Empty Shelf Challenge: March 2014

Quick recap: Jon Acuff introduced the #EmptyShelf challenge in December. It’s pretty basic: starting December 23rd, you empty one shelf of a bookcase in your house completely. Then, through the entire next year, you fill that shelf with the books that you read.

To read what I read in January, click on over here.

To read what I read in February, click on over here.

March’s shelf does not have an image this time around. We are in transition and posting a picture just feels like too much right now. Maybe next month …

Anyway – here is what I read in March:

13.)  The Color of Water in July: A Novel by Nora Carroll (downloaded as a free ebook, my full review here)

14.) How To Focus On Being Productive Instead Of Busy: The Power Of Effective Life Habits via How To Books on Amazon. I am not linking to this book because it was pointless. Sad, but true.

15.) All For Anna (Letting Go) by Nicole Deese (downloaded as a free ebook)

16.) The Art of Storytelling: Easy Steps to Presenting an Unforgettable Story by John Walsh (downloaded as a free ebook)

17.) Lost: Cinderella’s Secret Diaries (Book 1) by Ron Vitale (ebook)

18.) Jacob Wonderbar and the Cosmic Space Kapow by Nathan Bransford (library)

19.) Griffin & Sabine: An Extraordinary Correspondence by Nick Bantock

20.) Sabine’s Notebook: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Continues by Nick Bantock

21.) The Golden Mean: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Concludes by Nick Bantock

22.) The Book of Common Prayer (library)

23.) The Divine Hours, Pocket Edition (library)

24.) V Is for Vulnerable: Life Outside the Comfort Zone by Seth Godin

I slipped into the world of ebooks this month, apparently. I really only like ebooks on planes – keeps me from having to pack two or three books for a trip in my carry-on luggage. I’ve been on quite a few planes lately, and more to come!

What about you? Do you read on a Kindle or iPad? Or like me, do you still prefer good old paper? [I even like the smell!]

Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend stuff that is good! I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”


Comments

4 responses to “Empty Shelf Challenge: March 2014”

  1. I totally need number 14! I’m really good at being busy and not being productive. Just look at my dissertation. :)

    1. Too funny! I actually was not a fan of the ebook, but I think because it just was so vague. If you want some productivity tips, I would suggest Michael Hyatt. Here is a link to all blogs tagged “productivity” on his site: http://michaelhyatt.com/category/productivity

      What is your dissertation topic? I am too terrified to write one, so I haven’t gone back to school. ;)

  2. You are a much busier reader than I am! Now, if I could fill a shelf with printed out blog posts I’ve read this year, I would need miles of bookcases…but only a dozen or so books as of yet, I think.

    1. I am definitely an emotional eater … I binge on books instead of food! And March was a stressful month. :)

      The blog reading (and writing!) vs. book reading is a tough balance to strike. I read a lot of blogs, but always come away with a handful of actions that I feel I need to get up and do RIGHT NOW. With books, it really is more relaxing for me.

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