I hope you've got a smile on your face, because I certainly have!
I've been inspired to a create a little series on my blog. I'm going to be doing monthly book reviews! Isn't that exciting?! (well, if you're an avid reader like me, I hope it is)
I've been an avid reader since I learnt to read. I started with Horrible Henry books when I was around 7, and always had books since then. Now, I have two bookcases in my room, because the one I was bought for Christmas, not even a year old yet, is packed full of paperbacks. I've always loved literature. I love words and being able to string them together. Now, I don't think it's much of a surprise I've been writing continuously for the past three years, whether it be writing about my life or a story based on characters that wander round my brain on a 24 hour basis.
I like it. It challenges me, but also fills me with confidence.
For the past three years, I've been told that my talent lies in writing. I like to think that my circumstances (being in a wheelchair, basically) is great material for my writing endeavours. Let's just say that before I started writing on a regular basis, I couldn't muster the courage to outright state that my circumstances didn't bother me. And at the time, being in a wheelchair really did get to me, but now, I believe that through words, I can hopefully inspire people that may or may not be in the same situation as me. I've been through so much in my life and being in a wheelchair has taught me so much. It taught me that mentally, I could gain strength and get over whatever was "blocking" me.
Books have always given me an insight into life. Made me realise things I probably wouldn't have realised for a long time if I hadn't read some of those books. This is why I love books so much. Some say that books are an escape route, I would agree to some extent, but it can also make you reflect on your own life. That's why I love books.
I'm excited to say that sometime in November will be the first official monthly book review! Eeek! I'll be reviewing The Time of My Life by Cecelia Ahern.
I hope you all have a lovely week!
Love and hugs,
Maisie xox