Happy New Year to all my readers!
I love reflecting on the past year of reading, and 2008 was an exceptional year for me. I read more books, more pages, and more new to me authors than ever before. I found myself drowning in free books (not a bad thing!). I rated 79 of my 101 reads good or better – so 2008 saw me reading some of the best literature ever.
I’ve compiled all the numbers and statistics on my 2008 Reading Journal which you can read here.
In 2008, I met some wonderful bookish friends and found some amazing blogs to read. I participated in book blog events and challenges, and was infected by this community’s love of literature and sense of community. We lost a good friend and fellow reader, and discovered how much we cared about our little “neighborhood.” I attended a book event in San Jose and met two wonderful book bloggers as well as some amazing writers. I traveled to Oregon and connected with some fabulous women who I have come to know and love through Library Thing.
2008 will also be remembered for the boom in free books – book bloggers were recognized by authors and publishers and found themselves swamped in early review books and ARCs. Along with that came some great discussions on responsibility and integrity in reviewing books.
In looking back, I realize I was truly blessed in 2008 with great books and amazing friends.
AND, I am looking forward to more in 2009!
= Excellent
= Good/Very Good
= Okay read
= Not recommended
= Ugh! Don't waste your time.
I’m glad it was a wonderful year in books for you. I hope 2009 is even better. Happy New Year!
A great year for you! And for me, too!
I’m glad you had such a great year! Here’s to hoping the next one is all of that and more!
Lezlie
What a fabulous year you had, and when you enjoy most of what you’ve read is bonus
Thanks for all you do to make this a great community!
I am glad you had such a good year, Wendy. I have really come to appreciate our little blogging community here. Thank you for all of your encouragement and support this past year. Best of luck in the New Year.
What a lovely year end reflection Wendy. Yeah, it was a very good year.
xoxoxoxo Happy New Year!
I am glad 2008 was a good year for you! Here’s hoping 2009 is even better!
What a beautiful picture! I really enjoyed reading your wrap up.
Happy New Year, friend! Hope the next year brings you more wonderful books!
Happy New Year Wendy!
Happy New Year to my dear friend! =)
Kathy: Thank you and good wishes to you as well!
Debbie: Yes, you had a great year too!
Lezlie: Thank you!
Diane: What a sweet thing to say…thank you!
WendyCat: It is a pretty special community, isn’t it? I am looking forward to 2009!
Terri: Thank you and xxooxo right back at you! Happy New Year, friend!
Kailana: I second that!
Eva: Thanks (although the photo is not mine!)
Amy: Same to you, my friend!
Teddy: Happy New Year to you too!
Jill: *hugs* You too
It’s late but Happy New Year, Wendy! You had a great year of reading in 2008. I really enjoyed all your stats. And I hope 2009 is even better!
Happy New Year to you, too, Tanabata!