I am in a story drought. It's not just a reading drought, it's an everything drought. TV this year has been so bad (with a few exceptions) and some of it so so bad that I almost question my defense of TV as a story-telling medium. I haven't been able to get past page 3 of a book for ages, and trust me, I know three pages is not really much time to give a book, but it's like...every book I pick up I question why I thought it was a good idea to read in the first place. Even the movies I've watched lately have been uninspiring. I'm basically pinning ALL OF MY HOPES on Code Name Verity and I'm slightly terrified I won't love it like everyone else, but oh internets, I hope I do since almost all of my favorite bookish people do! I'm just slightly nervous because it's always hard to read a much hyped book when your current state of mind is the fear that you will never love a book ever again.
I'm kind of tired of hearing about The Avengers. I thought it was a fun movie, and I enjoyed it, but I'm sort of amazed at just how much discussion can spring up around it. I mean it's almost baffling! Really serious stuff and more lighthearted fannish glee, but I just can't....like I can't care enough to even think about the movie in those terms at all, it was pure escapist fun. It's making me feel a bit of disconnect with the thinking world around me but also makes me sad because (see above paragraph) I can't remember the last time something just took me by surprise and really excited me in that positive way that made me want to write/think about it. I guess I just feel uninspired.
But wait! There's good news! Beth Kephart is now on Twitter! This is very exciting, because now I can pester her at all times. There are just a few holdouts in my life that I want to get on Twitter.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
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Logging you in...
I'm keeping my fingers crossed that you love CNV too, though you shouldn't feel bad if you don't (easier said than done, I know). I should warn you that the book starts slowly, so if it doesn't grab you right away and you don't want to force it in your current state of mind, do give it a chance some day in the future. I'm really sorry about the story drought and hope it passes soon :\
argh! Well thanks for letting me know :)
Sit back, relax, and stop pressuring yourself. The right book/TV show will come at the right time.
aw thanks Kathy. You're right I'm thinking I just need to do something totally different for awhile.
Aww I'm sorry about your drought too. I hear so many good things about Codename that I'm sure you've got better than a 50/50 chance of finding it breaks your slump.
I feel you, Amy. I have had some setbacks and concentration problems lately, and haven't been able to read for long stretches, which is just driving me nuts. I know that this will pass, but I have been dealing with it for such a long time! I wish you well, and hope that you find something that totally rocks your world, and if you are looking for something fun to watch, might I suggest GCB? It's a little offensive at times, but it makes me laugh when nothing else does.
I really can relate you reading wise, ive started and discarded so many books and kind of feel like ive read TOO much. It will pass.
AVENGERS! Yes its been everywhere.For us comic fans its the excitement of seeing something we loved in print for so long adapted so perfectly. Yes we are quite giddy but we will calm down soon ;)
AVENGERS! Yes its been everywhere.For us comic fans its the excitement of seeing something we loved in print for so long adapted so perfectly. Yes we are quite giddy but we will calm down soon ;)
aw I don't begrudge your enthusiasm, I just don't share it. :)
I hope it passes! I feel like these spells happen more and more lately.
I hope it passes! I feel like these spells happen more and more lately.
You know me, I'm in a funk right now too. There's just not much really happening that's making things compelling. In my favor are the numerous picture books I keep finding and falling in love with, but that's probably not going to help you much. On the other hand I have to say that the lack I keep discovering in my YA reading & TV watching has been made up by some really good MG reading. Do you read many MG novels? I've really enjoy a few as of late and they usually are pretty quick, so that may get you through for a while.
A Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom by Christopher Healy was really good and also if you haven't read Breadcrumbs by Anne Ursu you might try that.
Have you read the Birthmarked series by Caragh M. O'Brien? It's a YA dystopian that you might enjoy.
Good luck! I keep hoping things get better with TV & books, but I guess we get to wait until the Fall for a lot of that unfortunately. Oh, but So You Think You Can Dance is on next week! Although, I know that's not exactly your thing either. Sorry! Maybe pick up a few picture books...there good for some laughs right? :oP
A Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom by Christopher Healy was really good and also if you haven't read Breadcrumbs by Anne Ursu you might try that.
Have you read the Birthmarked series by Caragh M. O'Brien? It's a YA dystopian that you might enjoy.
Good luck! I keep hoping things get better with TV & books, but I guess we get to wait until the Fall for a lot of that unfortunately. Oh, but So You Think You Can Dance is on next week! Although, I know that's not exactly your thing either. Sorry! Maybe pick up a few picture books...there good for some laughs right? :oP
I don't really watch SYTYCD, but maybe I should try! :)
I haven't read much MG lately, but thanks for the recs, they may just be what I need!
I haven't read much MG lately, but thanks for the recs, they may just be what I need!
Middle grade books are a great way to break a funk! Nice! But the real reason I'm commenting on someone else's comment - SYTYCD is lots of fun. You and I have similar taste in TV, and this show is one of my favorites!
Did you watch "Smash" at all? LOVED that TV show... I don't watch TV, really, but I soooo got into this show... dropped everything to watch it every Monday night! ;)
aw! I tried to watch it but it wasn't really my thing. i don't know I guess I have odd things that appeal to me. :)
I hope Code Name Verity is the righgt book for you at this time. Like Ana, I have to warn you that it starts slow and that the true genius mostly comes out after the half way point. It might not be the perfect book for you right now, but I hope if it doesn't grab you you will give it another chance in the future.
I agree about the disappointment of TV in general. I have been watching Once Upon a Time this past week and it's making me want to read fairytales as I never really did that much as a child. The serie feels a little slow at times though, as not every episode makes sense in the long story being told. But I do find it fairly entertaining.
As for the Avengers movie, I couldn't agree more (I have a feeling I mentioned this to you before?) Then again, I have never read the comics so perhaps there has just been less build-up for me. I discussed it with Bas, and we agree that it was a good and enjoyable movie, (much MUCH better than all the movies featuring single characters last year) but it's still kind of.. "just a movie", if that makes sense?
Anyway, I hope something makes you feel better soon. And perhaps not trying to overthink/worry about it is the best way to go for now (though I know that is easier said than done). *hugs*
I agree about the disappointment of TV in general. I have been watching Once Upon a Time this past week and it's making me want to read fairytales as I never really did that much as a child. The serie feels a little slow at times though, as not every episode makes sense in the long story being told. But I do find it fairly entertaining.
As for the Avengers movie, I couldn't agree more (I have a feeling I mentioned this to you before?) Then again, I have never read the comics so perhaps there has just been less build-up for me. I discussed it with Bas, and we agree that it was a good and enjoyable movie, (much MUCH better than all the movies featuring single characters last year) but it's still kind of.. "just a movie", if that makes sense?
Anyway, I hope something makes you feel better soon. And perhaps not trying to overthink/worry about it is the best way to go for now (though I know that is easier said than done). *hugs*
Aw yes we are kindred spirits on The Avengers movie! That's exactly how I feel. :)
I tried OUAT and didn't really get into it but I'm glad so many other people enjoy the show!
I've put off reading Code Name Verity due to y'all's feedback---I don't want to not like it for the wrong reasons. :)
I tried OUAT and didn't really get into it but I'm glad so many other people enjoy the show!
I've put off reading Code Name Verity due to y'all's feedback---I don't want to not like it for the wrong reasons. :)
I hope you find something to break the drought soon! Very little is more frustrating than not being able to get into a book. I loved Code Name Verity but I agree with the previous commenters - it's not that fast a start, and its brilliance is slowly revealed.
I also pretty much agree about the Avengers movie. It was great fun to watch, and I love Iron Man in it in particular, but I'm not sure the massive amount of enthusiasm and multiple watchings suits my own opinion of it.
I also pretty much agree about the Avengers movie. It was great fun to watch, and I love Iron Man in it in particular, but I'm not sure the massive amount of enthusiasm and multiple watchings suits my own opinion of it.
I loved Iron Man in particular too! :)
As an expert on drought, I suggest that they happen for a reason. They're no accident.
You are not alone! I can honestly say that I have read the first 20-30 pages of at least 10 movels in the last two weeks...and finished NOT A ONE. Not to mention, If one more person interrupts me to ask me if I read "50 Shades of Grey" I'm going to scream! Ugh.
I am happy to report that I actually read 120 pages of a book today...this is big news! DEFENDING JACOB. It's going to break the losing streak, I can feel it!
I have a feeling Code Name Verity is going to be your Defending Jacob. Good luck, Amy!!
I am happy to report that I actually read 120 pages of a book today...this is big news! DEFENDING JACOB. It's going to break the losing streak, I can feel it!
I have a feeling Code Name Verity is going to be your Defending Jacob. Good luck, Amy!!
You couldn't pester me if..you...tried......
And Code Name Verity is getting rocking reviews!!
And Code Name Verity is getting rocking reviews!!
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