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Summer Book Swap?

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KeithLeMonde · 24/05/2018 16:11

Following on from the chat about blind dates with books, speak up here if you fancy doing a book swap.

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Fizzywinegum · 09/10/2018 18:07

Sorry I think I meant I’ve not received my October book - it is a bit annoying. It means that if/when I do receive my book I’ll either have to read it quickly or send it on without reading it which is not the point really.

I think the book I’m waiting for is Book 2 for the Gin and Tolstoy group.

MyGastIsFlabbered · 09/10/2018 19:52

Mine hasn't arrived yet either.

tobee · 10/10/2018 14:47

Nothing again today. Kind of giving up hoping really. I feel a bit sad because I make every effort to pass mine and chocolate on on time. Sad

diamantegal · 10/10/2018 23:47

It seems a bit of a shame that the swap appears to be dying in parts. Is it worth having a bit of an amnesty - those that aren't really up for it 'fess up now and we work out a way to skip them?

Personally I'm really enjoying it (and DS is loving the chocolate!) but I'll admit that it's sometimes hard to keep up. So no shame if it's not for you, but as we're about halfway through (I think) maybe it's time to decide if it's really working for you.

Or you can tell me to shut up and I'll go back in my box. But thanks to BadTasteFlump who I think posts to me - everything has been on time which has made things a hell of a lot easier.

tobee · 10/10/2018 23:54

That sounds like a plan @diamantegal. What do others think? How hard will it be? Not sure.

MyGastIsFlabbered · 11/10/2018 07:19

I reckon if people say it's not working for them we can find a way to make it work for the rest.

yaela123 · 11/10/2018 08:14

That sounds like a good idea diamategal

tobee · 11/10/2018 15:18

Year still nothing today. But then the post round here comes at odd times.

Etihad · 11/10/2018 15:48

Yes an amnesty does sound like a good idea

Fizzywinegum · 11/10/2018 17:11

I got my book today thanks.

I agree with diamentegal about having an amnesty. The swap will only work if people send their books on time.

MyGastIsFlabbered · 11/10/2018 17:37

Mine still hasn't arrived.

tobee · 11/10/2018 20:18

@MyGastIsFlabbered

tobee · 11/10/2018 20:19

Sorry that was meant to be  @MyGastIsFlabbered

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Chewbecca · 11/10/2018 21:36

I've obviously been very lucky as I have posted and received my book pretty much on time every month & it's been great. Thank you to my sender (don't know who you are!).

Amnesty is a good idea - but would it need to identify those who are sticking and ask them directly if they want to continue? It is possible they might not even have been on MN in weeks & might not be aware of the waiting.

We could also consider skipping a month to allow those who haven't had time to read this month to catch up and reset?

Chewbecca · 11/10/2018 21:39

One thing that is a little disappointing is the number of reviews - I've been really looking forward to reading reviews & discussing the books but they're a little scarce.

tobee · 12/10/2018 01:21

If people need a reminder individually, by pm, we need to involve @KeithLeMonde

FreshEyre · 12/10/2018 22:09

@Chewbecca I agree about the reviews, it's a a shame that there aren't more as I was looking forward to seeing what others thought of the books.

Not sure how an amnesty would work as it doesn't take a lot for the chain to break down. Maybe we need to know individually who is struggling and I wonder if @KeithLeMonde could help with individual messages. I've also been trying hard to read/send on time.

diamantegal · 12/10/2018 22:22

Agreed on both. I guess I wanted the option for people to opt out rather than it failing every month, but admittedly hasn't thought through the logistics - probably means a few PMs to KeithLeMonde and then some new addresses to post to, while some books drop out the swap and get returned to their owners.

Also agreed on the reviews - I think this is slightly harder as you don't want to upset people by criticising their book choice, but I do find it interesting to see what people think of the books we're reading. Not sure what to do about that one though, so all ideas welcome!

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KeithLeMonde · 12/10/2018 22:35

Sorry everyone just seen this! Really sorry some of you haven't had books :(

I'm very happy to do a round of PMs and ask people to say if they want in or out from this point onwards. I'm not sure whether it would work logistically though as people might get books they've already read? Can't work out whether that's likely or not....

Alternatively if people are enjoying the swap we could regroup and start a new circle from scratch.

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tobee · 13/10/2018 00:02

I'm up for either of those things Keith although it's obviously easy for me to say if I'm not organising anything.

I've been a bit rubbish at writing reviews. Sorry! I often know what I want to say but I'm rubbish at putting it down on paper. Must try harder!

justcheese · 13/10/2018 15:44

I'm still in! Although admittedly I can't remember what group I'm in so don't post reviews.

Have always posted and received the books on time, so no issue from my end.

tobee · 13/10/2018 16:18

I feel a bit sad that I'll have nothing to post on this month. 🙁

MyGastIsFlabbered · 13/10/2018 16:57

Me too tobee my book still hasn't arrived.

AwesomeBadger · 13/10/2018 18:39

Hello, sorry to crash your thread but @KeithLeMonde if you do end up starting a new circle please let me know as I would be keen! Thanks

Chewbecca · 13/10/2018 22:30

Honestly wouldn't be in the slightest bit upset if someone didn't like the book I chose - it's always interesting to hear views no matter what they are.