TAKING A LONG BLOG BREAK

So, I've decided to take a blog break.

Currently I'm not sure as to whether this will be a permanent thing or just for a few months, but recently it's come to my attention that there is way too much going on in my life right now in terms of work, my own writing and other hobbies for me too keep it up, and that something has to go.

I've been book blogging for quite some time now - the best part of a decade actually - and I've loved it. It's been a great outlet, a great place to share my love of books with others, read ARCs of upcoming releases, and meet some fantastic people, such as authors, publishers and fellow book lovers. I've always been a big reader and so being able to blog about one of my biggest passions has been amazing.

That said, it does take up a lot of time, and currently, it's time I don't have much of. I have a full-time job, and I'm also a writer. I'm going to be starting a new novel soon. Promoting a novel takes up a lot of time too. Add to that other interests, such as exercise and reading (and being a book blogger, there is always a huge TBR pile), and it doesn't leave me with much time to wind down after a busy week. Book blogging can often feel like an additional job. Sometimes, I'm exhausted.

After recently taking up another sport-related hobby I have decided that if I want to do it, then I will need to give up something else. And sadly, it seems as though book blogging will have to be The One.

I've been blogging about books for a long time now, and I would much rather give it up than run a blog that's practically inactive. I have spent a long time reading and sharing and being part of a fantastic community but for now, I'm going to have to take a step back.

Thank you for reading, and goodbye for now!

Elle x

Happy New Year!

2017 is drawing to a close and I'd just like to wish a massive HAPPY NEW YEAR to all the readers, writers and fellow bloggers out there! It really has been a fantastic year filled with so many new books and authors, and 2018 is already looking set to be a good one!

Hope everyone has a wonderful night - see you next year!

Welcome to my new blog - SUPER HEROINES!

For me, September has always been a pretty decent time to make changes. Most people might see the new year as the perfect opportunity to start anew, leaping excitedly into January with a fresh set of goals and the warm feeling of starting a new chapter (and perhaps, a bit too much champagne).

Personally, though? It's all about September. Maybe it has something to do with the shifting of the seasons; darker evenings, colder weather, cosy nights in with a good book. It could be that the back-to-school nostalgia has been invoked, reminiscent of a time when a new term would begin, new stationery would be bought and a fresh feeling would hang in the chilly air.

So it's only natural that I'd choose this time decide to give my blog an entire new look. And name. Yes, it's time for a big change - hence, welcome to Super Heroines!

In case you're wondering, I re-launched my blog on September 12th. It's something I've been thinking of doing for a while, and finally decided to just go for it, for a few reasons:

One - I felt as though the site needed updating - I'd been running Uncovered for three years, and although I loved the design, felt it was getting a bit old-fashioned. I wanted to give it a complete overhaul, so it could not have been a better time to work on something fresh.

Two - I fell in love with the name. I'm a huge comic-book fan, so it's no surprise where that name came from, but more specifically, I feel as though it sums up what I want in a book blog. One of the best aspects of book blogging is finding books with amazing, kick-ass leading ladies. And their awesome authors too!

When I started reviewing books many years ago, I focused mainly on 'chick-lit'. It's fun, it makes me happy, and even though I read absolutely anything I can get my hands on, chick-lit has been my go-to genre. However, I've been wanting to blog about other books I read, such as thrillers, mystery, crime and sometimes YA, and not have a particular emphasis on one specific genre.

My older posts will still remain, but from this point on, Super Heroines will take over. This blog is dedicated to the super ladies of literature - writers and characters alike!

Elle x

Happy New Year!

Happy new year to all! Hope everyone had a rather lovely Christmas full of fun and festivities and of course, reading! Uncovered is officially back, with news and reviews of new and  upcoming books coming very shortly.

What will you be reading in 2016?

Merry Christmas from Chick Lit Uncovered!

Christmas is almost here, so here's to a very merry holiday season to all readers! The blog will return in the new year for more news, reviews and general bookish goodness.

See you soon!

Merry Christmas from Chick Lit Uncovered!

Merry Christmas, readers! It's Christmas Eve, so time to prepare for tomorrow (mulled wine at the ready!). Uncovered will be returning after the festive celebrations with more news and books galore - so do stop by. Hope you all have a wonderful time!

NEWS: Online magazine The Page Girls is launched!

Brand new lit magazine The Page Girls (www.thepagegirls.com) is has launched this week, and the celebration has begun! The Page Girls is an online magazine with an emphasis on books, cocktails, and female friendships, with a weekly themed issue containing short stories, book reviews, essays, videos, cocktail recipes, and more. Sample issues include The Craziest Thing I Did For Love and LYLAS (Love You Like a Sister).

This week, The Page Girls is celebrating its 'birthday week', which involves a giveaway every day - plus other goodies! See below for a list of fab prizes.

And, as we're celebrating the release of the new magazine, we have a copy of e-book Here for the Cake by Emily Poule, along with a gorgeous set of Page Girls coasters. To be in with a chance of winning, simply email us with 'Page Girls' as the subject header.

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