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Monday Catch-Up

June 13, 2011

Blog Mashup, Everything Else

As I spent the day moving an aquarium and barbecueing yesterday, I couldn’t find the time to write a blog post. So instead, I’m doing the blog mashup today!

View over Las Palmas, capitol of Gran Canaria

It’s just 15 days to the end of the school year and I’m counting down. In these 15 days I have to give one presentation and have three esssays and one big assignment to hand in. I *cannot* wait for all this to be over!

The first day of summer break I’m jumping on a plane to Gran Canaria. My boyfriend and I are visiting my aunt and uncle and we are planning on doing some sightseeing. Also, I’m planning on reading and writing a lot. I can’t wait to sit in the sun without having to stress about school work! After we return from our two week holiday, I have until September 5 before school starts again :>. This means I am going to do a NaNoWriMo with my writing group during that time (November is exam-time for us students so I’ve never been able to participate in it).

Also, during summer break, there is “De Parade”, a Dutch traveling theater festival. It’s absolutely awesome and I can’t wait to go again. Last year I only went once and this year I’m planning on going at least twice.

Summer’s going to be great!

Then, September 5 Uni starts again and I get to start my bachelor thesis :) . I’m slightly nervous about it because it means my bachelor’s coming to an end.

Ah, but it’s good times!

Fun and interesting articles

Cluster Dive Tours @ Piper Bayard – this woman is so funny!

CRACK the CODE Celebration! @ The Bookshelf Muse – Congratulations to the ladies of The Bookshelf Muse are in order, they have reached the 2000 followers mark! They are celebrating it with a huge contest, so head over there to participate!

This lamp lights up when the International Space Station flies by [Video] @ io9.com – I so want this lamp. I’m totally digging it. I’m getting my techie boyfriend to make it for me!

A pill that could repair your heart and prevent heart attacks [Video] @ io9.com – Wow?!

Animated psychiatry @ Youtube – I thought this was really cute until they stereotyped, belittled and disregarded us psychologists :(

The Relic: Part Six (Vote Your Adventure) @ Jen Kirchner – read the latest installment of this blood chilling story!

Writing, Publishing, Social Media and all that

My Novel Cracked 10 Amazon Top-100 Lists—YOURS Can Too! @ Pimp My Novel – I am going to apply these tips for sure!

6 Easy Ways To Reward Your Twitter Followers @ Mashable.com – Also applying these…

Simple Edit @ Edittorrent – Short, useful blog on simple edits you can do on your manuscript.

Beware These Writing Pests! @ The Blood-Red Pencil – This was hilarious but oh so true!!

That’s all, folks!

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About Manon Eileen

Dutch 23-year-old SF/F YA writer, BSc in Psychology and soon MA in Global Criminology. She is creative, easily bored, and craves tea all the time. Also: "science isn't about why, it's about why not" - Cave Johnson.

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  • Piper Bayard

    Wow, Manon. I want your vacation! That sounds like a fantastic plan for your summer. Best of luck for those last two weeks. I’m sure they will pass much more slowly than your two weeks in Gran Canaria.

    Thanks for the shout out. I’m honored. You always have a great mashup.

    • http://www.manoneileen.com Manon Eileen

      Yes, I’m very excited about it :D And you’re right, once I’m there time will probably flie -_-

      Thanks for stopping by and you’re very welcome :D

  • http://twitter.com/GeneLempp Gene Lempp

    Best of luck with the end your school year. Gran Canaria will be a blast, you’ve worked hard for it so enjoy! Can’t wait to hear all about it :)

    • http://www.manoneileen.com Manon Eileen

      Thanks so much Gene :D

  • http://JenKirchner.com Jen Kirchner

    I’m so jealous of your vacation, Manon! Can you fit me into your suitcase? :P Have a fun time on your trip – you deserve it after all the hard work you’ve put in this year.

    Thanks so much for the shout out. You’re a gem. Glad you’re enjoying the story.

    • http://www.manoneileen.com Manon Eileen

      Aww, don’t be jealous, lol!! What plans do you have for summer? 

      Thanks for stopping by and you’re very welcome :D

  • http://jacqvern.blogspot.com Irene Vernardis

    When you come back, post a blog about your trip :)  

    I need that long a vacation too.  Have a great time on your voyage :D

    • http://www.manoneileen.com Manon Eileen

      Thanks a lot, Irene! And I will – we recently got a great camera and the bf has been experimenting – I think I’ll be able to show some gorgeous pics when I get back! :D

      All the best!