sunday Memes

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  53. Suzanne @ The Bookish LibraSeptember 17, 2018 at 3:39 PM

    Yeah for open windows and cool breezes. We aren't quite to that point yet here, but like you say, I can start to feel the change in the air.

    Oh and that one image would totally look right at home on The 100. Cool pic!

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  54. Katherine PSeptember 18, 2018 at 11:20 AM

    Gorgeous art and I love the book cover. I'd love to try some of these books and see if they live up to the dramatic covers! I was planning on doing a movie post this week and ended up cutting it. They take so much time and mine aren't nearly as involved as yours! Hope you're having a great week!

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  55. La La in the LibrarySeptember 18, 2018 at 11:57 AM

    You are great to read with, too! 🙌🙌🙌

    That second ice age image gave me the willies. I am not liking thinking about cold weather. Ugh. 😖

    I hope you are having a great week. 🌞

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  56. vvb32 readsSeptember 18, 2018 at 5:59 PM

    Got me curious about the Becky Chambers series. But I should probably start with the first book.

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  57. Natalie @Natflix&BooksSeptember 19, 2018 at 7:21 AM

    It's still pretty hot in my area, but it's supposed to cool down this weekend finally. I have The Unwanted Guest but haven't gotten to it yet. It looks like a good one. Happy reading!

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  58. Jen @ Star-Crossed Book BlogSeptember 19, 2018 at 12:13 PM

    Aw you're so lucky you have fireflies! I miss those, we don't have them out west unfortunately. And yay for cooler weather....we've been in high 30s at night and low 80s during the day and it's been perfect by Tahoe these last few weeks. ♥ Wishing you a wonderful week!
    Jen @ Star-Crossed Book Blog

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