What's Cool? Feb Feels presents The Lunar Chronicles!

Let's talk about Cool things!

A lot has happened since the year has started. January was the month where I became--finally--a registered nurse! Last January 23rd, the results of Philippine Nursing Licensure Examination (November 29-30, 2014) has been released and my name was there. It was one of the Coolest thing that has happened to me. Finally, the busy-ness, sacrifices, and all the effort has paid off. It was all worth it! Afterwards, we had a victory party hosted by the review center, took an oath, and last week, finished my IVT training. It was still a long way, but I'm so happy for each of the results. I thank the Lord for all these blessings which makes life more Cool!

There's so much more to tell, actually. But let's get on bookish/blogging stuff! Today's What's Cool? edition is about Feb Feels presents The Lunar Chronicles...and books! Of course. ;D

• Feb Feels presents The Lunar Chronicles

February has come and gone again and The Escapist's highlight? The Lunar Chronicles!

I'm a huge fan of this series written by the brilliant Marissa Meyer and so I have to feature it on Feb Feels. Feb Feels might be Valentine-themed event but that doesn't mean it's only about contemporary romance. This time, I featured what I love. And the MAJOR FEELS between Cinder-Prince Kai, Scarlet-Wolf, and Cress-Thorne!!

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who once again supported and been excited on this event! Thanks also--and most especially--to Marissa Meyer for writing such an amazing series and for the signed copy of Fairest for the giveaway!

Here's what happened in Feb Feels presents The Lunar Chronicles in case you've missed it. ;)

Feb. 12th - Scarlet review

Feb. 14th - Cress review

Feb. 15th - Interview with Marissa Meyer + Giveaway 

Feb. 16th - Fairest review

• Book haul!

For review:
A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E Schwab 
The Glass Arrow by Kristen Simmons
Frostfire by Amanda Hocking (review)
Vendetta by Catherine Doyle - ARC (review)
Fairest by Marissa Meyer (review)
The Dolls by Kiki Sullivan - ARC

My hardcover copy of A Darker Shade of Magic comes with a signed poster (back-to-back US and UK covers). I am also part of #ADSOM Londons tour + a giveaway of what you're seeing in this photo. *winks* Tour stop would be on March 8th!


Thank you so much Tor Books/Teen, Macmillan International, Scholastic Philippines, and Usborne!

• eBook haul

I restrained myself from requesting on Netgalley and Edelweiss for so long..until recently. Now I'm overwhelmed with the number of eBooks I got in just a couple of weeks! Good luck, eyes. Yay or yikes?

For review (all ARCs):

Duplicity by N.K Traver

Breathe, Annie, Breathe by Miranda Keneally

City Love by Susane Coloasanti

The Orphan Queen by Jodi Meadows

The Storyspinner by Becky Wallace

Dreamfire by Kit Alloway

The Summer of Chasing Mermaids by Sarah Ockler

One of the Guys by Lisa Aldin (review)

Halfway Perfect by Julie Cross and Mark Perini

In A World Just Right by Jen Brooks

Thanks to Sourcebooks, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Spencer Hill Contemporary, and Edelweiss + Netgalley!

• Upcoming tours

There are several tours stopping by The Escapist soon! You can also check out the schedule updates on the Calendar page.

March 5th - Blog Tour (Review): Vendetta by Catherine Doyle (NOW LIVE!)

March 8th - Blog Tour (Feature + Giveaway): A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E Schwab

April 6th - Blog Tour (Review + Giveaway): Captive by Brighton Walsh

May 8th - Blog Tour (Review + Excerpt + Giveaway): Halfway Perfect by Julie Cross and Mark Perini

• The Escapist: Road to 3rd Year Ad Promo

Calling all authors, publishers, businessmen/women, everyone!

Did you know that The Escapist is turning 3 soon? Yes, it is! Time flies, I know, so you should also hurry and post your ad on the blog today because:

If you post your ad TODAY, it will be up there UNTIL MAY 31st! And you only have to spend $50 for 3 months of ad! Plus, I'm going to feature your ad (or whatever you want) on a post. You won't just posting an ad and be featured on the blog, but you'll also help with the upcoming blogoversary giveaway! Doesn't it sound lovely? Click HERE for more info (banner sizes, etc.) OR you can shoot me an email now at michelleshoutsrandom.blog@gmail.com !

Note: You don't have to be bookish-related to post an ad. For all types of ad, please note that my blog is family friendly. No sensual, alcohol, or cigarette images/ad is allowed. Thank you.

• Trade

I'm trading my copies of Grave Mercy (PB) and Dark Triumph (HB) by Robin LaFevers. You can check out my list here or you can send me your list of books willing to trade. You must be from the Philippines or have a PH address, don't need to be a blogger. The trader who has the books I want the most will have mine. :)

I've never read them but they've been on my shelf for 2 years, I think. It doesn't have torn, written, folded pages, or bent spine. Both are protected with plastic covers. You can contact me via Twitter (@michellesedeno) or email (michelleshoutsrandom.blog@gmail.com).

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