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One of the big problems with Shelfari is that it was launched before e-readers and tablets became popular. The company never got around to providing a slick user interface or released high quality apps for Android or iOS. This is why GoodReads exploded so fast, everything was very modern and appealed to the smartphone generation.
I’ve had a hard time using Shelfare and never have had a good experience with Goodreads. So, where does that leave me?
I don’t use Shelfari, and I don’t use GoodReads precisely because they are owned by Amazon, and as for Amazon, I have never had a positive experience with them. So I won’t be missing anything.
I have never used Shelfari and have rarely used Goodreads but I have had an uninterrupted stream of positive experiences when it comes to Amazon and the ebook revolution. I started with a first generation Nook. From there, switched to the Amazon ebook eco system. I have had a Kindle Keyboard, Kindle Paperwhite and a Kindle Voyage. There is a reason Amazon has such a large ebook presence. They do it better than anyone else and they do it without cheating. Therefore the marketplace has responded positively for them.
Honestly,Theresa its probably about you then. Amazon has overwhelming, and consistently won over users because of their customer service.
I’ve used both Shelfari and Goodreads, and am bummed out for the community on Shelfari. It’s unfortunate that Amazon doesnt spin them back off instead of shutting them down.
There’s always LibraryThing…Though Amazon owns a good chunk of that as well.
It’s a shame that Amazon is cutting Shelfari off like that. Surely they could afford to archive the site for longer than two months, even if it will no longer be active?
Librarything is quite good. Doesn’t have the same # of users as goodreads, but it offers features that goodreads doesn’t, and it doesn’t seem so... corporate.
I didn’t know Amazon owned any of LT. Huh. I am so out of the loop.
I believe they own 1/3 of it. Technically not complete control, but they have a definite interest.John Carter prepares to get things sailing at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club. Vessels will suit up in lights and Christmas decor in advance of Friday’s Sea of Lights parade.
Sailors will bling out their starboard sides this week at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club in anticipation of a well-lit Friday evening. That right-hand side of the vessel is the one set to sparkle for audiences on the shoreline of Oak Bay and into Saanich for the Sea of Lights.
In the ongoing tradition of the sail past that started in 2006, HMCS Oriole leads the pack of up to 30 brightly decorated boats.
At Willows Beach a bonfire takes the chill off for the crowds gathered for the lighted sea parade.
Then the sea-goers head for a second showing for those gathered at Gyro Park in Cadboro Bay. Community events are planned for both parks in aid of the Salvation Army.
“It’s for food and cash donations to their kettle campaign,” Carter said.
The Salvation Army’s biggest fundraiser of the year kicked off Nov. 22 and runs until Dec. 24. Last year, the kettle campaign in Greater Victoria raised $175,000 – $75,000 short of the goal. This year the organization hopes to raise $225,000.
 Also a member of the Oak Bay Kiwanis, Cockle advised they will have the Tea Room open for cookies and hot chocolate by donation. “As well, they will have their famous Christmas cakes for sale,” Cockle said.
Sailing in the Sea of Lights is also a blast. Afterward, crews tie up and head to the yacht club for a warming meal and prizes, Carter said. While there will be some traditional firsts, there should be a plethora of unusual titles handed out as they’ll look for an excuse to get most participants a prize.
After the last-minute cancellation last year, the Sea of Lights hopes for calm seas Friday.
The best times to catch the lighted vessel parade for Friday’s Sea of Lights will be at Cattle Point at 7 p.m., Willows Beach Park at 7:15 p.m. and in Saanich at Gyro Park on Cadboro Bay around 7:45 p.m.
January 19, 2008, 11:04 pm
Everything in politics is relative. 53% of voters were evangelcials according to the exit polls. However, I believe this is historically NOT very high for SC. Mason-Dixon for example which had McCain up 2 pts. had the evangelicals at over 60% of the electorate. We’ll see but I suspect Thompson will have some hard(or maybe easy) choices to make in the next few days. My philosophy: stay in and grab some delegates to horse trade at the convention.I know what you`re all thinking: why the hell is she making another TBR list when she doesn`t stick to them? Well, as I`ve mentioned in previous posts, my reading choices are limited. We`re still struggling financially, which means I had to cancel most of my subscriptions. And since I do most of my reading on my phone whilst Adelina is asleep, I had to go with what I have there. So without any further ado, let`s talk about my Fall TBR, also known as what`s on my Kindle.
"Punching The Air" by Ibi Zoboi and Yusef Salaam
I don`t know why this release wasn`t more hyped up. Or maybe I just didn`t have time to catch up with the latest videos/posts. Anyway, I`m so excited to read this book! Yusef Salaam is one of the Central Park 5 and was wrongly convicted as a teen for assaulting a woman. I`m sure you`re familiar with the story, but if not, watch the powerful "When They See Us" on Netflix. I`m so curious to see how his voice and Zoboi`s voice will blend together.
"And The Stars Were Burning Brightly" by Danielle Jawando
Fall is when I go for heavy emotional stuff, and this book looks just like that. It deals with bullying, suicide and grief. I`m not going to lie, since "13 Reasons Why" I`m apprehensive reading stories like that because it`s such a difficult subject to talk about, but so far the ratings are great and I have high hopes for this book.
"Cinderella Is Dead" by Kalynn Bayron
I`m confused with what`s going on because when it first came up everyone was raving about it. And now most of the reviews I see are negative. I`ll have to read it and see. Normally Sci-Fi isn`t my thing, but I love a good empowering story where they kick patriarchy`s ass.
"The Black Kids" by Christina Hammonds Reed
I don`t know anything about the Rodney King Riots from 1992, and I`m hoping to learn more from this book. That`s the great thing about books, they can open new worlds, and also educate you about the world you`re living in. There are so many impactful stories coming out, we need to do our best to support those books in any way we can.
"The Gilded Wolves" by Roshani Choksi
I`ve started this book when it first came out, but I couldn`t focus on it. Maybe it was a fantasy burnout or I was too stressed about other things, but I stopped reading it after 30 pages. However, some of my favourite bloggers rave about it so much, I want to join in the hype.
"An Ember In The Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
Here I am, starting another fantasy series. We all have our bad habits,