reading fantasy for a week *straight*🫠🐉

reading fantasy for a week straight🫠🐉

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5 ай бұрын

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@MichaelaChristineReads 5 ай бұрын

reading Priory of the Orange Tree is truly an iconic moment for your channel

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

honestly it’s been such a long time coming😭🫣 never eva thought i’d actually do it

@BetweenThePagesWithLouLou 5 ай бұрын

This has been on my TBR for so long! 😩

@Farahalsharae 5 ай бұрын

A 50 minute video from a Ellen just makes my day🫶🏻

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

love u🥹🫶🏻

@Farahalsharae 5 ай бұрын

@@bookswithellen omg thanks for the reply🫶🏻I love your content so much💗

@iveuteen 5 ай бұрын

in my opinión 24hrs straight is better because it’s an actual redathon, also congrats on 9k!

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

that’s what i always think!! i might do one with the timer, and then one 24 hours straight

@jessireads 5 ай бұрын

we are being FED with a 50 minute video !!!

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

hehehe🤭

@maljees 5 ай бұрын

you literally look like you could be the fmc in a romance novel 🥹

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

this is quite literally the best compliment i’ve ever received😭😭🥹 thank you!!

@jaja231 5 ай бұрын

All three Mistborn books were 4 stars for me, and The final empire was definitely my favourite, but I also didn't really get that attached to the characters... Also, I am proud of you for reading Priory lol

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i’m glad i’m not the only one who wasn’t completely attached!! gives me hope for the rest of the books for sure

@beethebooknerd 5 ай бұрын

When I read chunky books, I read-along with the audiobook for extra attention. My coworker called it “Double Dorking” and it’s all I could think when you mentioned having both the physical and the audio of Priority. I also love the little notebook of post-its! 😂

@mckensie 5 ай бұрын

sometimes thats the only way i can concentrate on a book lol!

@beethebooknerd 5 ай бұрын

@@mckensie absolutely same!

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

omg double dorking!!! i love it😭🤣

@maisiereads 5 ай бұрын

proud of you that you finally read priory of the orange tree 👏my boyfriend loves Brandon Sanderson and has been trying to convince me to read mistborn for a while but i'm scared. Excited to read one dark window though - especially if it's a quick read. Also, I vote reading for 24 hours straight because I love to see the suffering/delusion 😅 but also agree, I can't go without sleep so I won't be TOO disappointed if you do the timer method.

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i really hope you love one dark window!! it’s so fun, i had the best time i think im gonna end up doing two readathons, doing one with the timer and one for 24 hours straight🤭

@azraelle_ 3 ай бұрын

I have LOVED reading the priory of the orange tree, it took me a hot minute to finish it but in the end I was AMAZED it's truly a piece of art

@ariannasoto1294 5 ай бұрын

ellen im loving the longer videos!!

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i’m loving making them too!!

@quettaj 5 ай бұрын

I would love to see you reading and reacting in real time with the scenery etc.. as if we are there with you ❤

@wolfme4030 5 ай бұрын

Okay, so most of Brandon Sanderson’s novels are set in The Cosmere (minus the Skyward series, the final few of The Wheel of Time and Alcatraz vs the evil librarians), literary equivalent of the MCU. They are all connected in some way but from what I understand it seems to be more Easter eggs/nods. I haven’t read them all yet so I can’t confirm that. The Way of Kings is part of The Stormlight Archives which is set in the Cosmere. Just in case you really wanted to know 😂

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

oooh this is really helpful thank you!! i never understood how they all intertwined hahaha

@goddess_eve21 5 ай бұрын

This is why I have made it my mission to make books this long my yearly book ... that why I am not forcing myself to read an 800+ book in one month. The Priory was my book last year ... started in February and finished in September, a month ahead of schedule. Made it my goal to read at least 100 pages a month. I am making A Day of Fallen Night my year book for 24. Just waiting for the paperback to come out in March. *that black dress was everything 🙌🏽 One Dark Window is a favorite mine! So amazing to hear people's opinions on it. ✨️

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i feel like that is such a good idea, i may have to do that too!! totally takes the stress off of reading a huge book. maybe i’ll do it for a day of fallen night too!💖

@maya.1ee. 5 ай бұрын

I know that its not your favourite genre but do you think you could do reading thriller for a week?

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i’ve defo considered it!! i think it could be fun

@tierneywierney 4 ай бұрын

Month delaybut i'm back bby🤩🤣 My gal smashed it once again! The sticky notes are so relatable!! I bought some translucent ones off Amazon and stick them in at like the end of chapters for chonky books!❤ The Final Empire was so fun to buddy read, but i was gutted when you know who died, i was like NOOOOOO!!!! I liked Priory, like you say the writing was so much better than The Bone Season, it was chef's kiss but i felt it finished and wrapped up so quick. Also, you’re gorgeous, I wish i looked as good with my hair lmao. Also also, your tattoos are to die for!!! And finally, I am desperate to read One Dark Window and now I've finally got round to KZfaq its a sign!😅 Amazon here i come 🤪 lova ya beaut xxxx

@bookswithellen 4 ай бұрын

TIERNEY MY LOOOOVE!!! glad you enjoyed this video in the end🤣 i hope you love one dark window!! it was literally so fun, i think you’ll enjoy it for sure! love u always x

@reaganpogue9279 3 ай бұрын

I adore finding new book tubers because it means I can watch every video for the first time ❤

@crypticgembooks 5 ай бұрын

this video was such a special treat 🥰🥰 thank you so much for filming it ❤❤

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

🥰🤍

@inesribeiro3325 5 ай бұрын

Omg I’m so glad someone relates to me and hates changing phones because of transferring everything!! I waited weeks after I bough mine because it was giving suck anxiety

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

LITERALLY i find it so anxiety inducing!!! absolutely hate it

@MeganElisabeth 5 ай бұрын

Your nails are gorgeous 🎀 they keep catching my eye throughout the vlog! Also loving your reading blogs 😊

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

thank you so much!!💖

@MAYBEMAYZE 5 ай бұрын

priory of the orange tree is one of my favourite books ever and i have been waiting for you to pick it up baahah and im so glad you enjoyed it !

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

hahaha i’m so glad i finally got to it!!

@madhuk9135 5 ай бұрын

You finally got Priory off your tbr! I'm so happy for you haha! Loved this video and your nails!

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

it’s been a long time coming hasn’t it🤣 and thank you!🥰

@maddywilkie 3 ай бұрын

pls do a plant tour. i’m a new plant mum and im now obsessed with plants.

@ReadTheBible1 5 ай бұрын

Winter is definitely fantasy. But for some reason, I like reading romance in the fall 😅

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i ended up reading SO much romance in the fall last year and i loved it !!

@ReadTheBible1 5 ай бұрын

@@bookswithellen yeah. I love romance books in the fall 😊

@louisejames9064 5 ай бұрын

I have never clicked on a video so quickly cant wait to see the full vlog of you reading Priory 😍 also a 50 minute vlog is chefs kiss 🎉 17:52 the bone season has been republished as she re wrote it to match her current style and apparently it is a lot better. I never read it when it originally came out but i have the new version that im planning on getting to this year at some point! 20:08 you did it 🎉 so glad you enjoyed it, can completely understand the confusion 😂 28:33 that package was top tier! 32:36 love the 24 hour readathon videos, I feel like timer is fun and as we see the real time progress 44:35 reading lights make great bookmarks 😂

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

oooh i didn’t know it had been republished!! i’ll need to give it a go then, because the premise sounded really cool🤭 i might end up doing two 24 hour readathons and do one with a timer, and one with the 24 hours straight just so that i cover all bases🤣

@louisejames9064 5 ай бұрын

@@bookswithellen the more the merrier 😉

@gabbybertucci5380 5 ай бұрын

Can we please make a shirt saying “I’m going to crack on with this” 😂😂😂

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

honestly i don’t realise how much i say it until i edit my videos😭😭🤭

@agohl85 3 ай бұрын

One thing I learned (from reading Noami Novak books actually) is that I cannot listen to books with multiple POV. I just get too confused.

@Sof_rha 5 ай бұрын

This vid was sm fun❤❤

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

🥰🫶🏻

@maya.1ee. 5 ай бұрын

yess ellens posteddd 🥳

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

🥰🫶🏻

@Alexisreading Ай бұрын

I loved your thoughts on priory! You should pick up the bone season again. She rereleased the books last year since it was their 10th anniversary and she has gained more confidence in writing 😊 so you really should try it again. It’s my favorite series of all time and I reread them every year like you to with ACOTAR 😄

@goddessnix444 5 ай бұрын

i love this.

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

thank u🥹

@rd_1414 5 ай бұрын

The open back dress is stunning 😍

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

omg thank you🫶🏻🥰

@wolfme4030 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, Ellen. I have the audio for the Priory, checked my Kindle but didn’t have it. Fortunately, it was on sale for £1.99 🎉 I promise I will get to it 😊

@squidwardtentacles7144 5 ай бұрын

I prefer the timer. I always feel bad watching the 24 hours straight ones because I wouldn't wish such sleep derivation on anyone.😭

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

that’s my main struggle with it😭😭 i physically can’t go without my sleep

@caitlincarter3051 5 ай бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed Priory! I got halfway & got so bored I had to DNF, but it was also because the only character I liked was the old man. 😅

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

honestly i feel like if i hadn’t been reading it for a vlog it would have taken me WAAAAY longer🫣

@caitlincarter3051 5 ай бұрын

@@bookswithellen- It took me a month to get halfway. 😩

@Taabea 5 ай бұрын

The story of your school friend literally gave me shivers right away and broke my heart...nobody should have to go through such a terrible thing! I tried to donate some money but could‘t because I‘m sending from Switzerland, is that possible? I think that most of us are really privileged and can spare a couple of bucks for fellow human beings who desperately need help because of strokes of fate. Praying that he‘ll feel better soon 🙏🏼

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

it’s such a horrid situation. thank you so much for trying to donate, i did think international folks may have a hard time as it’s a UK charity, but thank you anyway🤍🫶🏻

@radudumanovschi3387 5 ай бұрын

I read 800 pages in 3 weeks. Good for you!

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

haha thank you!

@Alyssa-bv3qw 5 ай бұрын

I love the jacket in the back

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

thank you!

@yourstrulyalyssa 5 ай бұрын

the way i feel the need to reread piory now

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

DO IT!!! hehehe

@chops373 5 ай бұрын

I'm a significantly new reader and I would love if you had a video/added a bit into a video talking about how you read so fast. :)

@curiositykilledthekat 5 ай бұрын

50min video oh i feel blessed

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

hehehe i hope you enjoyed!!

@levinia333 4 ай бұрын

There’s a glossary at the back of priory!

@bookswithellen 4 ай бұрын

yeah i was told whilst i was reading it!! but when i checked it im pretty sure it gave spoilers so i steered clear🤣

@rickyone8467 4 ай бұрын

I need to know where that dress is from omg you look stunninggg

@bookswithellen 4 ай бұрын

it’s from motel rocks!! it’s called the ‘Kasor Short Sleeve Maxi Dress In Black’🥰

@sav6700 4 ай бұрын

personally I prefer the timer method because it's properly 24 hours of reading whereas 24 hours straight isn't as you aren't reading for the whole thing.

@bookswithellen 4 ай бұрын

i agree!! i’ve decided to do one of both in the end🤣

@jessbaldwin 5 ай бұрын

definitely do a blind date with books video xx

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i’m defo gonna do it!!🥰

@BooksWithJudy 5 ай бұрын

In german the priory is split into two books, german translations always end uplonger than the original. And so in german you have 1100 pages instead of 800.XD Still need to read the priory of the orange tree, but 1100 pages is a good chunk. Not sure how and when I wanna attempt this.

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

omg 1100!!! i would never have picked it up if it were that long🤣🫣

@Taabea 5 ай бұрын

Waaas das wusste ich gar nicht 😭 habe soeben den „ersten Teil“, also Die Magierin auf meinen February TBR gesetzt, den zweiten Teil besitze ich gar nicht! Dachte mir schon, wieso die deutsche Übersetzung so viel kürzer ist 😅😭 Ist Das Kloster des geheimen Baumes (die beiden Bücher) also so quasi der „2.Teil“ von Priory of the orange tree?

@ineshelsen7523 5 ай бұрын

I switched to the audiobook for the final empire because I couldn't get into it. Loved it in the end because of the narrator so i'm probably going to continue the series as audiobooks

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i think the audiobook was my saving grace too!! i needed up reading whilst having the audiobook on at the same time and it really helped

@Rajaas_Reading_Corner 5 ай бұрын

I love that I found this video. I am also a romance and fantasy girlie. Your drinking dress with tattoos and boots makes you look like my favourite character from Shadowhunter Chronicles which is Isabelle Lightwood.

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

omg that is one of the best compliments ever🥹 she was my fave character when i originally read the books!

@Rajaas_Reading_Corner 5 ай бұрын

@@bookswithellen I love her!!

@ccamelots 5 ай бұрын

i just started the vid and saw your mclaren jacket omg!! are you a lando fan 🥹🥹

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

omg yes i am!! him and charles are my faves🫶🏻🤭 are you?

@BetweenThePagesWithLouLou 5 ай бұрын

50mins… runs to make a cuppa 😅

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

hehehe i hope you loved it!!

@BetweenThePagesWithLouLou 5 ай бұрын

Loved! Hate Spotify jail 😂. Also. Love the nail updates

@PippenThePenguin 3 ай бұрын

What do you mean by “Spotify jail.”?

@bookswithellen 3 ай бұрын

just that i’d used up all my free hours of audiobook listening!🤣🤍

@PippenThePenguin 3 ай бұрын

@@bookswithellen got it! Thanks for the explanation. I was so confused. Lol

@abby_saywell 5 ай бұрын

I so so tried to read the final empire, but I just couldn’t connect with it. The characters or the world. And I feel like I’ve only heard good things about it. I may have to DNF

@bookswithellen 5 ай бұрын

i was so similar, i really couldn’t connect. glad i ended up finishing it but it’s defo not a favourite, so DNFing might be a good plan!