Around the Year in 52 Books discussion

I read Dumplin' by Julie Murphy
I saw this on a summer reading list last year and thought it would be a good contemporary. I enjoyed it but thought the author was going to take it a different direction than she did.
In the summer, I like to read in a lawn chair on my back porch.
Travel and work will take up my summertime.
I think I read heavier books in the winter under a warm blanket.

- What are you reading this week?
I read Sorcerer to the Crown - Zen Cho
- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
As it is, in fact, Winter here in Australia, it was very much indoors, often in bed under many blankets. Sometimes on the train on my way to & from university.
- What do summers usually look like for you?
In the peak of summer, air-conditioners are my life savers. Thankfully at least in Melbourne we don't get too much humidity along with our heat because I would be dead by now haha.
- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
I don't think so? I probably read more books during Summer though, but that would be because I have more time because it's holidays.

Progress Post:
- What are you reading this week? The Royal We

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading? In bed. I just moved Wednesday and I think I'm going to read outside alot more now that I'm in a house.

- What do summers usually look like for you?
Pretty much the same as the rest of the year, just hotter. I knit alot during the summer- where I used to live had a county fair in the summer so I was always working on something for that.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
My book club always read a thick classic novel in the summer, so there is that. Otherwise, not. Although I will say amongst the stress and exhausting of moving multiple states away, this book had been such a great get away and relaxation.

What are you reading this week?
The art of hearing heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
It's been a lovely sunny week, so I've been able to read outdoors a lot more than usual. Happy days.

What do summers usually look like for you?
Bright and occasionally sunny, but mainly less rainy. Irish people have pretty low standards for what we consider summer!

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
I don't think so, but maybe I should. Hmmm...

For this week I read Yes Please by Amy Poehler.

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading
In my bed right before I fall asleep or traveling on a plane.

What do summers usually look like for you?
They are super hot here in Phoenix, so I spend most of the time indoors!

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
I do not. I read all the things all the times.

-What are you reading this week?
The Little Giant of Aberdeen County
-Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Home
- What do summers usually look like for you?
Lots of weekend travels when I am not getting company. Rarely take vacation during this time except for long weekends.
- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not really. My book club picks at least one "breezy" book to read for when others are on vacation.

The lists came out a little later this year (or I didn't catch them right away) but if you're a jumper and are still looking for a book for this week then the suggestions have been updated for 2016!

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

What are you reading this week?
It took me a long time to settle on one book since I had quite a few that I wanted to try. I managed to shuffle them around and fit in The Husband's Secret, which was great since it was one of the books I most wanted to read this year after reading two of her books last year. I found it strange how much variety there was on what qualifies as a beach reading list.

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
In my room, where I always do my reading.

What do summers usually look like for you?
By now, working full-time. Usually, I have 2 weeks off work and I spend one of those on vacation somewhere with family. Other than that, I'm at work 8:30 - 4:30 every day, so I only have time to read in the evenings.

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not really, I just read whatever I feel like.

-What are you reading this week?


- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Mostly in my bed, or I'm sitting in a chair or on the couch, but when the weather is nice I'm reading either on our balcony or in our garden.

- What do summers usually look like for you?
Since I'm not in school anymore I don't have that much free time in summer, but I always have 2 to 3 weeks off. I'm either going to do the things I'm always doing like reading, doing fitness, walking our dog or stuff I normally don't have time for. And sometimes I'm driving away, this summer I'll be going to a city in Germany for a few days.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
In summer I tend to be more in the mood for summery reads and near Christmas I like to read one or two christmassy books, but otherwise it doesn't matter which season it is.

What are you reading this week?
We Were Liars

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
I read this in the evenings while sitting on the balcony of my hotel room over the week I was away.

What do summers usually look like for you?
As I live in England, they can very greatly. One day it can be lovely and hot and sunny and then next it can be grey and cloudy and raining. So it's usually just when I go on holiday that I get consistent sun.

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
No, not really. I just read whatever I'm in the mood for.

For this challenge, I read Since You've Been Gone by Morgan Matson. Pretty much every YA blogger/booktuber suggests this book during the summer season. I thought it was a good chance for me to pick it up. During the summers, I end up working a lot. That means I read either at work or at home, since those are the only two places I go during summer. I am the kind of person who reads different things during different seasons. Contemporaries during summer, historical fiction during fall, and sic-fi/fantasy during winter and spring.

- What are you reading this week? I read Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro.

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading? Mostly at night before bed or on the deck if the weather is nice.

- What do summers usually look like for you? Lots of time for reading! Can't wait.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons? Not usually. I've been trying to get reduce my TBR pile this year and will continue to do so - though the suggestions in this list are enticing!

- What are you reading this week?
Swim the Fly

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
I read a lot on the train while commuting to work, but also on the couch and in bed. Sometimes I read in the kitchen while my husband prepares dinner.

- What do summers usually look like for you?
There is no usual summer for me. Sometimes I take a few weeks off, sometimes I don't. There are hot spells, but also a lot of rain, lightening, bonechilling coldness and murky skies without sunrays. I love waking up in an already bright room with the birds chirping like mad at each other. And then being able to go barefooted into the kitchen to prepare a coffee, a smoothie and a sandwich for my day at work.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
No. Except around Christmas time. In December I just love reading christmassy, romantic or funny stories about being snowed in or meeting with family, about being surprised by life. I don't know why. If you can recommend anything that is not overly soppy or overly tearful/inspiring, I'd be grateful

What are you reading this week?

The Loney by Andrew Michael Hurley

It was a 2016 summer selection suggested by Publishers Weekly.

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
I plan to read in the comfort of my air-conditioned house.

What do summers usually look like for you?
I take a trip or two and care for multiple gardens.

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
No, I jump genres on a regular basis. I suppose I do read what one could consider a beach read after a particularly intense book.

What are you reading this week?
The Girls - I was able to choose an offer book from a selection at my local WH Smith, so I already had it on my bookshelf. Seeing it on a summer reading list gave me the opportunity to fit it to this challenge.

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Same as the rest of the year ... On the train to and from work, and in bed at night.

What do summers usually look like for you?
Mostly the same as the rest of the year .. Work interspersed with a couple of weeks holiday in the sun. Last year was different as my dad was ill and passed away, and now we have started some neglected home improvements so still haven't booked a holiday .. I live in hope though!

Do you typically read different books during different seasons?
Not really, though I may read the odd Christmassy book in December.

What are you reading this week?


Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Wherever. Probably on the bus and in my bedroom.

What do summers usually look like for you?
Work =/

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not really, but I do tend to save the more frivolous ones for the summer sometimes.

- What are you reading this week?
Bad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
At home, in bed (most likely)

- What do summers usually look like for you?
Busy, busy! Not much poolside reading as of late, unfortunately...

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Sometimes... But I normally have to really think about it and make the attempt...

Q: What are you reading this week?
A: The Selection


Q: Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
A: It's is winter in South America, but I choose this book because it looks like a good book for summer reading. I plan to read during the weekend with my fiance by my side.

Q: What do summers usually look like for you?
A: Very, very, VERY HOT! Brazil is like a real stove.
I usually go to the beach to watch my fiance play futvôlei and read some books. But I love to spend my time with an air conditioner on.

Q: Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
A: No, I don't.

- What are you reading this week?

The 5th Wave

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Probably at home. Or work.

- What do summers usually look like for you?
Summer is the busiest time of the year in my line of work, so I'm typically working and not able to enjoy the nice weather.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not really. I tend to read things based on interest and the season doesn't factor into that.

Right now, I am reading The Gods of Tango by Carolina De Robertis.

I think I saw this on the link from the 2015 O magazine summer reading link. I wouldn't have found it otherwise, so thanks.

Among the ten thousand things/ Julia Pierpont

Fortunately I'm reading this book on a weekend getaway to Thousand Island (get it, thousand?).
Summers r crazy busy, lots of activities of the kids, family, projects, picnics and books.

What are you reading this week?
I'm reading the short story collection In the Country by Mia Alvar which I think I picked off of a Pop Sugar summer reading list.
Where do you plan on doing most of your reading? As much as I wish I could actually read on the beach or by a lake, summer is usually the busiest time of year for me at work (I'm a public librarian), so most of my reading takes place in my living room or in the break room.
What do summers usually look like for you? Busy and no vacations! Plus hiding indoors because I can't stand the heat. I plan most of my trips and vacations for early spring and for fall.
Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?Sometimes. I like to save mysteries and long historical fiction for the fall/winter when I can curl up with a cup of tea and I definitely try to read spooky books in October. Otherwise, it doesn't make too much a difference.

- What are you reading this week? Dark Matter by Blake Crouch. It has been sent to me on numerous summer reading lists since it just came out.

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading? I end up staying up really late since the kids are out of school. I will settle on the couch for a book and in bed for an ebook.

- What do summers usually look like for you? Keeping the kids busy!

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons? Only during Christmas time- I like Christmas centered reads!

- What are you reading this week?


Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
In the garden

- What do summers usually look like for you?

A chance to read outdoors in the garden of by the local river

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons

No, whatever takes my fancy, or a challenge

- What are you reading this week?

Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?

Indoors. Usually in a recliner.

- What do summers usually look like for you?

Busy with social activities. Working part-time.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?

Some. I'm more inclined to read books set on a beach during the summer, Christmas-setting books at Christmas. Otherwise, no.

What are you reading this week?
The Girl on the Train

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Outside while my girls play

What do summers usually look like for you?
Being outside a lot either at home or taking my kids to do something fun.

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
No, or at least I don't think so.

What are you reading this week? Beautiful Ruins
- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
On the couch
- What do summers usually look like for you?
They are the busiest time of year at work so they are really busy for me. I tend to stay undoors more since it is so hot outside.
- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Somewhat. I like to read a holiday-themed book in December and a romantic one in February.

What are you reading this week?
My Lady Jane

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
At work and home

What do summers usually look like for you?
Work, work, work

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
I don't think so. I tend to read a lot of series so I just continue on with the next book.

- What are you reading this week?
The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson
This was on the Woman's Day 28 Summer beach reads

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Early summer I like to read in the garden but by late summer inside in the air conditioning is the only place to be.

- What do summers usually look like for you?
Outdoors, swimming, picnics.

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
No I usually just read what's at hand but it is nice to read something warm and summery in Winter.

What are you reading this week?
The Weekenders

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
At home or work.

What do summers usually look like for you?
A quick vacation, and busy with activities for the kids.

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not usually.

What are you reading this week?
I have read Wedding Night by Sophie Kinsella.
Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Train. While traveling to office.
What do summers usually look like for you?
Sunny, bright, pleasant days.
Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not really.

What are you reading this week? Will Grayson, Will Grayson

Where do you plan on doing most of your reading? Everywhere, but mostly public transport.

What do summers usually look like for you?
Work, travel and spend weekends in the countryside.

Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
Not really.

What are you reading this week?
In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume
Where do you plan on doing most of your reading?
Everywhere! I read in bed, on the couch, at my desk, waiting in line. I always have a book and if I'm not doing something else, I'm reading.
What do summers usually look like for you?
Slow and lazy. My daughter is in 2nd grade, so we go to parks and play with friends. There is usually a family trip, but there's plenty of reading time on those, too!
Do you typically read different books during the different seasons?
No, but I do mood read throughout the year.

- What are you reading this week?
This One Summer

- Where do you plan on doing most of your reading? On the train, when I am going to make errands.

- What do summers usually look like for you? They are actually not as relaxing as I expect, but I always plan to read the most on that period. We usually go on vacations for one or two weeks to my family in Malmesbury, England (a really beautiful small town far away from everything :P)

- Do you typically read different books during the different seasons? Not really.