I have been suffering through a serious reading slump. I finished exactly no books in the month of September.... its almost embarrassing for me. I started like four but just couldnt get through anything which sucks. But these are the ones im working on, because I really do like the stories, and I want to know what happens next, but just my desire is in the dumps and I dont understand why, but I need it to stop.

The book I started with is Zombie Fallout because ive been dying for some zombies and the original The Walking Dead was still a month away. Which no fun at all. And this was a cool sit in. Sadly im struggling my way through it which doesn't reflect how amusing I think the book is. Its not scary, it makes me think of the cozy mystery version of the zombie apocalypse. But its funny, its written in diary format and so you really get this look into this guys mind as all this super crazy stuff starts going down. Not some Lit masterpiece but very entertaining and with a twist I wasn't expecting. I cant wait to see where it goes.

My starting The 5th Wave was a case of the TV made me do it. I saw a snippet of the movie trailer and it really made me want to know more. It reminded me of The Host, which was and still is one of my favorite stories. Bring on another post apocalyptic world for me. But this time instead of the living dead we have aliens. Yes im all about that life. And so far im loving it and do have the sequel waiting for me when I finish up.

Fingers crossed I can finish these and a couple more books this month because the fall is my favorite snuggle down with hot chocolate and read time and im wasting it! Any new reads I should add to my TBR pile?

Dorkface Haul

Im slowly finding I have an addiction to Etsy. Now this isnt something I have a problem with, in fact its an addiction im going to encourage. I love knowing I have something thats one of a kind or only a small batch was made and I snagged one. It could be beauty, clothes, crafts, hand made always makes it better. So when I saw one of my favorite bloggers had started her own Etsy shop needless to say I was all about that life. So I took a peek around and gathered some things I just couldnt pass up over at DorkFaceShop

Now please forgive my shop stock photos my own did this very weird fuzzy thing where it was near impossible to tell what things were. But the bits I did pick up were these adorable Lollipop earrings and a phone case with the adorable vintage tattoo looking print tagged with the word Blogging. I know take a moment to bask in the adorableness.... Now the earrings were bigger then I expected though still studs so not tangled in my hair when its down and a cute piece when my hair is up. And the phone case is so simple and cute. Its not so slick I drop my phone but not so textured that it feels awkward to hold. Its a nice medium and has been on my phone since I got the package.

The shipping was so super fast and all the way from Liverpool in the UK to me here in New Jersey. Id wanted to show the package because it was so cute with drawings and stickers but there was no way to obscure my address so ill just have to tell you about it. The envelope was a milky brown so the pink stickers were so adorable against it. Everything was nicely packaged in bubble wrap and came in one piece which can always be a toss up with the rough treatment packages are given in shipping, especially through customs.

I already have my eye on a few other bits from her shop because she has some really cute stuff and the whole experience from beginning to end was a pleasant one. Heres to more shopping!

My AudioBook Library

So everyone knows im a huge nerd right? No secret I love books, I love learning and reading is a huge part of my ever evolving mind. Its my greatest love my longest love... yes im a nerd and I love it. Because I love books I have physical copies, hard and soft covers, e-books and slowly but surly a growing audio book collection. Its not huge but considering how much they can run im proud of my little collection.

Sadly my audible app doesnt have a pretty book self setup like I had hoped. But think of this as my first #shelfie which I think is pretty cool. I know 11 isnt a massive amount but I think they are awesome and will be adding to it in time. The ones im most excited about? Yes Please, Bossy Pants and Under the Dome. Now the last is just such a big physical book I dont know if id ever get over my intimidation of it to read it in paper.

Wish you could read more but dont have alot of time? Audio books might be for you. You can listen to them when you drive, cook, are working out. Even if its just a chapter a day while you are in the shower, it adds up. I have two small kids and sometimes listening just means I can get through more books then sitting down to read.

Im thinking maybe this should be a series. Paperback library anyone? Kindle Library? Box sets? I think this could be a thing we can have some fun with. Ever Tried Audio books before? What are some of your favorites I just have to pick up?