A few more challenges have popped up recently and I’ve been debating on whether or not to join. Although I have a hard time completing them I definitely have fun joining and making lists so I’m taking the plunge and joining a few more.
First is the Everything Austen II Reading Challenge which Stephanie is hosting. I joined it last year and although I didn’t complete it, I had a lot of fun exploring Austen’s works via her books, films and even a couple of re-tellings.
I’d like to read Pride & Prejudice and see the movie (again!), read Sense & Sensibility and see the movie, and watch Lost in Austen and read Writing Jane Austen. I think even my mom is going to join me in this challenge.
Next is the Japanese Literature Challenge 4 hosted by Dolce Bellezza. I’m not sure if I’ve participated every year but I think this is one challenge I usually do finish. So, I’m signing up again. I’m not sure which book(s) I’ll read but I have books on my shelves by Haruki Murakami, Natsuo Kirino, Yukio Mishima, Banana Yoshimoto and Akira Yoshimura. I think I should be able to find something wonderful.
Finally, I couldn’t say no to Tamara’s and Karen’s Paris in July experience. I’ve always wanted to travel to France but so far it’s only been through movies and books. As France is still not in my travel plans I’ll settle for either a book by Anna Gavalda, or a mystery set in Paris and/or the Matisse exhibit in town (I must see this). So we’ll see how I choose to experience Paris in July.
I’m excited about all of these. How about you? Joined some new challenges?
Have fun with those challenges, Iliana! I look forward to reading all the reviews from you. 🙂
I am looking forward to Paris in July as well. Not 100% sure what I am going to post about, but I will find something I am sure!
Melody – Well, you know how behind I can get on reviews so don’t hold your breath! 🙂 I’m excited about them. I think it’ll be fun trying anyway!
Marg – Yay, glad to hear you are joining as well. I just saw another book on my bookshelf that would fit perfectly too so let’s see where my mood takes me. Enjoy!
Have fun with your challenges!
Have fun! The Paris one sounds interesting… I’ve read Ana Gavalda’s Hunting and Gathering and really liked it, have you read it?
I am having a minor challenge-fueled bout of angst here lately. I sign up for too many of them, set myself up to fail, then am tempted by more throughout the year. I am trying so hard not to succumb.
No new challenges for me. I have enought to contend with as it is. It would be really cool though if you could read a book set in Paris and then visit Paris. Germany and France are neighbors I’m sure you could pull it off 😉
What fun! I’m planning to read one of Cara Black’s mysteries for Paris in July as well; I’ve read the first one, which you’re eyeing, Murder in the Marais and enjoyed it, so I’m onto Murder in Belleville.
Thanks for posting about these challenges – I may have to join some myself!
Nymeth – Thanks, I’m gonna try 🙂
Joanna – I have read it and thought it was cute. Different from what I expected too so I’d really like to read something else by her.
Sandy – I hear you! I go through moments when I say “no more” but I just give in to the fun 🙂
Stefanie – That would be cool. And, I know, how is it that I’ve been to Germany so many times and still haven’t made it over to France?! Not enough vacation time that’s for sure 🙂
Buried In Print – Oh, I’m glad to hear you liked it. I’ve had that book on my shelves forever. This would be a great time to finally dip into it right?
Kirsten – Oh do, join the fun! 🙂
The way I look at is, as long as you’re having fun and you have good intentions, don’t worry about it if you don’t finish them.
Good luck, and have fun!
I’m so glad you’re in for the Japanese Literature Challenge 4! It shouldn’t be too taxing, with one book ‘required’, plus how wonderful is it to read some Murakami?! I’ll take any excuse for that!
I’m looking forward to Paris in July, too, coming back from the library today with several novels set in Paris. Woo hoo!
The Paris In July one does look good. I might have to join you for that one.
Good luck with your challenges! I never join them anymore since I never seem to keep up and resent having to read certain things if my mood isn’t right.
LALALALALALA!!!!!! I can’t look. I cannot join any more challenges! But I always want to. 😀
Anna – I totally agree! If it’s fun, why not 🙂
Bellezza – Thank you so much for hosting the challenge. It is always so fun and I can’t wait. I read one Murakami (for the 3rd challenge) last year and I wasn’t bowled over by it but I think it was my mood. I’ve loved his novels in the past so I definitely want to read more. Can’t wait to see which books you chose for the Paris challenge. By the way, I somehow had “lost” blog when you moved back to blogger! I plan to catch up on your posts soon 🙂
vivienne – Oh you have to! 🙂
Kathleen – I understand. I’m a very moody reader too which I’m sure is why I don’t finish challenges but I guess I haven’t gotten to the point where I just say no! haha…
andi – I know, it’s so hard to resist!
Iliana, we’re so exciting that you’ll be joining us for Paris in July. I’ll also see you over at the JLC4… Congrats also on your blogiversary!
happy reading, those sound like fun challenges 🙂
I’m so glad that you’ve decided to join Everything Austen II (and your Mom as well)!! Happy blogiversary by the way – love the new header!!