Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme that was created over at The Broke and the Bookish! This week’s topic is books that you want Santa to bring! I very rarely ask for books because no one knows what books to buy and it is just easier to ask for gift cards. That being said, I would be thrilled to see any of these books under the tree!
Uncommon Type by Tom Hanks
Who doesn’t love Tom Hanks? I am always a little reluctant when it comes to books written by celebrities but I have no doubt that this will be fantastic! I have heard so many amazing things about this collection of short stories. This is the book that I am most excited about!
Kids of Appetite by David Arnold
I recently read and love Mosquitoland by David Arnold and a few people highly recommended his other book. The synopsis sounds fantastic! I just have to share part of it!
This is a story about:
1. A coded mission to scatter ashes across New Jersey.
2. The momentous nature of the Palisades in winter.
3. One dormant submarine.
4. Two songs about flowers.
5. Being cool in the traditional sense.
6. Sunsets & ice cream & orchards & graveyards.
7. Simultaneous extreme opposites.
8. A narrow escape from a war-torn country.
9. A story collector.
10. How to listen to someone who does not talk.
11. Falling in love with a painting.
12. Falling in love with a song.
13. Falling in love.
A Gathering of Shadows/A Conjuring of Light by V.E. Schwab
I really enjoyed A Darker Shade of Magic and can not wait to continue on with the series. I have heard that I will want to read A Conjuring of Light as soon as I am finished A Gathering of Shadows so I would love to get them both at the same time!
The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden
This is a book that everyone is talking about and I just know that I am going to love! I am hoping to buy the second book as well!
Hunting Prince Dracula by Kerri Maniscalco
The first book, Stalking Jack the Ripper, took me by complete surprise! I did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did. I adore Thomas and Audrey Rose and can not wait to read more about them!
The Girl With the Red Balloon by Katherine Locke
This book is historical fiction and involves time travel. That is all that I need to know!
Tin Man by Sarah Winman
Simon @ Savidge Reads absolutely loves this books and I trust his opinion. I love that the synopsis says that this is almost a love story. I am so intrigued!
Nyxia by Scott Reintgen
2017 was the year that I discovered my love for science fiction. I have seen so many rave reviews and I have a good feeling about this book.
Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
I feel like I am the only person who has yet to read Strange the Dreamer. This books seems to a favourite of many book bloggers. As an added bonus, the cover is absolutely stunning!
Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward
This book was one of my most anticipated releases of the year, and I can not believe that I have not purchased it for myself yet. The reviews have been spectacular and I have high hopes for this one.
The Uncommon Type is the only book that I actually asked for this year, because I just feel weird about making Christmas lists! I always love what my friends and family give to me without me having to even ask! These are books that I would love to purchase (maybe with gift cards) for myself before the end of the year!
These are all such excellent titles! I heard about Nyxia on a podcast I listen to and have been looking forward to reading it – I’m glad it’s on other people’s radar, too. I hope you get all the books you’ve wished for. 🙂
Thank you so much Kelsey! I hope we both enjoy Nyxia!
I’ve entered so many book giveaways for Uncommon Type it is unreal! I was tempted to go to the event at the Southbank as he was giving a talk, Q&A and signed copies were included when buying a ticket! However, tickets were £80!!!
Ah that would have been amazing but too expensive!
You are not alone! I still need to read Strange the Dreamer 😉 Fantastic list by the way!
Thank you! I have a feeling Strange the Dreamer will be on a ton of favourites lists this year!
Great list! And I’m so thrilled you included Nyxia! That book does NOT get the love it deserves! Happy reading!
Ah that is so good to hear!!
For sure! I look forward to your future review!
So many of these books are on my wishlist too, especially the rest of the Shades of Magic series – such a great list!
Thank you! I am very excited about the Shade of Magic series!
Historical fiction and time travel sounds amazing! And I had Strange the Dreamer on my list too!
I know! I am so intrigued!
Awesome list! I agree that asking for books isn’t always the best…my family doesn’t know what I have/haven’t read or what I’d like, so I always just ask for Barnes & Noble gift cards! 😉
Yes gift cards for a book store really make for great gifts!
I absolutely loved Strange the Dreamer and The Bear and the Nightingale! I hope you get all the books on your list Kristin!🤗
Thank you so much! I am so excited about both of those books!
Sing, Unburied, Sing made it to my list too 😀 and I so want that edition of Strange the Dreamer. It is just so beautiful!
I hope you get the books on your wishlist 🙂
My TTT: http://flippingthruthepages.com/2017/12/top-ten-tuesday-ten-books-hope-santa-brings/
Strange the Dreamer is gorgeous! Thank you!
Yeah it is 😊
I bought gathering of shadows for Christmas last year and I STILL HAVEN’T READ IT YET! Ugh. Procrastination. A darker shade of magic was perfect and I don’t want to ruin it!
I’m really hoping to get around to reading strange the dreamer soon too. Sounds amazing.
My ttt is here : https://everthecrafter.wordpress.com/2017/12/19/top-ten-books-on-kindle-unlimited
I own so many books that I have yet to read! I don’t know why I put certain books off!
I see SO MANY beautiful things on this list! I would honestly die to get any of these for Christmas! Did you see the Collector’s cover of A Darker Shade of Magic?? That ADSOM edition is THE DREAM!!! I am so excited about finishing that series, but you’re so right about lusting for that cover and special content!! It is 100% more beautiful than the original ones. I think the dark background suits better!
My TTT: https://bookslikewolves.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2017/12/19/Blogmas-19-Books-I-Want-My-Future-Children-To-Read
Yes! The collector’s edition is GORGEOUS!
Good list!! I hope you receive all the books you want this year. Happy holidays!!
Here’s my TTT post for the week: http://captivatedreader.blogspot.com/2017/12/top-ten-tuesday-top-ten-books-i-hope.html
Thank you so much Lisa! Same to you!
I can’t make my mind up about Uncommon Type. The reviews have been a bit mixed. I was thinking maybe it would be best as an audio.
Nyxia and Strange the Dreamer are very good. I hope you manage to get copies.
I’m sure it’s a great audiobook. I love his voice!
Thank you. I hope so too!
The cover for The Bear and the Nightingale is so gorgeous! Laini Taylor’s book is also striking.
I am a sucker for a stunning cover!
I still need to read Strange the Dreamer as well. I bought it months and months ago but it is still sitting unread on the bookshelf.
I’ve heard great things about it! Even if I don’t get to it for awhile it is such a pretty book it would look great on my shelves.
It does look beautiful on the shelves. I’m looking forward to seeing the cover for the second one.
I’ve never read anything by David Arnold but just from the synopsis I really want to read Kids of Appetite. Hope you get these under your tree! 🙂
He’s a fantastic writer! Thank you!
Ooh I hope Santa brings you both A Gathering of Shadows and A Conjuring of Light, because they are both amazing!
My TTT: https://jjbookblog.wordpress.com/2017/12/19/top-ten-tuesday-138/
Me too! Can’t wait to read them!
Great list! I’ve been seeing great things for The Bear and the Nightingale and, although it’s not my typical style of book, I’d really like to read it. Merry Christmas!!
Merry Christmas to you as well! I have such high hopes for The Bear and the Nightingale!
I’m reading A Conjuring of Light right now, and I love it. I hope you get all these!
Thank you. So happy you are enjoying it!
The Girl With the Red Balloon and Kids of Appetite look interesting. I have heard lots about Sing, Unburied, Sing. Hopefully you get some great books this Christmas! 🙂
Thank you so much!
Great list! I just bought Sing, Unburied Sing and The Bear and the Nightingale, and I’m really looking forward to reading them! I just read Hunting Prince Dracula and loved it! It was just fantastic. Strange the Dreamer is on my list too. 😊 I hope you get everything on your list! 🎄🎅🎄❤
Thank you Stephanie! I can not wait to see what you think of Sing Unburied Sing and The Bear and the Nightingale!
You’re welcome! And thanks!! I’m really looking forward to them!
I ha ven’t read any of these but I do have a copy of Nyxia I want to get to 😊
I have heard great things about it!
Merry Christmas! I hope you get some of your wish list books as gifts! I’d love to hear how you like the Tom Hanks book. 🙂
Thank you! Merry Christmas to you as well! I will definitely post my thoughts on it!
Ooh great list!! I really hope you get everything on it 🙂 And I loved the Darker Shade of Magic series and Bear and the Nightingale- hope you enjoy them if you get them 😀 I’ve heard great things about sing unburied sing too 🙂
Thank you! I am really excited to finish the Darker Shade of Magic trilogy. It is definitely on my to do list for 2018!
You’re welcome! Brilliant 😀