Throwback Thursday

So for Throwback Thursday, I will feature books from mine and featured authors childhood or past.  I'm a huge children's book fanatic being a teacher and all, so this is going to be a lot of fun to go back and look at things that we use to love.

For my first post, I will talk about one of my favorite books from when I was growing up.  I remember I couldn't wait for Library to come around in rotation each week at school.  I would rush to the library to check out, The Jolly Postman.  I absolutely loved that book.  I loved looking at all the little surprises in each of the envelops through the book.

Now looking back, the story line is really adorable.  The Jolly Postman is traveling through all of the nursery rhymes and delivering letters to all the characters.  The little pull out letters and surprises are so fitting to each character and it makes reading so much fun.

While I was searching for an image to post, I came across The Jolly Christmas Postman.  I never seen that one so I will be investing in that very soon!!  I will make sure to have both on hand for my daughter to be able to enjoy when she gets a little bit older.  This is one of my favorite stories from growing up!!!

What was your favorite book growing up?  Leave it in the comments below!!  

Happy Reading Book Nerd

Watch Out Wednesday

So for these posts, Watch Out Wednesday, I will discuss upcoming events, book releases, cover reveals, etc.  Here is where you will find all things up and coming for the blog, Facebook page, or for the featured Author of the week.

For today's post, I will be briefly stating  what is to come to Book Nerd 101.  I have been promoting my booty off trying to get authors to spotlight on my blog for each week of the year.  I have scheduled 3 wonderful women so far and I have 4 more getting dates set.  I'm really excited to be able to help out and work on my blog and reading at the same time!!  If anyone reading this would like to be feature for a FREE, Week Long Promotional spot on this blog and my Facebook Page, please feel free to contact me!!  Please share with your friends!!

Well I hope everyone is having a great week so far!!

Happy Reading Book Nerds 

Turn It Up Tuesday- What I'm listening to

Well this is definitely going to be my favorite day of the week.  I am such a huge music junkie.  I can't go a day without listening to some kind of music.  I am interested in learning what songs inspire others to write or songs that remind the authors about their characters or books.

So, on Tuesdays, I will be posting playlists, videos, song lyrics, etc.  This day is all about music!!  So please sit back and enjoy!!

This week, I am dedicating this post to one of my new favorite artists, Jon Bellion.  Yes, I know, I'm probably late to the game and no, I'm not hopping any bandwagons or saying I've been a fan from the beginning.  My sister played one of his songs for me and I fell in love.  I haven't stopped listening to him since!!  There are so many great songs, but I am just going to post my top 3 favorite ones.


3. Run Wild

The Making of Run Wild by Jon Bellion 

2. Jungle

Jungle by Jon Bellion

1. One More Time

The Making of One More Time by Jon Bellion

One More Time by Jon Bellion 

(Just because he looks so adorable in this video)

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Meet an Author Monday

So since I threw this all together last minute this weekend, the only way to accomplish anything in my world, lol.....I do not have a post from a specific author this week.  However, normally on Mondays, I will schedule an Author to spotlight and promote anything they want to share on my blog for the week.  I am in search for Authors to participate as I type this....So far, I've had zero luck....Hopefully I get some interested takers soon so I don't have to make up this section.....Hmmmm, Make up Monday.....Well at least I have a back up plan, hahaha

Seriously though I am really excited to start working closely with established and up and coming authors, I don't discriminate......I love helping anyone who is interested!!

So for this installment of Meet an Author Monday, I thought I would introduce myself again!!

My love and I ~ 10-20-13 and beyond 

My name is Leah and I have been blogging, not religiously but, for about 3 years now.  When I first started, I had such a fantastic time meeting new people and discovering all the amazing talent that it is out there....Life threw me a few curve balls and I kind of fell off the map of promotions and what nots.  I tried several times to come back but nothing was picking up and I was getting discouraged. However, this time I am determined to stick with it, no matter the outcome, because reading makes me feel good and helping out makes me feel even better.  So even if I read a million wonderful stories and only help 1 author, I will feel like I have accomplished what I set out to do.

I am a teacher and I absolutely love what I do.  If it weren't for teaching, I would go insane in a normal 9 to 5 job.  I love not knowing what to expect each day and loving ever second of the random outburst from the little ones.  They keep my days interesting and my life a little brighter. I wanted to be a teacher from when I was 7 years old and I wasn't going to stop until I reached my goal.  I am working on getting my own classroom.  One day my dream will be complete, but for now I am definitely enjoying the journey and all the experiences!!

Well I said life threw me some curve balls.....Well the best one thus far was the birth of my little princess.  I recently became a mommy and it is the best position I've ever had.  She means the world to me and I would be completely lost without her.  She makes my dark days bright and my bright days brighter.  In her few shorts months that she has been in my life, I can't imagine how I survived without her.  She has shown me what true unconditional love truly means.  She makes me want to be a better person each day to provide her with the world.  She was my push to get back to my hobby of reading and be able to do things that make me happy!!

Well that's all for now.....I hope I get to meet you one day!! :)



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First Installment.....What's the Scoop Sunday

So for my first installment of "What's the Scoop Sunday", I'm going to explain what this post will entail each week so you know what to look for.

Each Sunday, I will post what I plan to read for the week or progress I am making on my current reads.  I'm going to try to read at least once a day, if time allows.  I'm going to set a goal of reading at least 2 books a week.  I may not be able to finish both within the week, but I'm going to try to read as much as possible.  On this post, I'd love to hear what you are reading and progress that you have made.  If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at any time!!


Let's get this party started.....

So this week, I am planning on finishing up Tasting Never by C.M. Stunich.  So far, 52% complete, I am loving it.  It has great action chapters right in the begining and the chemistry of the characters just draw the reader in.  I will defineily be posting a review once I finish.  If you are interested in reading Tasting Never, click the links below to get your copy today!!

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Goodreads

The second book I plan on reading is the next book in the Tasting Never series, Finding Never.  Hopefully I will be able to complete both by the end of the week so I can post both reviews on Saturday!!  If you are interested in reading Finding Never, click the links below to get your copy today!!

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Goodreads

Thanks for visiting my blog.  Let me know if you have or are going to read either of these books.  I love book chat!!


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I think I can, I think I can...REVAMP

Now that I am trying to revamp this page, I want to bring back my daily postings and see if I can actually keep up with it this time around.

I'm really excited to be back into reading and I would really like to see this page take off.  My main goal is to help as many indie authors that I can and spread the word about great books. I also want to review as many books as I can and spotlight upcoming and established authors, as well as bloggers, reviewers, beta readers, etc.  I really want this to be a one stop, all reading blog, with a few added surprises here and there.

My main goal for getting back into reading, aside from the fact that I love it, is that I want to instill reading into my daughter's life.  She just recently turned 3 months old and she is the center of my universe.  I really want to show her now, even at such a young age, how important and fun reading can be.  I've started her library from before she was even born and now she has a ton of books.  She loves story time and I want her to really enjoy reading as she continues to grow.  So I figure, what better way to show her how to love reading, than to read myself.  Furthermore, if I'm going to be reading again, I definitely want to start blogging and promoting again!!

I have to say, my 1st year of promoting and blogging was so amazing.  I talked to so many amazing authors, that I now consider my friends.  I also read some amazing books and got hooked on some killer series.  I've really missed that escape from reality.  I also miss finding out the latest releases and keeping up on the up and coming.  So since I am coming up on my 3 year blogiversary

I'd really like to get the ball rolling!!

So now here are some ideas I have for daily postings: 

Sunday - What's the Scoop Sunday (This will be about what books I plan to be reading or the progress I am making and hints about who will be in the spotlight this week) 

Monday - Meet an Author Monday (A posting from the author of the week....It can contain promotional things, giveaways, an interview, bio, etc.  You never know what you will learn about some of your favorite authors or maybe an author you never heard of)

Tuesday - Turn it up Tuesday (This will be a post about music that provokes an emotion from me.  It can be the background music, the sound of the singers voice, instruments, the lyrics, or even the background story.  Some of these songs may remind me of a book or a character, or they just may be my flavor of the week.  Videos and lyrics will be posted if possible and maybe even info about the artist) 

Wednesday - Watch Out Wednesday (Here is where I will post any promotional things for the week.  Maybe a new release that may be coming out, cover reveal, teaser, etc.  Anything that I find exciting to be happening in the upcoming days or weeks)

Thursday - Throwback Thursday (Here I will highlight some of my favorite stories from when I was little or books that I have read in the past that hold a special place in my heart)

Friday - Favorite Things Friday (Here I will post things that are my favorite....it can be just about anything)

Saturday - Sum it up Saturday (Here is where I will recap all that has happened during the week and where I will leave any reviews that I may have.  I may also have giveaways posted here once I start getting donations and what nots) 

So I really hope this works out this time.  If you or someone you know would like to be spotlighted on this blog, have a book that needs a review, other ideas for daily postings, things you want to see on the blog/Facebook page, or anything else I can help out with book promotions or book related services, please contact me at booknerd101@live.com, comment here, or hit me up on Facebook: Book Nerd 101

Can't wait to get started!!!

Happy Reading Book Nerds

Can it be....

Well let's try this again....Since my second comeback didn't turn out the way I wanted it to, I'm going to try and give this another go.  I'm a new mama so life is blissfully hectic and I really wouldn't have it any other way.  I can't imagine my life without my mini.  She is so amazing!!

Well I really want to get back into reading and get this blog and Facebook page up and running again.  I really can't guarantee daily, weekly, or even monthly updates, but I will do my best to be able to keep up with things that come my way!!

Please feel free to contact me with whatever promoting or reviewing that you may need and I will do my best to keep up!!  Here's to you Book Nerds!!