Tuesday 31 May 2016

The Goodreads Tag.

As someone who reads quite often especially both for university and for fun, I use Goodreads a great deal. I use the website often to store my opinions on books that I have read and to search for any possible future reads. Hence why I have decided to do 'The Goodreads Tag'. 

1. What was the last book you marked as 'read'?


Trumpet by Jackie Kay.
This is one of the novels that I finished most recently however this was one that I was required to read for my university course. Kay's novel tells the story of the death of one of the main characters who is revealed to have been living a lie all of his life(I'm not going to give any spoilers). Now reflecting back, I honestly did enjoy this book and loved exploring the theme of gender within it. 

2. What was the last book you marked as 'to read'?


Boys Of Summer by Jessica Brody
I added this to my 'to read' list as just from looking at the cover it looked like an idea book to read within the summer. Not only does the cover look promising but so does the blurb. 

3. What book do you plan to read next?


Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

I've been intending to get around to reading this novel ever since it first came out but sadly never got round to it. Hence through rereading the premise I've decided that this certainly will be the book that I read next. 

4. Do you use the star rating?
Once I've finished a book, I always use the star rating upon the website. I find it a nice method for helping fellow readers to decide whether they want to read the book or not. 

5. Are you doing a 2016 reading challenge?
I'm actually not this year as I haven't been expecting to read much as I've been super busy at university however I definitely shall be doing one next year. 

6. Do you have a wishlist?
I don't actually, as I also don't have one on Amazon either. 

7. What book do you plan to buy next?


Caspar Lee by Caspar Lee and Emily Riordan Lee

I'm actually rather excited to get my hands on this book as I absolutely love Caspar so I'm definitely going to purchase this soon.

8. Do you have any favourite quotes, would you like to share a few?

"Gatsby believed in the green light, the orgastic future that year by year recedes before us. It eluded us then, but that's no matter- tomorrow we will run faster, stretch out our arms farther...And one fine morning- So we beat on , boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past" - F. Scott Fitzgerald. 

9. Who are your favourite authors?

Here is a short list of some of my favourite authors: F. Scott Fitzgerald, John Green, Cassandra Clare and Abbi Glines. 

10. Have you joined any groups?

I actually haven't joined any groups. 

11. How many shelves do you have on Goodreads?

I only have one shelf on the website. 

-Natalie. 





Sunday 29 May 2016

Favourite Youtubers.


While growing up Youtube has played a very important part in my life. I have spent many, many hours over the years watching Youtube video after video and I can honestly say I don't regret one minute of it. Therefore I've decided to write this blog post to share some of my favourite youtubers with you. 

Will Darbyshire (579,000 subscribers)

I've been subscribed to Will's channel for awhile now and have always been amazed by the quality of his videos. Each video that he has uploaded is very aesthetically pleasing and the topic of each video is often interesting. Some of my personal favourites are: Depression , Feeling Lost and A Letter To My Future Wife

Joe Weller (3.2 million subscribers)

I was firstly introduced to Joe and his channel through Alfie Deyes who did a video about youtubers he would recommend and Joe was one of them. After watching just one of Joe's videos I was hooked especially because of his sarcastic humour. Videos I would recommend: Prank Calling Youtubers, Do Your Parents Do This? and Proof I'm An Internet Melt

ThatcherJoe (6.7 million subscribers)

I have been subscribed to Joe's channel since when he first started which wasn't long after I had watched him do the Sibling Tag on Zoe's channel. Joe's videos are often very humorous as many contain him playing pranks on people especially on Caspar. Thus his videos are the perfect remedy for if you are feeling down. Videos that I'd definitely recommend watching: Singing Impressions With Conor Maynard,Prank Calls With My Sister  and ThatcherJoe Does That 'Candy' Video.  

Zoella (10.4 million subscribers)

Till this very day, I'm still very proud of how far Zoe has came. The first video of hers that I actually remember watching was the 'Sibling Tag' in which she also introduced us to Joe Sugg (Thatcher Joe). I'm always going to be a massive fan of Zoe and will forever support her through her journey. Videos I would recommend: Boyfriend VS Brother, Vlogging At 11 Years Old, and The Suggs Christmas Past.

 Sprinkleofglitter (2.48 million subscribers)

My love for Louise is also very similar to the love that I have for Zoe. I find that since Louise is an extremely likable person who is very down to earth and funny, that her videos have became a joy to watch. I love her friendships that she has with many of the other Youtubers such as Zoe, Marcus and Alfie. Videos I would recommend: Louise or Zoe, and Giving Zoe Her Christmas Presents

-Natalie. 

Tuesday 24 May 2016

My recently most played songs.


Recently I've been listening to a few new songs so I thought I'd write a blog post to recommend them to you.



Hair by Little Mix & Sean Paul
As usual Little Mix have released yet another catchy pop song which you struggle to get out of your head. This song has definitely became one of my favourites, and I must admit I do listen to it every day. 



All My Friends by Snakehips (& Tinashe and Chance The Rapper)
Now this song has often been played during pres lately so it is now a song which I associate with good times and being very drunk. 



Work From Home by Fifth Harmony
Personally I feel as if this song is very similar to Rihanna's Work but it doesn't make me love the song any less.


Cheap Thrills by Sia & Sean Paul
I'm guessing it's no surprise that Sia features somewhere on this list as every song that she brings out is always very popular. I find this song very catchy and love the fact that Sean Paul actually features on the track. 


Sex by Cheat Codes x Kriss Kross
At this very moment in time I'd possibly say that this is my favourite song at the moment. The house yet also summer vibe to the song makes it very catchy and memorable.

These are only a few of the songs that I find myself listening to a great deal to at the moment but I thought that I'd recommend them to you. 

-Natalie x