The Week Ahead: July 28 – August 3, 2008
Jul 28th, 2008 by Dawn
Monday 7/28/08- Discussion of Dalia Sofer’s The Septembers of Shiraz begins today over at Everyday I Write the Book. This is the first time I’ll be participating in one of Gayle’s on-line book groups, and I’m really looking forward to it. The author will be responding to comments left on the discussion post; if you’ve read the book, pop on over and join in!
Tuesday 7/29/08 – The Lace Reader goes on sale! I posted my review of this captivating novel yesterday. I’m inspired to take a field trip up to Salem on one of these nice summer weekends, to more closely explore the area Brunonia Barry writes about.
Wednesday 7/30/08 – Oh, how embarrassing! I’m heading to the Post Office today to mail my sister’s birthday gift, and I’ll be buying postcard stamps for those postcards I promised to send out. I bought the cards right away (it’s a display at a local museum that I think will be of interest to book lovers!), but avoided the lines at the Post Office … they will be in the mail today (Wednesday). I still have four unclaimed postcards, if you’d like one, leave a comment here, then click on the “contact me” tab at the top of the page to send a private message with your mailing address.
Thursday 7/31/08 – Last day to enter my drawing for The Genizah at the House of Shepher. I have three copies of this engaging novel to give away! A well-told tale spanning 150 years and four generations; read my review here and enter the contest here. Drawing will be held and winners announced on Friday 8/1/08.
Friday 8/1/08 – August already, where is the summer going?! Tonight I’ll be heading to a nearby Barnes & Noble with my 12-year-old “Little Woman” to enjoy the Vampire Prom and other festivities while she waits for Stephenie Meyer’s Breaking Dawn to go on sale at midnight.
Saturday 8/2/08 and Sunday 8/3/08 – It’s the weekend! Reading and relaxing are high on my “to do” list; I’ll report back next week 
What’s on your agenda this week – bookish or otherwise?
I love this post — your agenda for the week! I haven’t really thought about it much yet, but I did participate in THE SEPTEMBERS OF SHIRAZ on-line book discussion at Everyday I Write the Book Blog — I loved this book!
Tuesday, I head to Jersey shore for a few days of relaxation – haha! I’m planning on getting lots of reading done, but you know how family vacations get in the way of book reading (just kidding!)
Thursday, my contest for a copy of STONE CREEK ends, so sign up soon!(http://bookingmama.blogspot.com/2008/07/review-stone-creek-and-giveaway.html)
That’s about it for now!
You’re so much more organized than me! It seems whenever I plan my week that far in advance, something interferes and I never quite get everything done. I guess my week looks like:
Monday: Catch up a bit around here, take youngest daughter to swim party and stay to try to get to know the other moms (because after 28 years of raising children, I’m finally a *gulp*Cheer Mom…..oh sheesh….) , tailor in her uniform top, make a run to Home Depot, grocery shop, pick up a motorcycle for hubby.
Tuesday: Start second coat of paint on patio cover/deck. Head to the DMV, play catch up with whatever was unfinished Monday.
Wed: Ah, the heck with it, I’m so far behind from Monday, I’ll curl up and read my book! ;o)
I love this post too! My big book event is also the release of Breaking Dawn. Me and my sister are going to the Borders party that night!
I will be posting on September of Shivaz today at everydayiwritethebook too. Did you leave your comment.
I posted on my blog what I thought but I have to edit some of it because I was in a rush to podt something.
I have the book Genizah of the house of Sepher that I recieved from the publisher too. How do you get books? Do you write to the publisher or author to promise to post a review? or do you recieve them from book blog giveaways?
When I get to it I will let you know what I think of it.
I recieved Lace Reader it is on my pile of books to read.
I have always like to read books that take place in New England. There is something about New England that gives me a warm feeling. I did live in Mass. for awhile maybe that is it. Or it is the familar history that surrounds us.
Thanks for stopping by to congratulate me. I love being able to post that bottle of champagne — it’s the next best thing to going to a pub to celebrate. (I once got a hit for one of my Pub Day’s from Dublin — I hope they weren’t too disappointed.)
I’ve added Lace Reader to my shopping list — it sounds wonderful. Good luck getting through your busy week!
Julie – I hope to get my review posted today. *The Septembers of Shiraz* needed time to “settle” in me before I could write the review; outstanding novel. Enjoy the beach!
Kelly – it’s not so much being organized as now I feel accountable to do the things I’ve posted publicly! I left out all the family stuff – swim lessons, blueberry picking, cookout at friends, sleepover party … that would feel overwhelming
Alea – I just learned that we’ll have to get wristbands earlier in the day in order to get into the store at 9. I’m disappointed because it’s a bit of a drive to get to the store and I don’t want to have to do it twice in one day. I may find another store that doesn’t have this set-up; we’ll do it somehow, my daughter is so excited!
Susan – yes, the *Septembers of Shiraz* discussion is going well, isn’t it. You’ll enjoy *The Lace Reader*, especially if you’re familiar with the area (not necessary, but it’s a nice bonus!). I get my books from a variety of sources and recommendations, my list keeps growing!
Karen – I’ve been seeing your bottle quite a bit lately, that’s great for you …. celebrate!
I love that you post your week ahead of time. If I posted my week ahead of time, perhaps I would stick to my calendar!
Ti – that’s exactly why I do it – it gives me a structure to work around; maybe I should host a “The Week Ahead” post for the masses … any interest?