Hello, friends! It's been pretty quiet around here on the blog lately... I'm so sorry I have yet to finish writing/posting Maya's story and there hasn't been much to check out here! It's been a busy season full of changes for Josh and I, including a move this month from Montana to Eastern Washington. (Bittersweet, for sure, but we're hopeful this will be a good next step for us!)
While I don't expect to start posting all the time, I really want to host another read-along this autumn. :) And with Christy by Catherine Marshall being 46 chapters, it should fit perfectly into October and the first half of November, before Thanksgiving and the holidays arrive. Yay!
This is a book I've tried starting before but haven't finished, and I'd like to change that! (I confess I'm a big fan of the TV series from the '90s.) Whether you're in a similar place, wanting to read a classic you've never completed before, or you're looking for an excuse to re-read an old favorite, I'd love for you to join me in reading and discussing Christy. :)
Here are the details...
- The read-along will start Tuesday, October 1, and end Friday, November 15.
- We'll read 1 chapter per day for a total of 46 chapters/days. Hopefully I did my math right!
- Discussions will take place here on Fridays (October 4, 11, 18, 25, and November 1, 8, 15) for a total of 7 discussions.
- I'll provide ideas and questions, and you can take part through commenting on my discussion posts or creating your own blog posts!
Here are some examples of past read-alongs I've hosted: Persuasion, Northanger Abbey, Emma, Pride & Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Sense & Sensibility, The Silver Chair, Emily of New Moon.
It's always such a blast to read a book with blogging friends and share thoughts and impressions! Let me know if you'll be joining this read-along by commenting below or posting on your blog. (Feel free to use the image in this post and share it wherever you'd like!)
It's always such a blast to read a book with blogging friends and share thoughts and impressions! Let me know if you'll be joining this read-along by commenting below or posting on your blog. (Feel free to use the image in this post and share it wherever you'd like!)
8 comments:
I'm in. I've been meaning to read this one for years. It was my mom's favorite book. I figure it's time I've read it.
I read Christy for the first time this year, and I loved it!! I would join, but I'm not ready for a re-read quite yet. I might join in on some discussions though. I hope you have fun!
Your read-alongs are always so much fun! And like Emily of New Moon, this is one that I've never read before! I'll definitely be joining in. I was just trying to figure out what I was going to read and blog about for October!
Carissa,
So glad you're joining! And that's so special that Christy was your mom's favorite book. ♥ I'm totally with you in having wanted to read this for years; I just haven't been motivated enough to finish it. But I hope we can enjoy it together! :)
~Amber
Kami,
I'm thrilled to hear you loved it! And totally understandable that this would be a bit too soon for a re-read. :) But I would love to have you jump in on any of the discussions!
Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting!
~Amber
MovieCritic,
Aww, I'm so happy you enjoy the read-alongs, friend! I always love having you participate! I'm glad you'll be taking part in this one. :) And yay that the timing was perfect for you too!
~Amber
I'm in! Sorry I'm a bit late in responding :) I have read CHRISTY several times over the years and it is one of my favorites so I can't wait to see what everyone thinks!
Julie,
Yay!! No need to apologize; the read-along is just getting started. :) (And I announced it pretty close to its start date too!) So fun to know Christy is a favorite for you, and I'm looking forward to discussing the book with you!
~Amber
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