Weekend Roundup (1/30 - 2/3)

Hey everyone!
Here's what you may have missed on The Ink Puddle this week!

Monday: Review: Crossed by Ally Condie
Wednesday: Deleting Kindle Books
Friday: Review: The Lightforce Rebellion by Christopher Walker, Feature: Christopher Walker

And that's that for this week! The month of February is going to be an awesome one, we have so much in store for you guys. And was it just me or did Crissy do a stellar job with her first review/ interview with our blog? I can't wait to see what she's going to read and review next.

Hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend! Be safe and stay classy,

Weekend Roundup (1/23-1/26)

Hello, hello!
Here's what you may have missed this week on The Ink Puddle.

Monday: Review- Matched by Ally Condie, Being Human
Tuesday: Attention: Book Reviewer Wanted
Wednesday: Textbooks on E-Readers?
Thursday: Introducing... Our New Reviewer!

Ask and you shall receive, right? Meg and I didn't expect it to be nearly that easy to find a new reviewer. But we put the post up Tuesday and BAM! Here came Crissy. So everyone please welcome Crissy! If you want to know some more about her, we did an interview with her in our Thursday post, so make sure you check it out. I think you guys will come to find her just as awesome as we are. ;)
On the other side, acknowledging the fact that we did find someone so quickly, if you're someone who is interested but didn't get your notice in, feel free to contact us and we'll work something out. I don't see there being anything wrong with a group hosting this blog. It's much, much easier than one person managing everything, that's for sure!

Thank you for everyone giving me e-reader questions. Between my mini Kindle group I created at work and you guys here, the questions are flooding in. Keep them coming! That's what our Wednesdays are for, to cover your questions and how-tos about e-readers or anything else you might want to know the answer to.

On my last note, have you guys ever played In A Pickle? You can find at Walmart or any basic store for like $10. Basically, it's just awesome. You have cards 5 cards in your hand, 4 cards laid out on the table to play off of and every card you play has to be "in". Such as "There's a nun (card 1) in the haystack (2) in the supermarket (3) in the barn (4)". What?? It's just silly! Especially challenging people: in order for their card to work they have to explain the story in detail and then everyone votes if it can stay or not. So what should you do this weekend? Go play In A Pickle. Because it's awesome and you will laugh sooooo hard.

I hope you guys have a great weekend! We look forward to you guys seeing all of the fun things we have planned for next week.

Weekend Roundup (1/15-1/21)

Hey everyone,
Here's what you may have missed this week on The Ink Puddle!

Sunday: Guest Post- Lawna Mackie
Wednesday: How to Find the Kindle for You, SOPA Blackout
Thursday: Booking Through Thursday
Friday: Review- Of Bees and Mist by Erick Setiawan
Saturday: Review- The Bull Years by Phil Stern

There aren't too many announcements. Simply, I want you all to know that if I'm not very active on here, it's because I'm OVERLOADED with homework and reading with my other classes right now. Hopefully I can spend the next week catching up so things can be back to normal here. But school is kicking my butt, especially being new to this whole working full time thing.

I've been contemplating looking for a new reviewer, someone who's interested in the supernatural genre as we usually cover and likes what The Ink Puddle does. While I'm not sure if we're going to take this step or not, if you're interested, go ahead and send let us know through our Contact Us page. We can always go from there. It's just that with school and work, I love this blog with everything inside me, but it's a lot to keep up for Meg and I. This could possibly be a good way to pick up the slack a little.

Hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!

Weekend Roundup (1/10-1/13)

Hello everyone!
I hope you're having a great weekend. Here's what you may have missed this week on The Ink Puddle.

Tuesday: Authors I Need More Of
Wednesday: Did You Know? (Kindle Fire Edition)
Friday: Give Me by LK Rigel Review, Guest Post: LK Rigel

And that's pretty much that. I can't say there's too much exciting going on or any updates to give you. But if I think of something I will be sure and let you guys know.

We are trying to think of a good giveaway for Valentines day, so as we're thinking, you guys be ready to participate. :)

But I hope that all of you have a fantastic long weekend and I will chinwag you all tomorrow!

Weekend Roundup (1/3-1/6)

Hello everyone!
To begin, this is what you may have missed at The Ink Puddle this week.

Tuesday: Top 10 for 2011/2012
Thursday: The Time Will Come (Meme)
Friday: Guest Post: Sally Lunde-Frommer

What do you all think about the new look? We're very excited! Thank you once again Sara at Lady Jane Designs. If any of you are bloggers who are interested in getting a new look, I would definitely recommend her anyday.

So I know things feel a bit slow, but due to the new look, we're going back through all of our reviews/ guest post/ Wondering on Wednesday posts and changing up the format to make it look nicer. Unfortunately this is very time consuming. But I want you all to know that just because we're quiet doesn't mean we aren't around!

Thank you guys, every single one of you this week for your comments, support and constant involvement. This week has been one of those weeks that remind me why I love to blog. You guys are awesome!

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend, school starts back up next week but we still have a full week planned for you! Meg has a review on Matched by Ally Condie, and we'll even have LK Rigel in for a guest post on Friday along with a review on her book Give Me! So stay tuned.

Weekend Roundup (12/12-12/16)

Good morning!
Here is what you may have missed this week....

Monday: The Infernal Devices, Review: Clockwork Prince by Cassandra Clare
Tuesday: Kindle Fire Issues?
Wednesday: Finding the Deals
Thursday: Christmas Giveaway Reminder
Friday: 2012 Challenges

It's a full week, yet I find myself behind on book reviews. I'm sorry guys, Christmas is throwing me off my game! But, we must be doing something right because we officially have 51 followers!

Mrs. Sara R., one of our amazing followers had the idea of setting up a place that you guys could come and ask us questions if you had any. So, we now have a Formspring widget on the side in yellow. From there, you can ask us anything and we will respond within a day or so! 

We also have a pretty fantastic makeover happening in the next couple of weeks. I contacted Lady Jane Designs and she is creating a layout just for us! I'm stoked and I can't wait to show you guys.

Where are those photos?!
I'm yet to receive any pictures for our ugly sweater contest! Do I need to remind you how awesome this giveaway is? Winner gets a copy of:

Yes, ALL 3 BOOKS! And then runner up gets their choice of a $10.00 gift card to Amazon or B&N.

But I have to have at least 5 people sign up and send in photos to have this contest... so come on everyone! Let's get them in! You only have until Christmas Day! Click here for more details.

So have a great weekend and be sure to spread the word on this contest, and get those pictures in!

Weekend Roundup (12/5-12/9)

Hello!
This has been a pretty exciting week here at The Ink Puddle. We've gained quite a few new members and have had record breaking daily views! I have each and every one of you to thank for your amazing support.
Without further ado... here's what we talked about this week!

Monday: Divergent Movie News, Christmas Giveaway/ Contest
Wednesday: Review: Secrets by Liz Schultz, Uploading Files (Kindle)
Friday: Official 2011 Christmas Readers Gift Giving Guide

Giveaway Details:
Just a reminder that our ugly Christmas sweater contest is going on! (Click here for full details.) 1st place winner will win Divergent by Veronica Roth, Matched by Ally Condie AND Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi. Runner up will recieve a $10.00 gift card to either B&N or Amazon.
Also, if you've already read one of these books, don't let that stop you from entering! If you're our big winner and say you've already read Divergent, we will replace it with another novel. So far M and I have discussed Eve by Anna Carey. But we're also open to suggestions. :)
So send us in these pictures! You only have until Christmas day!

Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend,
J&M

Weekend Roundup (11/28-12/2)

Hey everyone!
Here's what you may have missed this week on The Ink Puddle.

Monday: Pavarti K Tyler's Giveaway
Tuesday: Review: Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare, Clockwork Prince Release!
Wednesday: Nook Color Update
Thursday: Amanda Hocking, Trylle Trilogy News
Saturday: Guest Post: Ashley Dawn

We're pretty excited for some of the posts we have in store for you guys this week! But you'll have to just stay tuned to see. :)
Also, as you can see we changed up our layout again. I'm hoping this has a more professional but still fun feel to it, rather than teeny like how I felt our last layout was. What do you think of our new place?

Hope you guys are having a great weekend!
J&M

Weekend Roundup (11/20-11/25)

Happy weekend everyone!
I hope everyone had a fantastic Thanksgiving and that those of you who were crazy enough to go Black Friday shopping made it out safe and sound with everything you were wanting. :)
Here's what you may have missed this week:

Sunday: Giveaway Opportunity!
Monday: Review: Betrayed by P.C. & Kristen Cast, Breaking Dawn Pt. 1 Movie Review
Wednesday: Kindle Fire Review
Friday: Feature: Lola James

Giveaway: This is THIS COMING MONDAY! And Pavarti has some pretty awesome prizes lined up! All you have to do is click here to sign up. And to find out full details of this giveaway, click here.
Good luck!!

I hope everyone has a great weekend. :)
J&M

Weekend Roundup (11/14-11/18)

Here's what you may have missed on The Ink Puddle this week!

Monday: Random Twilight Facts, Review: Twilight
Tuesday: Review: New Moon
Wednesday: Twilight, OTHER current projects, Review: Eclipse
Thursday: Review: Breaking Dawn
Friday: Feature Friday Recall...

As you can tell, it was a week to celebrate The Twilight Saga since Breaking Dawn Pt 1 came out on Friday. How many of you have already seen the movie? What did you guys think? So far from my Facebook I'm hearing some pretty great things.

Concerning the Feature Friday recall, that whole thing was a mess and I'm so sorry you guys. But due to the situation, I had to take it down. I want everything on this blog to be full of integrity: our reviews, our posts, the people we guest. I want everything to be the best work I can bring to you guys whether it's so you know what books to check out, what e-reader to buy or how to do snazzy things on those e-readers. I'm pretty sure you guys will understand that. :)

Thanks and have a fantastic weekend!
J

Weekend Roundup (11/6-11/13)

Good Morning everyone,
Here's what you missed at The Ink Puddle this week!

Wondering On Wednesday: A new Nook Color is coming out and we have all the details!
Booking Through Thursday: You Respond: E-volution.
Review: City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

Not a very busy week here, but we have more coming your way. Also, I'm working on the whole Twitter thing. I know I need to get on there but to honest, it confuses me. No more excuses. If I can put together a blog, I can network on Twitter. So expect by next weeks Weekend Roundup to have links on how to follow us there!

 And be sure to tune in next week, especially Friday because we have an interview with Daria from Demonsoul that will blow you away! Thanks to Amy Lunderman! If you can't tell, I'm so pumped for this.

Anyway, everyone enjoy your beautiful Sunday!
Until tomorrow,
J&M

Weekend Roundup (10/31-11/4)

Here's what you missed at The Ink Puddle this week!

Monday: Review - Hollowland by Amanda Hocking and The Mortal Instruments Movie Update
Tuesday: Author Spotlight - Ann-Marie King Interview
Wednesday: Book Swim
Thursday: Amazon Prime- NEW Kindle Lending Service
Friday: Review - Happy Birthday to Me Again by Brian Rowe, Feature - Brian Rowe Guest Post

Giveaway: Our Halloween giveaway is now concluded and unfortunately, we did not make our goals so I no prizes are won this time. Don't worry though, I'm already in planning mode for the next giveaway. It will be sometime in December.

Updates: We are currently not taking anymore review requests until the first of the year due to finals, NaNoWriMo and holidays. We're going to spend the time catching up on requests made in the past couple of months that we haven't had the chance to get to.

Also, thank you for being patient with us. Due to this being the first week of NaNoWriMo I was able to still manage the blog a little bit and keep everything else in tact as well. I'm afraid the upcoming couple of weeks won't be as easy though. But from what I've noticed, I'm not the only one stepping back from the blog this week so I hope everyone out there doing NaNo is doing great. Good luck to all of you.

And you have a fantastic weekend. :)

Weekend Roundup (10/24-10/28)

Just in case you missed anything this week, here's what went down at The Ink Puddle.

[Mainstream] Monday - Author Spotlight: Chris Lindberg
Teaser Tuesday - The Iron Knight by Julie Kagawa & Happy Birthday to Me by Brian Rowe
Wondering on Wednesday - Renting Library Books (Nook) &
                                         Review: Happy Birthday to Me by Brian Rowe
Booking Through Thursday - Most Difficult Read
Feature Friday - Julie Kagawa and Review: The Iron King by Julie Kagawa

Giveaways: Don't forget our Halloween Giveaway is going on! Our goal is to reach 50 followers so we need 15 more by October 31st. To get full details, click here.

Freebies: It looks like Hollowland by Amanda Hocking is free today on Smashwords, as well as Glimpse by S.W. Benefiel. Not sure how to use Smashwords or even what it is? We got you, it's all explained here.

Also, a teacher of mine has convinced me to do NaNoWriMo so I'm going to give it a shot this month. Which means since I'll be doing work/ school/ life and this... you may not hear as much from us here at The Ink Puddle throughout November. But I promise you, we're not going anywhere and I'll post as much as I can. :)

See you Monday!
J

Weekend Roundup! (10/17-10/21)

Here's our overview of what went on at The Ink Puddle this week, just in case you missed anything!

Mainstream Monday: Review- Eve by Anna Carey and our random fact of the week
Teaser Tuesday: Craved by Stephanie Nelson
Wondering on Wednesday: Kindle Update
Thursday: Versatile Blogger Award
Feature Friday: Review- Craved by Stephanie Nelson and Stephanie's soundtrack to the book

Giveaways: Don't forget our Halloween Giveaway is going on! Our goal is to reach 50 followers so we need 18 more by October 31st. To get full details, click here.

Until next week!
J&M

Weekend Roundup

This is what happened on The Ink Puddle this week (in case you missed anything...)

Monday: Making Notes on Your E-reader
Tuesday: 3 Month Update/ Memes
Wednesday: Review- Divergent by Veronica Roth
Thursday: How Blogging Changed My Life

I apologize for not making a post for Friday, I barely made it home from school on Thursday because I was so sick. I've been stuck in bed with a bottle of Nyquil, cuddling with my kitty cat. I'm slowly feeling better.

We got a new look for the blog this week. I got a little bit of feedback on what you guys thought. Everyone liking it alright?

Giveaway Info: Don't forget our Halloween Giveaway is going on! Our goal is to reach 50 followers so we need 18 more by October 31st. To get full details, click here.

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!
-J