Recently I ran across this tag on the site Book Bastion and I thought it looked worthwhile. Bentley credits it to The Bibliophile Girl UK because that’s the blog he found it on, but as he says “it looks like its origins are lost to the ether.” So prepare to learn some deets about one half of the dynamic blogging duo of Graphic Novelty²!

How Long Have You Been a Blogger?
Kathleen and I have been blogging since January of 2016. We met in a graduate class at Dominican University, partnered up for a project in which we created a fake blog, and afterwards we decided to go live with it.
At What Point Do You Think You’ll Stop?
I love to blog! Kathleen and I are a good team so I hope to keep on keeping on.
What is the best part?
My IRL friends don’t read even a fraction of what I do, much less want to talk about the nerdy things I like. Although our blog is almost exclusively about graphic novels and geek life, if you follow me on Goodreads you’ll see I read many genres. Now I can share my book musings and geek thoughts without shame!
What is the worst part?
Finding the time! I’m a married mom of three and a teen librarian, so my book blogging cuts into my precious little free time.
How long does it take you to find/create photos to use?
Depends- longer than I’d like since I overthink it.
Who’s your book crush?
That’s a tough one- I’m married and don’t develop crushes on book characters because I already have a real life prince ♥
What’s your favorite book, who is your favorite author?
Can’t pick just one!
Graphic Novels: Wendy & Richard Pini (ElfQuest), Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodríguez (Locke & Key) and Tim Seely & Mike Norton (Revival)
Fiction: Rainbow Rowell, Richard Peck, Silas House, Sheila Kay Adams, Kent Haruf & John Sandford
Non-Fiction: Dale Maharidge & Michael Williamson

Which author would you love to have on your blog?
Rainbow Rowell because we are secret soul sisters.
How long does it take you to prepare a post?
If it’s really short an hour- but some longer ones require several hours (usually not done all at once).
How do you feel about the book blog community/culture?
I love it! I’ve found genuine friends here and haven’t gotten mixed up in any drama.

What do you think one should do to have a successful blog?
Wish I knew! Seriously though- just be authentic, post as consistently as you can and engage with other bloggers in the comments section! If someone sends you a comment, reply! If they took time to comment, then I want to give them the courtesy of a reply. Friendships can develop through those comments, and that can lead to guest posting on other blogs, which is another way to grow followers.
So there you have it- my secret life as a book blogger!
-Nancy
May 2, 2018 at 8:48 pm
Hello Nancy, fascinating insight to one half of this novelty act! I think your answers show just how interesting you are and it also shows through your blogging! I gotta ask though, how do you get into a graphic novel? I can just picture the exploits of For Tyeth in comic form!
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May 2, 2018 at 8:57 pm
I won a contest that the author & illustrator was having, in which every $10 donated to charity Heifer International was an entry. I donated $20 to the worthy cause and was selected! I submitted pictures of myself to the illustrator Mike Norton and he drew me in. It was so thrilling, because I was already a huge fan of the series.
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May 2, 2018 at 9:04 pm
Ah! I thought you might know a pencil, inking or colouring artist that decided to use your likeness. A competition draw for charity is just as good a way to get into comics!
I better get my crayons out and start doodling “The Further Adventures of For Tyeth” for myself!
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May 2, 2018 at 8:51 pm
I love all your answers! But I particularly enjoy the answer you gave about having found your real life prince! That is so sweet and I find it true too. I have my own SO and I often find book crushes pale in comparison to the real thing too. 🙂
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May 2, 2018 at 8:59 pm
I’m glad you feel the same way! Why have a crush on someone imaginary when the real person next to you is your dream come true?!
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May 2, 2018 at 9:58 pm
Thank goodness I read this post. There are two writers at your blog! 😊 Great answer about book crushes. Hubby will love you more hehe I love creeks from my hike so great picture!
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May 3, 2018 at 2:10 pm
Kathleen & I split the blog posts evenly- she posts on Mondays, I do on Fridays, and we alternate Wednesdays. Works for us!
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May 3, 2018 at 3:31 pm
That’s cool. Less pressure on one person to get more posts out 😂
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