About Me

The story behind A Book A Week, and the reader behind the reviews.

It started with a New Year's resolution:
1 book a week, 52 books in a year.
I kept reading, and it grew into something much more.

Back in 2011, I was an avid reader who had somehow lost my way with reading. Between working and being a full-time student, reading for pleasure had slowly fallen by the wayside.

I wanted to change that. So I gave myself a New Year's resolution to read one book every week for a year. I started A Book A Week on January 1, 2012 as a way to hold myself accountable and share what I was reading along the way.

I didn't quite reach my goal that first year, but I kept reading. I kept reviewing. And all these years later, I'm still here, looking forward to whatever book comes next. Some years I crush my goals, some years I don't, but my love for a good book has never wavered.

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Hi, I'm Ethan

Reader. Blogger.
Book lover.

I'm a lifelong reader with a particular soft spot for mysteries and thrillers. I've always loved the genre, and I credit those stories—the twists, suspense, and need to know what happens next—with keeping me a reader as an adult. My reading has taken me in all kinds of directions since then, but I'll always come back to a good mystery.

I love creepy horror novels. A fascinating work of nonfiction can completely pull me in, too. And I've found plenty of favorites in science fiction, literary fiction, romance, and other genres I might never have picked up when I first started the blog. That's part of the fun. I never quite know what kind of story is going to grab me next.

When I'm not reading or writing reviews, you'll usually find me at home with my husband and our pets. I'm a classically trained musician and composer, an enthusiastic home cook, and a backyard gardener. There's usually a trip to look forward to or some new project that has caught my interest, too.

At the end of the day, I just really love books. There's nothing quite like discovering a story I can't put down or finding an author I can't wait to read again. Even when a book doesn't quite work for me, I still enjoy thinking about why and putting those thoughts into words. That's what keeps me reading, reviewing, and sharing it all here on A Book A Week.

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Review Disclaimer

Honest reviews, always.

Some of the books I review are ones I've purchased myself. Others are provided by publishers or authors in exchange for an honest review. Either way, what I write here is always what I really think.

Not every book is going to work for every reader, and that's part of the fun of talking about books. I'll tell you what worked for me, what didn't, and hopefully give you enough to decide whether a book might be right for you.

Good, bad, or somewhere in between, you'll always get my honest take.

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Have a question about the blog, a book you think I should read, or just want to say hello? I'd love to hear from you.

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I'm always open to considering books for review. I read across a pretty wide range of genres, though mysteries and thrillers tend to be particular favorites. If you'd like me to consider a book, send along a little information about it and why you think it might be a good fit for A Book A Week.

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A Look Ahead (May)

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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It is hard to believe that May is already here. In the five months since I began the Book A Week Challenge, I have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support, comments, and general interest in this site.

May marks the beginning of an exciting season for book lovers. Most of the publishers have released new catalogs, and the summer is stacking up to be a great season for readers. As the month continues, I look forward to reviewing a variety of novels. This month I will post reviews to some new installments in series mysteries (Jefferson Bass's new Body Farm novel, Jeff Lindsay's latest Dexter book), smaller publisher novels (Eliza Factor's The Mercury Fountain), and a few other surprises. With the reviews, I will also post a few new giveaways.

 My favorite part about blogging is the interaction with different readers. As always, feel free to comment on reviews, enter giveaways, offer book recommendations, or just say hello. You can also stay connected to this blog by following me on Twitter. Simply click the link in the right hand column to follow. I look forward to the many books waiting to be read and to hearing from you. As summer approaches, I wish you all good fortune and happy reading!

-Ethan

(19 books of 52 completed)
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