Tag Archives: Fun

02.16.19
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Tag #72: Dreamy Book Covers Tag

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Thanks, Jenna, for tagging me! After reading this post, go and check out Jenna’s amazing blog, Bookmark Your Thoughts!

Here’s the link to Jenna’s post, where I was tagged:

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I discovered I did this tag way, way back in March 2017. I think this was right after Tiana first posted it. But, I’m happy to do it again! And Jenna was so sweet to tag me!

Here’s the link to my first post:

The Rules

  1. Thank the lovely person who tagged you, spread the love.
  2. Mention Tiana @ The Book Raven as the creator of this book tag.
  3. Use the original tag image in your post. (However, feel free to add whatever other graphics your heart desires.)
  4. At least tag 1 fellow blogger for this tag.
  5. List the rules.

No Ideas but in Things

A book cover that perfectly expresses the novel inside it.

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Catching Fire, Suzanne Collins.

The colors symbolize fire, and the mockingjay is a significant symbol on its own.

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Dark and Lovely

A book cover that is so creepalicious you just want to eat it up.

Fallible Justice, Laura Laakso.

I was so thrilled to receive this book as an ARC. I was definitely skeptical at first, but this cover drew me in almost immediately.

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Sugar Sweet

A cute cover that is so fluffy you want to give it a hug.

Love and Loyalty

Love and Loyalty: A Felicity Classic 1, Valerie Tripp

How could you not love a girl and her horse?

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The Simplistic Aesthetic

A book cover that stuns with the most minimalistic of design.

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Columbine, Dave Cullen.

I really to need to re-read this and review it for the blog. I had the opportunity to listen to Dave Cullen lecture at my university, and then I interviewed him about the lecture and the book for the student newspaper. It was such a powerful experience. He also signed my copy.

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Cover Envy

A book cover you wish you had on your shelves, but don’t yet.

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On The Come Up, Angie Thomas.

I just bought The Hate U Give during my most recent trip to Barnes & Noble, so this is a lesson in patience.

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Travelling Abroad

A beautiful book cover featuring a country outside of your own.

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Anna and the French Kiss, Stephanie Perkins.

I love the Eiffel Tower! Plus, I’ve heard so many good things about this book. I think it’s time I add it to my upcoming TBR.

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The Color Wheel

A cover that showcases one of your favorite colors.

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Emerald Green, Kerstin Gier.

This is gorgeous! I think I need to further investigate this book, and the other two in its trilogy …

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Switching Gears

A cover change that you absolutely adore.

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To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee.

I love the cover change for the 50th Anniversary of the book’s publication.

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Oldie but Good

A favorite book cover of your favorite classic.

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The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald.

This was the cover that drew me in, that started it all. I was assigned to read Gatsby in 12th grade, and I fell head over heels. I was drawn into Fitzgerald’s own world as well, and wrote a research paper that year on his other books and his experiences as an American expatriate.

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And the winner is…

Which cover mentioned above is your favorite?

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This one. It’s just gorgeous. I’m definitely looking closer at this book, and the Ruby Red Trilogy.

Tag – You’re It!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.16.19
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Writing Prompt #181: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 16)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 16 – Your favorite classic

Fantasia (1940)

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It’s so hard to pick a favorite!

I love this movie. The classical music alone, mostly performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra, is top-notch. My favorite segments are The Sorceror’s Apprentice and Night on Bald Mountain. I clearly remember both of them frightening me at first, but as I gained a greater appreciation for both classical music and animation, I fell in love.

I was in orchestra for eight years, from fifth grade through high school. We learned to play several pieces featured in the movie. To this day, I think my favorite is Night on Bald Mountain.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.15.19
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Writing Prompt #180: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 15)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 15 – The first movie you saw

At home – Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)

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In the theater – This is more of a challenge. I want to say Pocahontas (1995), but it may have actually been Hercules (1997).

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Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.14.19
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Writing Prompt #179: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 14)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 14 – Your favorite kiss

Ellie and Carl Fredericksen, Up (2009)

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I’m already tearing up. The first 10 minutes of Up evoke so many emotions!

It’s clear Ellie and Carl were meant for each other. I smile when I think of their wedding day and this kiss, because it’s a sweet, wonderful moment of happiness and pure joy.

I won’t spoil it for those who may not have seen it, but you’ve been warned. Have tissues ready.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.13.19
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Writing Prompt #178: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 13)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 13 – Your least favorite song

“Let It Go” from Frozen (2013)

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It was symbolic in the movie. I downloaded it on my phone. Now, I can’t stand to listen to it. Idina Menzel is a good singer, don’t get me wrong. But give me a song from Wicked any day. Not this.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.12.19
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Writing Prompt #177: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 12)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 12 – Your favorite villain song

“The Mob Song” from Beauty and The Beast (1991)

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This song. It struck absolute fear in me. Every scene associated with this song is hate-filled, angered, and frightening. But, at the same time, it’s one of the most memorable ones I know.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.11.19
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Writing Prompt #175: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 11)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 11 – Your favorite love song

“Can You Feel The Love Tonight” from The Lion King (1994)

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I’m pretty sure this is one of the first songs I memorized from a Disney movie. My parents still have The Lion King soundtrack on CD, and I have fond memories of listening to it and singing along with my mom in the car.

This is one of those songs that gives me chills at the start. I’m pretty sure I learned to play it in orchestra class at one point, too. It’s hard to believe this year is the 25th Anniversary of the movie!

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.10.19
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Writing Prompt #174: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 10)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 10 – Your favorite song

“Friend Like Me” from Aladdin (1992)

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This is one of the most fun and entertaining Disney songs. It’s a feast for the eyes, too. And, it’s Robin Williams, for heaven’s sake. I miss his talent every day.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.09.19
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Writing Prompt #173: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 9)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 9 – Your favorite original character

Snow White!

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My parents still have the VHS copy of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) This was the movie I watched over and over when I was younger. I know I had a Snow White dress, and I daydreamed about living in the forest and taking care of all the animals.

As a girl, I wanted everything that Snow White had: The cottage in the woods, the pretty dress, the singing voice, the animal friends. The dwarfs were mostly sweet, but quite a handful! I was scared of her stepmother, the Queen, and the dark scenes. I don’t remember having nightmares over it, but it still scared me every time I watched it.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

02.08.19
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Writing Prompt #172: “30 Day Disney Challenge” (Day 8)

30 Day Disney Challenge

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Day 8 – Your favorite villain

Jafar!

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Aladdin (1992) is by far one of my favorite Disney movies. I watched it over and over as a kid, and my parents still have the VHS tape.

If I remember correctly, Jafar was one of the first characters that I was truly scared of. His voice got into my head, and I had a few nightmares, too.

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I didn’t know who Jonathan Freeman was for years, but his voice haunted me. I hated how mean and evil he was! In my younger years, I recognized pretty quickly that he was greedy, power-hungry, and wanted Princess Jasmine all to himself. Not cool!

I remember watching The Return of Jafar (1994) a few times, and I think we had it on VHS. But it wasn’t as great as the original movie.

Come back tomorrow for a new post!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂