Goodreads does a reading challenge each year for you to challenge yourself to read a certain number of books in the year.
I originally said 100, but Kelly said that would be too easy for me, and - since I agreed - I changed it to 200. My Mam and Dad think that was for the best too, especially since I read a little over 160 last year according to Goodreads.
I'm thinking I should change it again though, because I'm almost at 100 already, and we're only just at the end of March.
OK, I admit many of the books were short children's books and some were short stories, but there's no rule saying what length of book, and Goodreads themselves are adding to my total each time I read a book. If they say they count, I say so too!
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Monday, March 18, 2013
Emma-Jane is 3 today!
Emma turned 3 today!
Hard to believe it, but it's true!
She starts full time school next week, I think they said. Personally I think 3 is way too young, but she's not mine so it's not my choice. She's bright enough to do OK though; she's a really smart kid, so that's some comfort.
Still hard to believe she's 3 years old and starting full time school though!
Hard to believe it, but it's true!
She starts full time school next week, I think they said. Personally I think 3 is way too young, but she's not mine so it's not my choice. She's bright enough to do OK though; she's a really smart kid, so that's some comfort.
Still hard to believe she's 3 years old and starting full time school though!
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Thoughts on yesterday's snowfall
We had a fantastic snowfall yesterday!
Kero and I played in it on and off, coming in for warm drinks when we needed to.
Eventually it got so deep that Kero couldn't wade through it, so Kelly had to shovel it to the side so he could get outside when he needed to.
Funny thing is, then Kero promptly dove in to the pile and started rolling about in it, snuffling and snorting as he rolled about and ended up with snow in his fur and up his nose.
It was so funny to hear him!
Wish I could have seen him... I miss being able to watch him play like that.
Kero and I played in it on and off, coming in for warm drinks when we needed to.
Eventually it got so deep that Kero couldn't wade through it, so Kelly had to shovel it to the side so he could get outside when he needed to.
Funny thing is, then Kero promptly dove in to the pile and started rolling about in it, snuffling and snorting as he rolled about and ended up with snow in his fur and up his nose.
It was so funny to hear him!
Wish I could have seen him... I miss being able to watch him play like that.
Sunday, March 03, 2013
The Light Of Dawn And Other Poems
Genre: Poetry
"A collection of poems of different lengths and styles – some with a hint of humour, others of a more serious nature – about animals, nature,
magic, emotions, and the world around us."
Published: 3rd March 2013.
Available in all formats via Smashwords, and soon also via other retailers.
"A collection of poems of different lengths and styles – some with a hint of humour, others of a more serious nature – about animals, nature,
magic, emotions, and the world around us."
Published: 3rd March 2013.
Available in all formats via Smashwords, and soon also via other retailers.
Monday, February 25, 2013
Devin turns 14
How did we get to Devin's 14th birthday?
Last time I saw Devin he was a cute little 4 year old. He was an amusing little thing.
How did he grow up so fast?
Last time I saw Devin he was a cute little 4 year old. He was an amusing little thing.
How did he grow up so fast?
Monday, February 18, 2013
Where you can find me online
I now have an actual Amazon author page... The Amazon version of the one I have on Smashwords.
So now you can find me via all these links:
My Amazon Author Page
My Amazon Profile
My Facebook Author Page
My Facebook Profile
My Goodreads Profile
My Smashwords Author Page
My Twitter Profile
So now you can find me via all these links:
My Amazon Author Page
My Amazon Profile
My Facebook Author Page
My Facebook Profile
My Goodreads Profile
My Smashwords Author Page
My Twitter Profile
Saturday, February 02, 2013
Toby's Special School
Toby's Tales, Book 5: Toby's Special School
Genre: Social Issues / Special Needs
"Toby’s starting to feel like he’s the only blind boy in the world, so when his first day at his new special school comes around, he’s sure
the other children will tease him because he can’t see. But when he gets there he soon learns just why they call it a “special” school, and even manages
to make a new friend."
The “Toby’s Tales” books are designed to show children – and adults too – the struggles and challenges faced by people who are blind, or who are adjusting
to sight loss, while also being useful tools to educate those close to someone who is blind or adjusting to sight loss.
Published: 2nd February 2013
Available in all formats via Smashwords, and soon via other retailers.
Genre: Social Issues / Special Needs
"Toby’s starting to feel like he’s the only blind boy in the world, so when his first day at his new special school comes around, he’s sure
the other children will tease him because he can’t see. But when he gets there he soon learns just why they call it a “special” school, and even manages
to make a new friend."
The “Toby’s Tales” books are designed to show children – and adults too – the struggles and challenges faced by people who are blind, or who are adjusting
to sight loss, while also being useful tools to educate those close to someone who is blind or adjusting to sight loss.
Published: 2nd February 2013
Available in all formats via Smashwords, and soon via other retailers.
Friday, February 01, 2013
Winners of mine and Emma's giveaway
Congratulations to Doug Portman and L Atkins, who both won copies of my book "Witchlet" via the giveaway run by Emma Jackson and myself at http://www.esjackson.co.uk
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Witchlet in the spotlight
My book "Witchlet" (the first book in the "Magical Chapters" trilogy) was spotlighted by Ann Marie of "Indie Author Anonymous" today (24th January 2013).
You can check it out at http://indieauthoranonymous.com/2013/01/24/spotlight-book-witchlet-by-victoria-zigler/ if you like.
You can check it out at http://indieauthoranonymous.com/2013/01/24/spotlight-book-witchlet-by-victoria-zigler/ if you like.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Interviewed and featured by Emma
I was interviewed by Emma Jackson, and featured as author of the month, at http://www.esjackson.co.uk.
I'm author of the month on her blog this month (January 2013).
There's a giveaway too!
You can check it out at http://www.esjackson.co.uk/?page_id=339 if you like.
I'm author of the month on her blog this month (January 2013).
There's a giveaway too!
You can check it out at http://www.esjackson.co.uk/?page_id=339 if you like.
Saturday, January 05, 2013
Toby's Games
Toby's Tales, Book 4: Toby's Games
Genre: Social Issues/Special Needs
"Now that he can’t see, Toby can’t play with his big brother Jake like he used to, and every time he tries to he just gets frustrated, upset
or hurt. He’s starting to feel like he can’t do anything fun any more. Is he right? Or can he find a way to still do the things he enjoys?"
The “Toby’s Tales” books are designed to show children – and adults too – the struggles and challenges faced by people who are blind, or who are adjusting
to sight loss, while also being useful tools to educate those close to someone who is blind or adjusting to sight loss.
Published: 5th January 2013.
Available via Smashwords in all formats they offer, and soon available elsewhere.
Genre: Social Issues/Special Needs
"Now that he can’t see, Toby can’t play with his big brother Jake like he used to, and every time he tries to he just gets frustrated, upset
or hurt. He’s starting to feel like he can’t do anything fun any more. Is he right? Or can he find a way to still do the things he enjoys?"
The “Toby’s Tales” books are designed to show children – and adults too – the struggles and challenges faced by people who are blind, or who are adjusting
to sight loss, while also being useful tools to educate those close to someone who is blind or adjusting to sight loss.
Published: 5th January 2013.
Available via Smashwords in all formats they offer, and soon available elsewhere.
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Winter Solstice mash-up
Stephanie did a post yesterday about different ways to celebrate the holidays, and I wrote a piece for it.
You can read it at http://thecoexistcafe.com/2012/12/blessed-yule-a-winter-solstice-mash-up/
You can read it at http://thecoexistcafe.com/2012/12/blessed-yule-a-winter-solstice-mash-up/
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Kindled my heart
I've wanted a Kindle ever since my Dad showed me his over a year ago.
Why?
Because it's the only eReader that's accessable to the visually impaired, and makes so many more books available to me.
Well, I have one at last!
I'm so happy about it!
So many books are now just a click away!
Horray for my new Kindle Keyboard 3G!
Why?
Because it's the only eReader that's accessable to the visually impaired, and makes so many more books available to me.
Well, I have one at last!
I'm so happy about it!
So many books are now just a click away!
Horray for my new Kindle Keyboard 3G!
Monday, December 10, 2012
My books are on Amazon too now
My books are now available on Amazon!
So that means my books can be brought from Amazon, Apple, Barnes And Noble, Blio, Diesel, Kobo, Nook, Smashwords, Sony, and WH Smith now!
So that means my books can be brought from Amazon, Apple, Barnes And Noble, Blio, Diesel, Kobo, Nook, Smashwords, Sony, and WH Smith now!
Saturday, December 01, 2012
The Pineapple Loving Dragon
The Magical Chapters Trilogy, Book 2: The Pineapple Loving Dragon
Genre: Fairy Tales And Fables/Young Adult Fantasy
"Everyone knows the mountains are full of dragons, and everyone also knows those dragons are dangerous monsters who eat people. So when the
people from the town notice that one of them has a young boy with it they set out to rescue him. But Daisy isn’t like other dragons; she’s sweet and kind,
and just happens to be a vegetarian. Unfortunately, the only people who know this are a 9 year old witch named Paige, and a 10 year old orphan named Luke.
Can Paige and Luke convince everyone else that Daisy isn’t dangerous?"
Published: 1st December 2012.
Already available via Smashwords in all formats they offer, and soon available elsewhere too.
Genre: Fairy Tales And Fables/Young Adult Fantasy
"Everyone knows the mountains are full of dragons, and everyone also knows those dragons are dangerous monsters who eat people. So when the
people from the town notice that one of them has a young boy with it they set out to rescue him. But Daisy isn’t like other dragons; she’s sweet and kind,
and just happens to be a vegetarian. Unfortunately, the only people who know this are a 9 year old witch named Paige, and a 10 year old orphan named Luke.
Can Paige and Luke convince everyone else that Daisy isn’t dangerous?"
Published: 1st December 2012.
Already available via Smashwords in all formats they offer, and soon available elsewhere too.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Interviewed by Stephanie
I participated in an author interview with Stephanie V of "Steph's Book Retreat" today (29th November 2012).
You can read it at http://stephsbookretreat.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/author-interview-victoria-tori-zigler/ if you want.
You can read it at http://stephsbookretreat.wordpress.com/2012/11/29/author-interview-victoria-tori-zigler/ if you want.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Willow turns 8
Willow Moonshadow is now 8 years old.
She seems to be happier back with Mam, but not healthier. I suppose her happiness is what counts most, but it doesn't stop me feeling guilty that for all the vet trips we couldn't help her. It just proves that even the best medical care isn't enough when an animal is miserable.
She seems to be happier back with Mam, but not healthier. I suppose her happiness is what counts most, but it doesn't stop me feeling guilty that for all the vet trips we couldn't help her. It just proves that even the best medical care isn't enough when an animal is miserable.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Happy birthday to me, I suppose
Today is my birthday, but I don't really care.
The stuff they gave me to stop the bleeding when I went in for the blood transfusion at the end of September isn't working properly any more, and I'm already starting to feel the effects of bleeding again. Also, they found nothing new in the tests, so I've requested a hysterectomy and am waiting for approval for it. They're reluctant because of my age and weight, which is understandable, but frustrating.
A part of me still doesn't want it, but if I don't stop the bleeding I'll be lucky to make it to 30!
I don't want to die!
Even if it means giving up my chance to be a Mother one day.
The stuff they gave me to stop the bleeding when I went in for the blood transfusion at the end of September isn't working properly any more, and I'm already starting to feel the effects of bleeding again. Also, they found nothing new in the tests, so I've requested a hysterectomy and am waiting for approval for it. They're reluctant because of my age and weight, which is understandable, but frustrating.
A part of me still doesn't want it, but if I don't stop the bleeding I'll be lucky to make it to 30!
I don't want to die!
Even if it means giving up my chance to be a Mother one day.
Sunday, November 04, 2012
Toby's Outing
Toby’s Tales, Book 3: Toby's Outing
Genre: Social Issues/Special Needs
"Everyone is excited about the trip to the aquarium. But not Toby. Toby’s sure he won’t have fun, after all, aquariums can’t be fun for blind
people… Can they?"
The “Toby’s Tales” books are designed to show children - and adults too - the struggles and challenges faced by people who are blind, or who are adjusting
to sight loss, while also being useful tools to educate those close to someone who is blind or adjusting to sight loss.
Published: 4th November 2012
Available in all formats via Smashwords, and soon available via other retailers.
Genre: Social Issues/Special Needs
"Everyone is excited about the trip to the aquarium. But not Toby. Toby’s sure he won’t have fun, after all, aquariums can’t be fun for blind
people… Can they?"
The “Toby’s Tales” books are designed to show children - and adults too - the struggles and challenges faced by people who are blind, or who are adjusting
to sight loss, while also being useful tools to educate those close to someone who is blind or adjusting to sight loss.
Published: 4th November 2012
Available in all formats via Smashwords, and soon available via other retailers.
Friday, November 02, 2012
Interviewed by Dayla
I participated in an author interview with Dayla F.M. of "Confessions Of A Book Addict" today (2nd November 2012).
You can find the post at http://bookaddict24-7.tumblr.com/post/34862549410/bookaddict24-7-welcomes-tori-zigler if you want to read it.
You can find the post at http://bookaddict24-7.tumblr.com/post/34862549410/bookaddict24-7-welcomes-tori-zigler if you want to read it.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Tamara turns 19
Tamara is 19 today.
The time is going so fast!
I can't picture her as a grown up 19 year old; I still see the shy 9 year old I knew when we were over in Canada, and even Kelly's descriptions of her photos on Facebook can't make me picture her all grown up!
The time is going so fast!
I can't picture her as a grown up 19 year old; I still see the shy 9 year old I knew when we were over in Canada, and even Kelly's descriptions of her photos on Facebook can't make me picture her all grown up!
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