Tis the season to be jolly! Get those Christmas tunes going and rock those fabulous festive jumpers. It’s been the strangest year yet, one that all of us would like to put behind. However, while the world will likely look at the bad that came from 2020, I think it’s important to celebrate the little victories that kept us going. It could be something as simple as discovering a new band, finding a new hobby, or just making it through the day, but these moments are worth cherishing.
It seems this blogger was at her most inactive in terms of content creation in November. However, I’m a firm believer in quality over quantity. Admittedly, it’s been a slumpy month in general. Nevertheless, this girl is determined to end the year on a high, but before that, here’s what I got up to in November.
Review
1st: Haikyuu Vol. 1 – 4 Manga Review
“It’s about the underdogs, the overachievers, the team-players, but most of all it’s a story of perseverance.
It’s impressive to see how the anime takes the art of the manga and brings it to life. It’s a testament to the vivid characterisation and depth found within the manga that makes it so easy to translate onto the screen. The fluidity of the story is immersive and addicting, making this reader eager to follow the rise of Karasuno’s High School Volleyball team.“
Books
- 10th: Top Ten Tuesday – Book Titles That Would Makes Great Song Titles
- 18th: Discussion – How to Motivate Yourself To Read
Music
- 23rd: Midnight Music – Weekly Playlist #1
November Highlights
Books: So, I’m between two books at the moment. The first, is my continuation of the manga version of Haikyu. I’m currently on the 6th volume and it’s still the one of the most uplifting series I’ve ever read. The second book, Jade War, has already proved to be a stressful reading experience. In the first three chapters we’ve gone from pure rage, heartache, and panic. It’s one hell of a reading experience and it’s gonna crush me.
Music: As music goes, SPYAIR is still my artist of the month, probably the year at this point, even if Spotify disagrees. However, I’ve also had a sprinkle of SUPERBEAVER and Biffy Clyro come into my playlist to break things up. Now, with the new music feature on the blog, you can guarantee you’ll get to see more of what I’ve been listening to.
TV & Film: November has been the slowest month in terms of TV/Film watching. Though, I did start La Casa de Papel, which has proven to be quite addictive when I do get the chance to watch it. However, now that we’ve hit December, you can expect plenty of holiday movies playing to get me in that festive mood.
Life: November just seems like a blur at this point. I don’t really know what I’ve done beyond work. Some feelings have cropped up in the month, mostly surrounding my frustration on the lack of direction in my life. It’s just one of those feelings where you just feel stuck and you don’t know how to get out of that place. So, in these bizarre times, my solution is to get the headphones on and listen to songs that put me at ease.
Favourite Posts in November
- The Orangutan Librarian wonders when can you dismess criticism?
- Kristin @ Kristin Kraves Books shares gift ideas for book lovers.
- Lauren @ Northern Plunder shares some advice on the importance of self-promotion.
- Vicky @ Vicky Again created a super fun post that matches East Asian Snacks to books.
- Briana @ Pages Unbound shares 7 Ways to Boost Book Bloggers
- Shealea @ Shut Up Shealea provides recommendations for diversifying your bookshelf.
- Lashaan @ Bookidote spotlights the greatness of video gaming.
- Kat @ Life and Other Disasters offers some tips and tricks to improve your Watercolour art skills. Be sure to check out her incredible artwork too.
- Amber, Lynell, Ari & Nick came together to announce the first ever annual Swoon Awards where you can vote for all of your favourite romance novels.
- Marie @ Drizzle and Hurricane Books tells is why she believes book bloggers should get paid.
- Kal @ Reader Vocarious shares 5 ways we can support the Typhoon Relife efforts in the Philippines.
December Plans
Tis the season to be jolly and this is my favourite time of year so I’m going to be as festive and jolly as can be. This girl still hasn’t started her Christmas shopping yet, so that’s the priority at the moment. The pain is having both brothers celebrate their birthdays in this month, so it’s double the spending. Here’s hoping we can finish the year on a high. Remember to stay safe, be mindful, sensible, and enjoy.
Side Note – I’m also on a mission to finish Jade War.
My Midnight Musing 
oh wow isn’t that so much fun? Birthdays plus Christmas? That must take a hit LOL Good luck with that, I swear boys are so much more difficult to shop for. Hope you have a great December.
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My brothers are a pain. I’m just glad I’ve finished my shopping now.
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Your love for Haikyuu makes me want to drop everything I’m reading just to catch up on all the fun too hahaha Glad to hear Jade War has been doing exactly what I expect it to do to you now too! 😛 Thank you for the shout-out and I hope December will prove to be a bit… quieter… if that’s even possible! 😉 Happy reading and stay safe! 😀
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I never thought a show/manga about volleyball would be so endearing and punch me in the feels. Jade War is putting me through the wringer though. So stressful haha.
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wonderful post!!
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Thank you. 😀
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I am just here sitting all giddy and hoping you’ll dive into Dash and Lily soon hehe
But you are right! It is necessary to look at the good and little victories as well. I liked that little reminder a lot, because it was tough to do that sometimes this year ❤ I am, for one, very very glad to have you as a friend!
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I genuinely do not know where the time has gone this month. I feel so unorganised haha.
Small victories make all the difference. 😀 ❤
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