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Friday, December 6, 2019

Sunday Post #327


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Happy Christmas season everyone! Yes it is here and I am happy to report that I have started Christmas shopping. Yay me. And to everyone who's done already- boo!     

Thanks to everyone who shared favorite Christmas memories last week. That was fun! This week I was super excited to see one of my favorite graphic novel series continuing- the French/ Belgian series Return to Aldebaran was released recently. I had a blast revisiting these characters and my review will be Thursday. My reading is still in the hole unfortunately- I'm just not super motivated to pick up a book- but it's the holiday season so whatever.     
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Also this week I started The Stranded, a Thai series on Netflix. Anyone watching? 

Songs from the DeepReturn to Aldebaran: Episode 1

Song of the week


PULP COVER OF THE WEEK: 


NEW ARRIVAL/ UPCOMING REVIEWS:

The Perfect Wife

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43 comments:

  1. Shannon @ It Starts at MidnightDecember 6, 2019 at 7:34 PM

    I'm cackling at "Homicide Johnny" 😂😂😂 If I was ever a rouge killer, that's the kind of name I'd want bwhaha. And NO I am not watching Stranded because I am a failure. The Expanse is back next week I think! The real question is, will I manage to watch that? (Spoiler, probably not.) I love your excuse for not reading being "holiday season" like you couldn't possibly squeeze time in between your gig as actual Santa Claus 😂 Just like me with "sorry can't watch new shows because S4 just came back around and I just enjoy radiation fires too much". LOVE the deserted waters picture, too! And the cryo, but for the obvious reasons!

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  2. paperbackprincessDecember 6, 2019 at 8:56 PM

    I started Christmas shopping a long time ago, haha! I think I finished in October?! Look, I am just an anxious person who likes to get things done and out of the way!

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  3. BiblioSanctumDecember 6, 2019 at 10:03 PM

    D'oh, I missed all the Christmas stories last week because I was away on the road, but I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and yay, I'm definitely feeling the Christmas vibes in the air! And just how cool is that Back Home II pic! The perfect fantasy library looks like this :D

    ~Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum

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  4. BlodeueddDecember 7, 2019 at 1:42 AM

    I have to take a look at Stranded. Netflix is so hard, I mostly get xmas romance these days lol, all I see

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  5. Linda @ (un)Conventional BookwormsDecember 7, 2019 at 2:28 AM

    I have finally started buying Christmas presents, too! Thank goodness there's quite a few I can get online. I don't really have time to go downtown to go shopping for 'real'.
    Have a wonderful weekend, Greg!
    Linda @ (un)Conventional Bookworms

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  6. chucklesthescotDecember 7, 2019 at 2:42 AM

    I'm still struggling to get through the last of my reading for the year. My Goodreads target seems to be getting further away however hard I try!!!

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  7. Tammy SparksDecember 7, 2019 at 6:15 AM

    I'm hitting the shopping hard this weekend, and I'm also doing lots of online shopping this year. It's hard to believe Christmas is only a few weeks away 😬

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  8. KarenDecember 7, 2019 at 11:06 AM

    Will I ever read a book again Greg??? I. Don't. Know. lol I am perversely glad you are struggling too hahaha

    So...I did already finish and ship all my gifts. Except for Kevin but sometimes we buy one bigger gift to share so I need to see what we're doing this year.

    Karen @ For What It's worth

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  9. Samantha@WLABBDecember 7, 2019 at 4:18 PM

    Is anyone ever really done with Christmas shopping? I always feel like I am missing something. Good luck finding all the best gifts.

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  10. LauraDecember 7, 2019 at 9:53 PM

    I'm a bit behind on my Goodreads challenge for the first time. Need to add physical books I read. And I'm reading a lot but failing on writing those reviews. LOL

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  11. VerushkaDecember 8, 2019 at 1:44 AM

    Bad Kitty Cat *laughs* I will never tire of the covers you find! Sangre's cover does look luscious, and The Stranded... is dystopian? I don't like dystopia's but I am loving that Netflix's diversity in programming.

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  12. InkvotaryDecember 8, 2019 at 1:54 AM

    So far I´ve done no Christmas shopping. Just not in the mood for it. In fact, whenever I go grocery shopping and they play Christmas music I could go nuts. Oh well ... Have a great weekend and new week ahead, Greg.

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  13. AngelaDecember 8, 2019 at 4:29 AM

    Yay for getting your Christmas shopping started! I still have a couple people left, of course the hardest ones, my parents!

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  14. crackercrumblifeDecember 8, 2019 at 6:09 AM

    Lol I love the look of that book, Bad Kitty Cat.

    I always have a hard time focusing on reading this time of year! I get so distracted by everything else. :) Enjoy the holiday season, and yay for starting shopping! :)

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  15. StormiDecember 8, 2019 at 6:20 AM

    I am more a bah humbug than a yay Christmas, but that is just me. :) I liked your mini review and the artwork does look great. I am curious.

    Have a great week and happy reading!
    Stormi
    Week in Review

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  16. Aj @ Read All The Things!December 8, 2019 at 6:53 AM

    I started my Christmas shopping too. I love buying presents for people and go way overboard with it. Have a great week!

    Aj @ Read All The Things!

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  17. the bookwormDecember 8, 2019 at 7:59 AM

    Yay Happy Christmas season. I did some of my shopping but I still have more to do. Love the Peanuts gif :) Enjoy your week ahead!

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  18. Natalie @Natflix&BooksDecember 8, 2019 at 8:31 AM

    I haven't even started Christmas shopping. I need to get on it. Hope you get over the slump soon!

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  19. Kristin (Book Sniffers Anonymous)December 8, 2019 at 10:45 AM

    I wish I was done shopping for the holidays. I need to ship all my gifts across the country, which means I should probably get my rear in gear. LoL

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  20. La La in the LibraryDecember 8, 2019 at 11:01 AM

    I am finished with my Christmas shopping! Ha ha. I'm just waiting for the last of it to come in the mail. 😇

    Thanks for the ambient! 🚀

    I love Coming Home II. I would love a sunny room in the clouds. ☁☁

    Have a wonderful new week! 🌞

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    1. GregDecember 8, 2019 at 5:51 PM

      You are welcome. Glad you like the ambient- I never know if anyone does, but I like 'em so I include 'em lol.

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  21. Beware Of The ReaderDecember 8, 2019 at 11:26 AM

    Greg I think one day you'll just have to visit Belgium and I'll go with you on a tour of our book shops specialized in graphic books!

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    1. GregDecember 8, 2019 at 5:51 PM

      Right? I'd probably go CRAZY in those shops!

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  22. Mary KirklandDecember 8, 2019 at 1:07 PM

    Happy Christmas season. I have my tree up and the apartment is decorated.

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  23. Jessica at Booked JDecember 8, 2019 at 1:10 PM

    I've actually been eying The Stranded all day! I was curious about it but then my brain pooped out on me and now I'm like, eh, I don't have the energy to start you right now. BUT, I am still staring longingly at it and will probably start it at some point this week. Hope the week ahead treats you well!

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    1. GregDecember 8, 2019 at 5:50 PM

      I know the feeling! Do I start this show, and do I really feel like it lol? I'm two episodes into The Stranded but last night I tried Immortals, which is a vamp show, and I... kinda like it??

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  24. sjhigbeeDecember 8, 2019 at 1:18 PM

    I've only just started Christmas shopping, too! And that blonde beauty on the cover of Homicide Johnny - is it just me, or is she a dead ringer for a younger Meryl Streep? Have a great week, Greg!

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  25. Maureen's BooksDecember 8, 2019 at 1:19 PM

    I'm so excited about Christmas! I just love this time of year! We got our Christmas tree today and I'm so ready to start decorating! LOL!!
    Have a great week and happy reading!

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  26. Nicole @ Feed Your Fiction AddictionDecember 8, 2019 at 2:35 PM

    I'm definitely not finished with my Christmas shopping, so you're not alone!

    Nicole @ Feed Your Fiction Addiction

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  27. S. J. Pajonas (spajonas)December 8, 2019 at 4:33 PM

    Great choices of art this week!

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  28. Suzanne @ The Bookish LibraDecember 8, 2019 at 4:40 PM

    I just started my shopping this week too, so you are definitely not alone, lol.

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  29. Tracy December 8, 2019 at 7:49 PM

    Oh no, reading slumps are the worst! I hope you find your book motivation soon! Gorgeous art this week!

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  30. shelleyrae @ book'd outDecember 9, 2019 at 12:22 AM

    I’ve barely done any Christmas shopping.

    Wishing you a great reading week

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  31. Tanya @ Girl Plus BooksDecember 9, 2019 at 3:02 AM

    Glad to know I'm not the only one who is just starting Christmas shopping. I see all these people who are like "oh, I finished weeks ago" and and I cannot relate. LOL I fell you on the lack of reading. I just have not been in the mood to read lately. It's such a busy season so I'm sure once all the holiday craziness passes I'll be right back at it.

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  32. Beth FDecember 9, 2019 at 5:39 AM

    Both pulp covers are a hoot. Deserted Waters is my favorite image this week. BTW: We're not done shopping either.

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  33. BarbDecember 9, 2019 at 6:10 AM

    I hadn't even heard of The Stranded but after watching that trailer, I need to check it out. We spend most of our movie time this weekend watching V Wars. Only two episodes left but I'm really enjoying it. And I ADORE seeing Snoopy and the gang. I actually just grabbed a new Snoopy ornament this weekend.

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  34. Tina TBR EtcDecember 9, 2019 at 8:29 AM

    JP Delaney's book sounded so compelling but I still havent made my way around to it!

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  35. Bark At The GhoulsDecember 9, 2019 at 10:07 AM

    I love those old timey crime covers so much!

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  36. Roberta R.December 9, 2019 at 12:52 PM

    I'm a Grinch...and I don't even have enough money to treat myself - so no Christmas shopping for me. I hope yours goes smoothly!

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  37. Laura at Library of Clean ReadsDecember 9, 2019 at 4:26 PM

    The Stranded looks intense! Enjoy your viewing and I hope you get the desire to pick up a book soon. :-)

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  38. LynnDecember 10, 2019 at 1:23 PM

    I love that home picture with the crazy gorgeous library.
    And,nope, still not started Christmas shopping - loads of time *gulps*
    Lynn :D

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  39. Olivia's CatastropheDecember 20, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    I'm not doing christmas presents this year so no shopping for me! But I relate actually - toward the end of the year my reading mood always dwindles and I let myself get distracted by other things instead :)

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