Well I survived another week! It wasn't too bad either. I had Monday off, Tuesday I had a book signing and work wasn't crazy. Other than going crazy checking tracking on half a dozen packages it wasn't too terrible. But yeah, that mail! Not to mention the distribution center of no return! But then as I was waiting for what I thought was just 1 package yesterday, another TWO showed up! But alas, my one and only preorder from B&N didn't arrive. The Monday holiday and that wicked distribution center playing a large part in it! I have another signing this week too with Brigid Kemmerer on Monday! 1 whole day before her book releases but alas, that means I can't get the B&N edition to go with the rest of my collection as it looks like the stores can't put it out early. I generally don't buy the books when I see them early but since Brigid is touring here the day before release day I was going to make an exception, but alas, fate is against this idea.
Here's what I got this week:
The Narrow by Kate Alice Marshall--my last free book earned with Penguin Rewards! I am sad to see the reward program leave but it was fun while it lasted! Figured I might as well get this book in time for the signing next month and I couldn't figure out which "adult" book to buy (since they're priced higher and I'd be getting a better value with that choice) on the off chance an author toured here for that one.
Finale by Stephanie Garber--UK 5th Anniversary Rose Gold Paperback! I didn't get the best shot with my phone as it's hard to really see the "rose" color. I'll try to take a better one today!
The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins--SIGNED!
A Taste of Poison by Tessonja Odette--Deluxe Edition SIGNED!
Then I got one of the Fairy Loot sequel exclusive editions! Just showing the cover which was already displayed before time of purchase!
Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig--still need to read the first one but at least I have a matching set of the duology now! Plus a SIGNED bookplate! I did get a little dent on the bottom left corner, but I feel like it's not damaged enough to complain. It's not so terrible as at least the red foil design helps to cover it.
And then on Friday I got a SUPER AMAZING box in the mail:
It was a box from Flatiron Books that contained:
No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall
a winter hat
gloves
a pack of Hot Hands hand warmers
a pack of hot chocolate
and a mysterious key!
If you know me, you know I LOOOOOVE a good PR box of goodies! Especially ones curated to the book with items that put a theme together! That we are in the middle of cold snap just makes this box extra perfect!!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU Flatiron Books!
Then I got some extra special goodies in the mail this week as well! First up is my preorder from Geek and Artsy:
It's a handmade replica of Jacks' blade from the OUABH trilogy! It's positively stunning! It's not scaled to size, but its minature-ness is still delightful! I haven't decided if I want to take it out of this pseudo case as the clear film is more like a saran wrap. It did come with a little stand. It's more something I'll display when I get my house and can have my shelves in proper order. So I might leave it in this little case until then for transportation purposes too! I really hope 2024 will be my year!
Next up on the Caraval front is this gorgeous little coin I bought from an Etsy shop, Andres Aguirre! When I checked yesterday, it was still on sale too and only a limited amount left! So if it's to your fancy don't wait too long! Shipping was really quick too coming from Spain! I think it came in about a week from time of ordering!
It's a two sided coin; one side with the symbol of Caraval and the other side has Legend's hat with a rose, fireworks, and letters! Then it has an inscription with You Must Remember It's Only a Game! It's made from a real metal like thing too! I know I'm not using the right words here, but it's obviously not a real gold coin, but sure feels like one! Lol!
Then I also got this nice print as a bonus!
And that was it for me this week! Not too shabby at the end of the day! What all did you get this week?
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