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Femathon Classics Recommendations

Wondering what to read for the Classics prompt for Femathon? Check these books out.

My Autumn Essentials Readathon TBR | Team Boxed Wine Edition

Boxed Wine Top 3 Squares, Left to Right Chardonnay (traditional crisp white wine) - Read a classic. Moscato (a boxed white wine often shared with friends) - Read something outside your own cultural "box" Pinot Grigio (white wine with notes of citrus) - Read a novel with a fruit in the title or on the cover. Rosé (blush with hints of berry and peach to comfort the soul) - Read a childhood favorite Wild Card - Anything goes! White Zinfandel (crisp blush wine to carry you to far off lands) - Read a fantasy/science fiction. Cabernet Sauvignon (bold blood red for romantic evenings) - Read a sexy vampire or supernatural novel. Sangria (fruity punch to enjoy with friends) - Read an LGBTQ+ novel. Chianti (can be served room temp or chilled) - Read a novel that features weather.

If you haven’t already seen my video or web page about it, I’ve co-created a readathon with the help of several people this year! If you don’t know what I’m talking about click this link: https://victoriarmendes.wordpress.com/autumn-essentials-readathon/ Also if you want to know what I might be reading for #TeamPumpkinSpice check out this blog post: https://victoriarmendes.wordpress.com/2020/08/31/my-autumn-essentials-readathon-tbr-team-pumpkin-spice-edition/Continue reading “My Autumn Essentials Readathon TBR | Team Boxed Wine Edition”

My Autumn Essentials Readathon TBR | Team Cozy Sweater Edition

Cozy Sweater Top 3 Squares, from Left to Right Cozy Sweater (you're all curled up in your favorite spot) - Read an old favorite or a predicted 5 star read Classic Cardigan (Stay classy) - Read a children's classic Sweater Shaver (shave those pills off) - Read a book in which good vanquishes evil. Middle 3 Squares, from Left to Right Sweater Vest (you only need a little bit of sweater in your life) - Read a short book Wild Card - Anything goes! Fuzzy Sweater (cozy up with your favorite companion) - Pet? Person? Plushie? Just get comfortable with your read. Bottom 3 Squares, from Left to Right Granny Sweater (celebrate your lost loved ones) - Read a book you think they would enjoy. Sparkly Sweater (festival of lights) - Read a book featuring a candle Cornucopia Sweater (give thanks for a good harvest) - Read a book that evokes thankfulness or mindfulness

My Autumn Essentials Readathon TBR | Team Pumpkin Spice Edition

Team Pumpkin Spice Top 3 Squares, from Left to Right Pumpkin Spice (like the spice mix, this need not contain actual pumpkin) - Read a book that warms you heart. Jack-O-Lantern (a most classic halloween decoration) - Read a classic middle grade or YA book. Comfort Food (to be shared with those you love and possibly scarfed down in one sitting) - Read a book or share a recipe that brings you comfort. Middle 3 Squares, from Left to Right Folk Tale/Music (a story passed down for generations) - Read a book featuring folk tales or read while listening to folk music. Wild Card - Anything goes! Crisp Air (the seasons are changing) - Read a book outside your typical comfort zone. Bottom 3 Squares, from Left to Right Stay Warm (a beverage to stave off a/the cold) - Read a book featuring a beverage or make a toasty drink. Pumpkins (a fun fall symbol) - Read a book featuring a pumpkin on the cover or in the text. Quick Bread (life's too short to wait for sweet treats) - Read a short book or have some pumpkin spice cake while reading

If you haven’t already seen my video or web page about it, I’ve co-created a readathon with the help of several people this year! If you don’t know what I’m talking about click this link: https://victoriarmendes.wordpress.com/autumn-essentials-readathon/ Since I made the video to go with that announcement my health has been lackluster to say the leastContinue reading “My Autumn Essentials Readathon TBR | Team Pumpkin Spice Edition”

Autumn Essentials Readathon Announcement

EDIT: I’ll keep the old content on this post farther on down the post for those interested to see how things have changed during the creation process. I’ll also be updating this post with the new information at the top as more development happens. Update 3:The notes have probably been tweaked since update 2, butContinue reading “Autumn Essentials Readathon Announcement”