READ FASTER! Ninth Edition

You can find previous editions of me pouting HERE.

This post is not entirely serious, but maybe a little bit.

***Our library system is now open for curbside pick-up!***

...And I am happy to say they are not messing around with this COVID-19 bullshit. You call ahead to get an appointment, and you pick your books up within that half hour time frame. When you get to the location you've chosen to have your books sent to, you call and let them know which numbered parking spot you are in, and your name. A librarian brings the books out and sets them next to the parking stall sign. Once the librarian goes inside, you can exit your car to get your books. When you return books, they are left in a bin for three days before anyone touches them to check them back in.

Originally this list was ebooks only, but now that curbside has started, I am including all books I have requests in for.

Books I Am Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiting For

1. The Woman in Cabin 10 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 24 on 3 copies

Current Position: 5 on 3 copies

I requested this one the same day as #3 because I was told they have a similar feel. Sweet baby Jesus, this is taking as long as Sun Down. Whaaaaaaat the fuuuuuuuck is taking so long??? This is getting beyond ridiculous. RIDICULOUS. I can't even with this one right now.

2. The Nanny 

Date Requested: May 24th

Starting Position: 5 on 6 copies

Current Position: In Delivery

I loved The Au Pair, so I am hoping this is similar in feel to that? The story lines are quite different, (on the surface at least, who knows what is actually in store for me) but I am hoping to like this one as well. I moved ONE SPOT in TWO WEEKS. FINALLY ON ITS WAY!!!!

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Okay, so I realize in the grand scheme of things this is not a huge issue. But I really want these books, never mind the fact that I have a pile from NetGalley and hundreds of unread books on my Kindle and five-shelf bookcase stacked two and three deep.

#ALLTHEBOOKS!

Happy Reading,

Sarah

READ FASTER! Eighth Edition

You can find previous editions of me pouting HERE.

This post is not entirely serious, but maybe a little bit.

Obviously libraries have been closed for quite a while now. This means there has been a huge increase in the ebook holds. I am one of those people requesting now, though in the past this has always been a last resort for me.

There are a few books I have put in hold requests for, and I am STILL without them. I am pouting and I realize this is an insanely ridiculous #FirstWorldProblem to be complaining about, but I have not yet complained once since this whole thing started - mostly because I love being at home with my baby girl all day.

***Our library system is now open for curbside pick-up!***

...And I am happy to say they are not messing around with this COVID-19 bullshit. You call ahead to get an appointment, and you pick your books up within that half hour time frame. When you get to the location you've chosen to have your books sent to, you call and let them know which numbered parking spot you are in, and your name. A librarian brings the books out and sets them next to the parking lot sign. Once the librarian goes inside, you can exit your car to get your books. When you return books, they are left in a bin for three days before anyone touches them to check them back in.

Originally this list was ebooks only, but now that curbside has started, I am including all books I have requests in for.

Books I Am Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiting For

1. The Woman in Cabin 10 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 24 on 3 copies

Current Position: 8 on 3 copies

I requested this one the same day as #3 because I was told they have a similar feel. Sweet baby Jesus, this is taking as long as Sun Down. Whaaaaaaat the fuuuuuuuck is taking so long??? This is getting beyond ridiculous. RIDICULOUS.

2. The Nanny 

Date Requested: May 24th

Starting Position: 5 on 6 copies

Current Position: 4 on 6 copies

I loved The Au Pair, so I am hoping this is similar in feel to that? The story lines are quite different, (on the surface at least, who knows what is actually in store for me) but I am hoping to like this one as well. I moved ONE SPOT in TWO WEEKS.

3. The Color of Compromise: The Truth About the American's Church's Complicity in Racism 

Date Requested: June 10th

Starting Position: 9 on 3 copies

Current Position: 9 on 3 copies

Can't be mad, just requested it today. We need to confront all the parts of our society, even when it is uncomfortable. That is the only way we can change and do better.

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Okay, so I realize in the grand scheme of things this is not a huge issue. But I really want these books, never mind the fact that I have a pile from NetGalley and hundreds of unread books on my Kindle and five-shelf bookcase stacked two and three deep.

#ALLTHEBOOKS!

Happy Reading,

Sarah

READ FASTER! Seventh Edition

You can find previous editions of me pouting HERE.

This post is not entirely serious, but maybe a little bit.

Obviously libraries have been closed for quite a while now. This means there has been a huge increase in the ebook holds. I am one of those people requesting now, though in the past this has always been a last resort for me.

There are a few books I have put in hold requests for, and I am STILL without them. I am pouting and I realize this is an insanely ridiculous #FirstWorldProblem to be complaining about, but I have not yet complained once since this whole thing started - mostly because I love being at home with my baby girl all day.

***Our library system is now open for curbside pick-up!***

...And I am happy to say they are not messing around with this COVID-19 bullshit. You call ahead to get an appointment, and you pick your books up within that half hour time frame. When you get to the location you've chosen to have your books sent to, you call and let them know which numbered parking spot you are in, and your name. A librarian brings the books out and sets them next to the parking lot sign. Once the librarian goes inside, you can exit your car to get your books. When you return books, they are left in a bin for three days before anyone touches them to check them back in.

Originally this list was ebooks only, but now that curbside has started, I am including all books I have requests in for.

Books I Am Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiting For

1. The Woman in Cabin 10 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 24 on 3 copies

Current Position: 10 on 3 copies

I requested this one the same day as #3 because I was told they have a similar feel. Sweet baby Jesus, this is taking as long as Sun Down. Whaaaaaaat the fuuuuuuuck is taking so long???

2. This is How I Lied 

Date Requested: May 2nd

Starting Position:  9 on 1 copy

Current Position: ON MY KINDLE!

In ten days I moved ONE position!! Ugh. A little movement, hooray! Just got the notification a little bit ago, so excited to start it as soon as I finish up my blogging for the day!

3. Foul is Fair 

Date Requested: May 2nd

Starting Position: 1 on 2 copies

Current Position: 1 on 2 copies

I can't be too mad - YET. Libraries have only now started to accept returned books, and even then it is still at those select locations that offer curbside check-out delivery. This one still might take a while. I am definitely riled up now. I need whoever has this to return it NOW.

4. The Whisper Man 

Date Requested: May 19th

Starting Position: 7 on 2 copies

Current Position: 5 on 2 copies

I couldn't decide if it was better to take my chance on the physical copies (where I would be 6 on 10) or the ebook, where I am 7 on 2. Obviously I opted for the ebook route, because who knows how quickly people will go to one of the select locations to return physical books. I decided I am not interested in this one anymore and cancelled the hold.

5. The Nanny 

Date Requested: May 24th

Starting Position: 5 on 6 copies

Current Position: 5 on 6 copies

I loved The Au Pair, so I am hoping this is similar in feel to that? The story lines are quite different, (on the surface at least, who knows what is actually in store for me) but I am hoping to like this one as well.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Okay, so I realize in the grand scheme of things this is not a huge issue. But I really want these books, never mind the fact that I have a pile from NetGalley and hundreds of unread books on my Kindle and five-shelf bookcase stacked two and three deep.

#ALLTHEBOOKS!

Happy Reading,

Sarah

READ FASTER! Sixth Edition

You can find previous editions of me pouting HERE.

This post is not entirely serious, but maybe a little bit.

Obviously libraries have been closed for quite a while now. This means there has been a huge increase in the ebook holds. I am one of those people requesting now, though in the past this has always been a last resort for me.

There are a few books I have put in hold requests for, and I am STILL without them. I am pouting and I realize this is an insanely ridiculous #FirstWorldProblem to be complaining about, but I have not yet complained once since this whole thing started - mostly because I love being at home with my baby girl all day.

***Our library system is now open for curbside pick-up!***

...And I am happy to say they are not messing around with this COVID-19 bullshit. You call ahead to get an appointment, and you pick your books up within that half hour time frame. When you get to the location you've chosen to have your books sent to, you call and let them know which numbered parking spot you are in, and your name. A librarian brings the books out and sets them next to the parking lot sign. Once the librarian goes inside, you can exit your car to get your books.

I am super happy about this, but am not giving up my places in these ebook queues because I have waited LONG ENOUGH! This does mean though that I can go back through Ethan's posts again to find the books he recommended that our system only had as physical copies. YAY!

Originally this list was ebooks only, but now that curbside has started, I am including all books I have requests in for. Somehow, I still think things will move just as slowly as before.

Books I Am Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiting For

1. The Sun Down Motel 

Hold Date: March 30th

Starting Position: 19 on 2 copies

Current Position: 6 on 3 copies

This one is dragging on forever. Quarantine will probably end before I even get it. Still at 8, but they must have purchased another copy, so I will take the small victories however I can get them on this one. This is the book that started it all. But now that I finished the PHENOMENAL The Broken Girls, by the same author, maybe it is good that I am getting some space between them. I don't want one to overshadow the other, and want to enjoy them both for what they are.

2. Eight Perfect Murders 

Hold Date: April 11th

Starting Position: 17 on 3 copies

Current Position: 7 on 3 copies

So much closer now! Uuuugggghhhh, STILL 7!

3. Perfect Little Children 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 9 on 2 copies

Current Position: 4 on 2 copies

I actually can't be mad about this one because I just requested it four days ago. I can start to be a little mad because I was at 7 last time I posted about this three days ago. I can start to be a lot mad because I was at seven the LAST time I posted this. An improvement, finally. Progress?

4. The Woman in Cabin 10 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 24 on 3 copies

Current Position: 12 on 3 copies

I requested this one the same day as #3 because I was told they have a similar feel. Sweet baby Jesus, this is taking as long as Sun Down.

5. This is How I Lied 

Date Requested: May 2nd

Starting Position:  9 on 1 copy

Current Position: 5 on 1 copy

In ten days I moved ONE position!! Ugh. A little movement, hooray!

6. Foul is Fair 

Date Requested: May 2nd

Starting Position: 1 on 2 copies

Current Position: 1 on 2 copies

I can't be too mad - YET. Libraries have only now started to accept returned books, and even then it is still at those select locations that offer curbside check-out delivery. This one still might take a while.

7. Ghosted 

Date Requested: May 15th

Starting Position: 3 on 3 copies

Current Position: 2 on 3 copies

8. Get Well Soon: History's Worst Plagues and the Heroes Who Fought Them 

Date Requested: May 19th

Starting Position: 1 on 2 copies

Current Position: 1 on 2 copies

I mean, how can I resist? It's about PLAGUES.

9. The Whisper Man 

Date Requested: May 19th

Starting Position: 7 on 2 copies

Current Position: 7 on 2 copies

I couldn't decide if it was better to take my chance on the physical copies (where I would be 6 on 10) or the ebook, where I am 7 on 2. Obviously I opted for the ebook route, because who knows how quickly people will go to one of the select locations to return physical books.

Okay, so I realize in the grand scheme of things this is not a huge issue. But I really want these books, never mind the fact that I have a pile from NetGalley and hundreds of unread books on my Kindle and five-shelf bookcase stacked two and three deep.

#ALLTHEBOOKS!

Happy Reading,

Sarah

READ FASTER! Fifth Edition

You can find previous editions of me pouting HERE.

This post is not entirely serious, but maybe a little bit.

Obviously libraries have been closed for quite a while now. This means there has been a huge increase in the ebook holds. I am one of those people requesting now, though in the past this has always been a last resort for me.

There are a few books I have put in hold requests for, and I am STILL without them. I am pouting and I realize this is an insanely ridiculous #FirstWorldProblem to be complaining about, but I have not yet complained once since this whole thing started - mostly because I love being at home with my baby girl all day.

Books I Am Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiting For

1. The Sun Down Motel 

Hold Date: March 30th

Starting Position: 19 on 2 copies

Current Position: 8 on 3 copies

This one is dragging on forever. Quarantine will probably end before I even get it. Still at 8, but they must have purchased another copy, so I will take the small victories however I can get them on this one.

2. Eight Perfect Murders 

Hold Date: April 11th

Starting Position: 17 on 3 copies

Current Position: 7 on 3 copies

So much closer now!

3. Perfect Little Children 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 9 on 2 copies

Current Position: 5 on 2 copies

I actually can't be mad about this one because I just requested it four days ago. I can start to be a little mad because I was at 7 last time I posted about this three days ago. I can start to be a lot mad because I was at seven the LAST time I posted this. An improvement, finally.

4. The Woman in Cabin 10 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 24 on 3 copies

Current Position: 15 on 3 copies

I requested this one the same day as #3 because I was told they have a similar feel.

5. Force of Nature 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 4 on 1 copy

Current Position: 3 on 1 copy

Still #3 since the last time I posted. STILL!!!

6. This is How I Lied 

Date Requested: May 2nd

Starting Position:  9 on 1 copy

Current Position: 8 on 1 copy

In ten days I moved ONE position!! Ugh.

7. The Broken Girls 

Date requested: May 7th

Starting Position: 6 on 2 copies

Current Position: Checked out

Ethan suggested this book while I wait for Sun Down. I took a look on Goodreads and thought it sounded thrilling, but I might be waiting just as long for this one! Hooray, it is here!

Okay, so I realize in the grand scheme of things this is not a huge issue. But I really want these books, never mind the fact that I have a pile from NetGalley and hundreds of unread books on my Kindle and five-shelf bookcase stacked two and three deep.

#ALLTHEBOOKS!

Happy Reading,

Sarah

READ FASTER! Fourth Edition

You can find previous editions of me pouting HERE.

This post is not entirely serious, but maybe a little bit.

Obviously libraries have been closed for quite a while now. This means there has been a huge increase in the ebook holds. I am one of those people requesting now, though in the past this has always been a last resort for me.

There are a few books I have put in hold requests for, and I am STILL without them. I am pouting and I realize this is an insanely ridiculous #FirstWorldProblem to be complaining about, but I have not yet complained once since this whole thing started - mostly because I love being at home with my baby girl all day.

Books I Am Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiting For

1. The Sun Down Motel 

Hold Date: March 30th

Starting Position: 19 on 2 copies

Current Position: 8 on 2 copies

This one is dragging on forever. Quarantine will probably end before I even get it.

2. Eight Perfect Murders 

Hold Date: April 11th

Starting Position: 17 on 3 copies

Current Position: 10 on 3 copies

Uuuuuugggggghhhhhhh. So sloooooooooow.

3. Perfect Little Children 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 9 on 2 copies

Current Position: 7 on 2 copies

I actually can't be mad about this one because I just requested it four days ago. I can start to be a little mad because I was at 7 last time I posted about this three days ago. I can start to be a lot mad because I was at seven the LAST time I posted this.

4. The Woman in Cabin 10 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 24 on 3 copies

Current Position: 16 on 3 copies

I requested this one the same day as #3 because I was told they have a similar feel.

5. Force of Nature 

Hold Date: April 21st

Starting Position: 4 on 1 copy

Current Position: 3 on 1 copy

Still #3 since the last time I posted.

6. This is How I Lied 

Date Requested: May 2nd

Starting Position:  9 on 1 copy

Current Position: 9 on 1 copy

7. The Broken Girls 

Date requested: May 7th

Starting Position: 6 on 2 copies

Current Position: 6 on 2 copies

Ethan suggested this book while I wait for Sun Down. I took a look on Goodreads and thought it sounded thrilling, but I might be waiting just as long for this one!

Okay, so I realize in the grand scheme of things this is not a huge issue. But I really want these books, never mind the fact that I have a pile from NetGalley and hundreds of unread books on my Kindle and five-shelf bookcase stacked two and three deep.

#ALLTHEBOOKS!

Happy Reading,

Sarah