Caseable Kindle Cover Review

As you probably all already know I'm big into reading. I like nothing more than sitting down with a book and a cup of hot chocolate. How original I know but so true, I'd pick it over going out on a night out anyday. I got a Kindle for my birthday present last year from my parents, I must admit don't use it all the time. I still prefer reading a physical book, I don't think any electronical device will tear me away from buying one. I do love the Kindle for travelling and of course for throwing in my bag on a daily basis instead of carrying around a big heavy book with me. Like everyone I think it's amazing how you can order a book from Amazon straight to your device with a click of a mouse.

When Caseables contacted me to ask would I like to review one of their covers I wasn't too sure. after reading up on the company and checking out their website I took them up on their offer. Having the biggest selection of sleeves for electronic devices e.g Iphones, Ipads, that I've ever seen, I didn't know what to choose at first. I don't have a tablet or smart phone I decided to go for a Kindle case  All their products are handcrafted and are made using recycled material. The sleeves are also made to order so when you buy your selected cover it is immediately put in production which means it won't be sitting around a warehouse gathering dust

A Caseable Kindle cover would make a really nice gift, I know when I first got my Kindle my Mum and Dad had already bought me one. I guess they already know how clumsy I am but in seriousness I wouldn't bring my Kindle out without one. When I throw it into my bag I want to know that its safe and not going to be scratched when I use it. For me €39.90 is expensive for a Kindle cover but I do like how you can personalise your own customised cover with a nice inscription which is a nice touch, especially if your planning on giving one to a special friend or family member. I went for one of the designs from their artist collections, I was studying for my exams when they contacted me so I didn't have enough time on my hands to customise my own. The design I chose is It Is In The Water by Bianca Green, I love the cover I chose as it's eye-catching and certainly stands out. The only thing I'm worried about is that the cover itself will get dirty as the fabric is quite soft so I'm doubtful you'll be able to wipe it clean. There's alot of amazing art work to choose from on their website so it's definitely worth checking out.

I'll be bringing my Kindle with me to London next week, instead of lugging aload of books along with me. Would love to hear your favourite holiday reads? I'll be ordering some books from Amazon during the week so I'd love to hear your recommendations. I also like how there is a pocket in the cover which will be perfect for my travel cards and important bits and pieces.

What do you think of Caseable covers? Do you think it's a good idea?

Laura<3

A Whole Lotta Reading

When I don't have my head stuck in my college books these days, I love to spend some time reading. I recently went to Easons and picked up a few books I had my eye on. I know I have a Kindle but I seriously prefer to read real solid books. When I'm travelling I don't mind bring my Kindle along with me but when I'm at home I just grab a book off my shelve. Over the past few weeks, I've bought s few new titles so I thought I'd share them with you guys. It's quite a mixed bag, I don't tend not to be drawn to a particular author as long as the cover description is good I'm sold.

Like alot of people I was pretty excited to see that J.K. Rowling was releasing a new book. I was a huge Harry Potter fan so I'm looking forward to seeing what The Casual Vacancy is like. I've heard quite a few mixed reviews so far but they never put me off reading the book in question so I'll let you know my thoughts on it. The only book I actually finished on my Kindle so far is John Green's The Fault in our Stars which is such a great read and well written, I'd definitely recommend it. I wanted to pick up another one of his books for a while, the blurb on the back of this book looked the best out of the three in stock. I'm expecting really good things from it. You & I is written by an author that I'm not familiar with. I read about it in a magazine and decided to pick it up as it sounded like something I'd like. After researching the book I found out that Emma Gillmor Murphy is a student here in Dublin so it's nice to support an Irish author.

My Mom gave me Friends Forever by Danielle Steele to read as soon as she finished it. She absolutely loved it and thought I'd really enjoy it too. My Mom is a big Danielle Steel fan and has read pretty much all her releases so if she says something is good she means it. I can't wait to get stuck into this one. 5 Peppermint Grove is again by an author that I'm not too familiar but I've seen an interview with her recently on TV and her books sound good. One of my favourite authors is Cecelia Ahern, I loved P.S I Love You and I must admit I cried a little through the movie aswell. When I saw she was releasing a new book I had to snatch it up. I've read all her books so far and I've really liked them. I was lucky enough too meet her in Easons on Saturday and she was beyond lovely.

When I was down the country visiting family friends recently, I came back with all these. My Aunt's friend runs a Book Club in her town which is such a good idea I think. I wish we had one in my local area. When I was leaving to head home to Dublin she gave me all these books which I can't wait to read when I have time soon. I've heard such amazing reviews on A Game of Thrones so I'll probably start off with this, I can't believe I haven't read it already to be honest. I only pictured the first book in the series here but she actually gave me the whole collection, there just wasn't enough room to get them all in. I know it will take me a while to get through the whole series as each book is ginormous but if I do manage to finish them I will let you know what I think.

What books do you have your nose in at the moment?

Laura<3

Lovely Gifts I got for my 22nd Birthday

As you all know I recently celebrated my 22nd birthday. I wanted to share with you the lovely gifts I received this year. In my opinion 22 isn't a biggie birthday so I was completely surprised with some of the presents I got.

My little brother, Ger got me two of my favourite magazines, Stellar and Company. He also bought me Ed Sheeran's album which I've been wanting for so long. I've been listening to this cd constantly since yesterday I love it!!!!

Off my Nanna and Grandad I got a Dundrum Town Centre Gift Card to treat myself with. I'm thinking of getting some new clothes and bits.

YAY my Mom and Dad got me a Kindle! I've wanted one of these since my Dad got one for Christmas. If you have any book recommendations let me know? I don't know which ones to put on it yet, so I would love to know your favourite reads. Also from Mom and Dad I received this Chocomania hamper which I'm in love with. They know me too well. I haven't tried any of the products yet but when I do expect some reviews on the products I like from the range.

As my birthday is the day after Valentines Day I did get alot of lovely presents off Paddy. He really did spoil me rotten. I can't wait to watch the DVDS they all look great especially Waiting For Forever. I'm also a huge Taylor Swift fan, Paddy went to see her in concert with me twice. The Speak Now Tour is one of the tours we went to see together so I'm delighted with this cd. I think he was also listening to me going on about The Body Shop's Chocomania range as he got me the shower gel and body lotion from the range. Another thing I can't wait to try are the Real Technique brushes, after hearing such great reviews I have high expectations.

My Aunty Val got me this beautiful storage trunk. I fell in love with this the minute I saw it. Isn't it so pretty?  I have a habit of buying alot of storage boxes for all my stuff so this was such a great gift. At least four boxes fit in this one box, it's massive (way bigger in person).

Chie (Makeupland2011) sent me all these lovely goodies. I wasn't expecting this at all so it was such a big surprise when it came in the post. I'd never heard of the brand True Blue before but I'm now a fan of their products. Thanks Chie!!

I'm so happy with the lovely gifts I received for my birthday. As always if there is anything you want to see a review on let me know!

Laura<3

Possibly My Last Amazon Order!

This is probably going to be my last Amazon haul. I usually just get books from Amazon when my Dad is ordering books. He got a Kindle for Christmas, so something tells me he shall be downloading his own books from now on. I'd never used one before he got his and I can see now why people rave about them. There amazing!! I may be getting one off my Parents for my 22nd birthday in February, if I do I will be delighted.

My Amazon order finally arrived last Tuesday after over a month of waiting for it. I think the delay was something to do with the Christmas rush, so I was glad when they finally arrived! I ordered five books in total and they are ones that I've been looking forward to reading for a very long time.

I've been reading this series since it was first published when I was sixteen. Vengence is the fourteenth and final book in the Private series. I've really enjoyed reading all foureen of these so I can't wait to see what the final book has in store. Cruel Love is the sixth and final book in the Privilege series which is a spin-off featuring one of the characters from Private. I'm so sad to see both of these books come to an end.

I've heard so much about this trilogy and read so many great reviews. I ordered all three of the books at once cause they always seem to turn out cheaper on Amazon. As my order took so long to arrive, I'm already in the middle The Maze Runner Trilogy. I've heard that these books are alot like The Hunger Games, correct me if I'm wrong though. I'm thinking of doing a review on both trilogies when I'm finished reading them both. Let me know what you think! Do you enjoy reading these sort of posts?


Have you read The Hunger Games Trilogy? What did you think of it?


Laura <3