Boy, does it feel good to be back! I love writing without schedules and deadlines. I can however get a little lost in everyday tasks and put it away till the next day. Next thing I know, it's been two weeks and I haven't written a sentence! So I thought, what better way to start my week than with the only thing that rivals my passion for writing?... reading!
I used to have this self-imposed rule: Never begin a new book if I hadn't finished the last one! Result: I ended up with a half-read book for a year. With time, I've discovered I can read several books simultaneously and in fact, I like reading different books according to different circumstances, places, seasons and moods (Yes, I am one of those cliché readers who enjoys cuddling with a cup of hot chocolate and a holiday novel right around christmas! Or that sexy summer novel I'll take to the beach...) In case you we were wondering, Yes, I've heard about kindles, Ipads, and the whole e-book craze, and yes I do occasionally download a few titles, which I will mostly turn to, during my waiting hours. These I will read on my devices at school, in traffic, at work...but most of the time you will see me carrying a dishevelled good old book, pages falling apart and all.
For the past few months, my reading material has built up on my night stand. Today I'm in bed with a cold from hell and decided to catch up a bit, in both reading and writing about it.
By now you know I am no stranger to guides. In fact I love guides. Style guides, travel, cooking, fashion, parenting, whatever you can turn into a guide I will buy. This week is dedicated to the latest titles I'm loving,. So much, some are my second time around, so pick the one that best suits your interests and lifestyle and read on!
Today's Pick:
1. THE EVERYGIRL'S GUIDE TO LIFE, Maria Menounos
You gotta love this girl! Maria Menounos is the ultimate down to earth, no-nonsense EveryGirl next door. This guide is a literal lifesaver, and the very best part? it feels like it has been written by your best friend!. Her tips include matters of the heart, family and friendship, organization, beauty, makeup, fitness, travelling, décor and well-being. Born into a working class immigrant family, Maria is not only talented and gorgeous inside out, but has managed to keep her feet on the ground even in La La Land. She is a busy busy girl who still manages to do her own hair and makeup for her TV gig. Her EveryGirl Mottos are the perfect starting point to this guide and keeps coming back to them throughout the book.
You'll love her tips for building your dream closet, home renovatings, office organizing essentials, her nail, hair, beauty, and five-minute makeup routine, red carpet looks, avorite beauty products and her lazy woman's workout. I especially loved her chapter on EveryGirl's emotional foundation, health and well-being. You might also find her recipes quick and easy to whip up, healthy and yummy.
I love the layout of the book in general, and the pictures remind me of those I might snap with my phone to share with my friends on Instagram. A recurrent read you'll devour over and over, and might want to keep on your night stand year round! It has definitely earned it's permanent spot on my nightstand!
XO!
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