I have been a bit amiss in posting these, so there will be some over the new few weeks. First is Donna who can be found here on Twitter and here on Instagram. She describes herself as an avid reader, who support authors, She also has a BSc (Hons) in Forensic Science.
What is your earliest reading memory?
This is really embarrassing. I loved reading so much at school, that when I was very little, 5 or so, I was so desperate to read to the teacher that I wouldn’t admit if wet myself, but they noticed and I was so upset that I missed my slot to read.
What was your favourite childhood book?
Has to be the Magic Faraway Tree
What book do you remember reading at school?
First book I really remember reading is Lord of the Flies
What was the book that changed you?
The Flowers in the Attic by Virginia Andrews
Who was the author who helped you discover a whole new genre?
Mark Tilbury and Abattoir of Dreams, a book that changed my life in many ways.
What was the last book that you bought?
The Ravens Mark by Christie J Newport
What was the last book you reread?
Bad to the Bone by Tony J Forder
What was the last book you couldn’t finish?
I can’t remember, I tend to finish 99% of books I start.
The book I am currently reading
Five Down by Tom Sibson
Where do you read?
Usually on my sofa, but I will read absolutely anywhere.
What books/genres do you turn to, to get out of a reading slump?
I will either go back to Harry Potter, or read something funny.
What was your last five-star read?
The Ravens Mark by Christie J Newport, simply stunning read.
How many books do you currently own?
I truly have no idea, I imagine its over a thousand now. Half of those are signed. I have no more space to put new books.
What is the oldest book on your bookshelves?
I think it’s my copies of Roald Dahl books that are barely held together anymore.
What book did you last buy based on the cover?
The Circus of Nightmares by Conrad Jones. Scary clown in front a fair. Fantastic cover, of course…I’ve not actually read it yet!!
What book do you always recommend?
Abattoir of Dreams by Mark Tilbury and The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon. I’ve added Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus just this year.
Another interesting one. I am glad you’ve got some stored up as I haven’t got round to answering the questions for you myself yet!
I have a couple more lined up and must email another three bloggers this week!