Welcome and Introductions

[cdehn]

Hi,

This is my 2nd First Look teen bookclub. I'm Catherine from Anoka, MN and run a teen bookclub so I am anxious to read the selection Before I Fall. If you were a stranger and read the last two sentences I wrote, they're pretty funny! Anyway, I'm ready and waiting.

[JennM14]

Hi everyone!!  I'm Jenn, a 30-something Mom of 2, love YA books!  This is my very first time taking part in the B&N Book Clubs.  Looking forward to getting this book in the mail and getting started!!

[agnijay]

Hello, I'm Jaya (obviously) and I am a teenager... I seem to be one of the only ones here; strange.

It's great to meet you all. I'm an r-mod here, but I don't think my privelages extend pass Teen Reads, where I serve as a deputy. I've been on the boards since just before the release of DH, and Harry Potter is my favorite book.

I look forward to reading this selection!

[ambika22]

Hello everybody !

Im ambika (duh) and this is my first time participating in a Teen First Look, i have read beautiful reviews about this book and i cant wait to put my hands on it! I hope im still on time~

Im from Spain, i really like to read YA books, i also like urban fantasy and all kinds of paranormal books.

Nice to meet you all!

[milkamilka]

Hey, I'm Milka, 18 year old book lover from extremely snowy and cold Finland. This is my first time participating in this Teen First Look Club. I love reading and discussing about the books I've read so I think this is a perfect place for me. I also love to blog reviews and other stuff to my book blog. Can't wait to read this book, I added it a while ago to my TBR list since it sounds really good.

[StarShadow]

I just noticed I didnt get a chance to write about me all that much. So I will fill in some of the missing peices, I live in Southern Maine with my wonderful Bf, and my 4 year old son...I grew up actually reading mystery and thriller type books, then life happened and I didnt really read all that much... After I met my wonderful BF, I got back into books *he has a passion for books* Which got me back into them, Now I really enjoy the Young Adult books as well as some Paranormal and Urban Romance Types of books so I am very excited to read this book it has as I said, Been on my TBR list for quite some time. Our whole life revolves around books now, We read, my son is learning to read as well, so its fun getting to teach him how wonderful books are.

I also am a avid blogger, focusing more on Authors and there books then just reviews. I enjoy it. My blog can be found at www.star-shadowcreativeconcepts.blogspot.com Hope to see you all around the blogosphere as well as discussing this book with all of you.

[jb70]

Hi,

I'm Jill and I am a stay at home mom to 4 children, my oldest is 6 and youngest is 1, so when I have free time I love to read.  I discovered First Look in August and that led me to blogging about books (after looking at some of the great blogs other readers in the discussion had).  I am having fun finding some creative time for me and escaping a bit in the comfort of my own home.  I've always loved to read but I'm enjoying being introduced to authors and books I might not have come across on my own.  Can't wait to give this one a try!

Jill

http://bookbookseverywhere.blogspot.com/

[HBT]

I am a mother of 4 who thinks reading is super important and read with my kids everyday. The ages go from 2 to 10 so I read many different level of books and I am always looking for new authors and good books for them (and me).

[Kimmes]

Hi everyone!  I am Kim and I live in Minnesota.  I am the mother of 5 and an avid reader (when I have time).  This is my first "first look" and I am so excited!  Cannot wait to see what the process is like!

[tweezle]

Hi! I'm Theresa and I'm a YA reader. It's one of my favorite genres

[thewanderingjew]

I just wanted to say kudos to all of you young women who are able to stay at home and raise your children. How wonderful it is for both you and your children. Keep on reading to them and bonding with them.

Those that have to work to put food on the table are exceptional in their own way since they have to be breadwinner and mommy too. I also applaud them.

[Ginaaisrad]

I'm not sure how to do this. this is my first time on something like this. And I'm looking forward to find books a new way!

[jabrkeKB]

I live in NW NJ and I work in a middle school. I lke to read YA fiction to keep current with my teenage daughters. I especially enjoyed the Harry Potter and Twilight series.

This book sounds interesting and thought provoking.

Thanks BN

[dbug_13]

Hi everybody! I just received my confirmation email, and I'm excited to get to be a part of this discussion. I participated in the last First Look for teens, and I really enjoyed it. Reading is one of my favorite things to do. Also, Before I Fall looks really interesting! I can't wait to get started!

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Edit*  I forgot to tell you about myself the first time I posted this message! Duh. I am a 17 year old senior from Ohio, and I play the alto saxophone in band. My favorite color is green, and, as aforementioned in my first paragraph, I love to read--especially books of the fantasy genre.

[Erin_H]

Hello! My name is Erin and this is my first time participating in the First Look Book Club. My passion is singing and I love to read just as much as I love to sing so that should tell you something I'm 26 years old and I'm working on getting my masters in Information and Library Science. I've heard some really great things about Before I Fall and I can't wait to read it and discuss it with all of you.

[emstclair]

Hello!  I'm Erin, 26, from Christiansburg, VA.  I love to read YA books and am very excited to participate in this selection.  This will be my first Teen First Look, but my second First Look overall. I can't wait to receive this book and start reading!

[Melissa_W Moderator]

Hey all,

I'm the r-mod for "Literature by Women" and I've been in oodles of First Look's.  Before I Fall looks to be a fantastic read -  a great premise, IMO.

Paul, if worse-comes-to-worst and you need the ARCs I can always bum QueenofZone2's copy when she's done with it - we work for the same store (I did send a sign-up PM)

[mwallslawson]

Hi all!

I'm Melissa & new to the book clubs on here. I'm just finishing my master's in library science, specializing in YA librarianship, and a former high school English teacher (possibly future, too... we'll see).  This is a book that's on my TBR list, like a lot of you, and also like most of you I am a huge lover of YA lit. 

Erm... random facts: I volunteer for The Leaky Cauldron (a Harry Potter website), I play clarinet and sing soprano, I laugh a lot, and if I get bored you can generally detect slow-motion tap dancing.

Looking forward to discussing this one with you all! =D

You can find my full reading list over at http://www.goodreads.com/mlwl.

[Paul_Hochman]

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Melissa_W wrote:

Hey all,

I'm the r-mod for "Literature by Women" and I've been in oodles of First Look's.  Before I Fall looks to be a fantastic read -  a great premise, IMO.

Paul, if worse-comes-to-worst and you need the ARCs I can always bum QueenofZone2's copy when she's done with it - we work for the same store (I did send a sign-up PM)

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No way, Melissa. I'll send you my copy if need be!

[mrsareads]

Hi My name is Meredith and I live in Michigan. I taught 5-8th grade literature and sit on our local library board. I am looking forward to reading this book, the discussion, and getting to share a new book with others.