Follow Friday & Book Blogger Hop (5)

Follow Friday is a weekly meme hosted by Rachel at Parajunkee's View.

Check it out to sign up and participate, or to discover some awesome book blogs!

This week's question:
What do you do besides reading/reviewing as a hobby?

I enjoy video games and sports.  I'm addicted to watching football (American) - you are sort of born into this one around here.
I enjoy photography as well, but I am not awesome at it.

 The Book Blogger Hop is a meme hosted by Jennifer at Crazy for Books.

Check it out to sign up and join in, or to check out some great book blogs!

This week's question:
What very popular and hyped book in the blogosphere did you not enjoy, and how did you feel about posting your review?

I can't really think of a book I've read recently that was hyped up that I genuinely disliked.  I actually try to pay less attention to the hype, and more attention to whether or not it would be something that I would enjoy.  If I am unsure about a book, then I will get opinions from those with whom I have a history of agreeing. When I do dislike a book, I am honest in my review and give my reasons for disliking it, but I also try to point out some positives and assist in steering people toward the right books for them, especially if it seems that my reaction is in the minority.  I won't beat myself up over my opinion, but I am not needlessly mean in reviews, so there is never really a reason that I should feel badly or guilty for having a particular reaction to a book.

Welcome to all of the new faces, and welcome back to the old ones!
Here is some of what has been happening on my blog since last time:

Reviews:
Matched by Ally Condie
Paranormalcy by Kiersten White

Extras:
My 2011 Debut Author Challenge Goals
Books for the Holiday Season

Thanks for stopping by!