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Sign up for the April 10, 2010 Dewey’s 24-Hour Read-a-thon!

Mar 27th 2010trishApril 2010

I can’t believe the read-a-thon is only two weeks away! Are you as excited as I am?! Since the read-a-thon is getting close, now’s the time to officially sign up if you plan on participating.

The  Read-a-thon will start: April 10th  at 5am Pacific (1pm GMT). You can click over to the start times page to check the starting time in your timezone. Remember that if it’s more convenient to you, you could  start either earlier or later, as well as participate for only part of the 24 hours. Very few people make it through the entire 24-hour period without sleeping, so don’t let that discourage you! Sleep is definitely allowed.

For more information on the Read-a-thon, you can read our FAQ. If you have a question that isn’t answered there, you can leave us a comment or e-mail DeweyReadathon at gmail. We’ll try to get back to you as soon as possible!

Sign ups for being a cheerleader will be posted in a few days.

We’ve already posted a Google Form for those interested in hosting a mini-challenge. If you’re new to the read-a-thon and are wondering what these mini-challenge things are, please check our FAQ!

Also, if you’d like to donate a prize, please e-mail us at DeweyReadathon at gmail. It’d be very much appreciated! Here’s a list of the prizes donated for the October 2009 Read-a-thon in case you’re wondering what to donate.

Another thing you can do: Grab a button from the FAQ page, display it proudly, and help us spread the word.

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199 Responses to “Sign up for the April 10, 2010 Dewey’s 24-Hour Read-a-thon!”

  1. the little readeron 27 Mar 2010 at 11:31 am 1

    so sorry, can you remove my first jumbled entry!

    i was a little over eager to sign up, i guess. :)

  2. Anastasiaon 27 Mar 2010 at 11:37 am 2

    Woohoo! I’m definitely going to try and stay awake as long as I can. Heck, I’m so used to waking up before 6 now I can even start at the right time, this year! (Unlike every other time I’ve done a readathon, lol.)

  3. Karenon 27 Mar 2010 at 11:38 am 3

    I’m so excited to be officially signing up! I just discovered challenges and read-a-thons over my holiday break and I love giving them a try! Thanks!

  4. Dangerously Cold Teaon 27 Mar 2010 at 11:43 am 4

    Signed up! I’ve done two of them over the years and they have been so much fun, how could I resist doing it again? :3 Thank you for hosting this amazing event yet again! ???

  5. Wendyon 27 Mar 2010 at 11:43 am 5

    YEEEEEEEAAAAAAA!

    I am so excited! Ready to read, got my books picked out.

  6. Jenn's Bookshelveson 27 Mar 2010 at 11:47 am 6

    This will be my third read-a-thon and I’m thrilled!!

  7. Lenoreon 27 Mar 2010 at 12:18 pm 7

    I have to secretly sign up because my husband can’t know until after the fact! ;)

  8. Courtneyon 27 Mar 2010 at 12:26 pm 8

    So excited…marked on calendar….discussing babysitting situation with husband!! =)

  9. Elizabeth @ Miss Wisabuson 27 Mar 2010 at 12:38 pm 9

    Can’t wait to get started!

  10. Amandaon 27 Mar 2010 at 12:42 pm 10

    Well, I can only participate part-time this year as I have other commitments Sat morning, but I’ll be there for the afternoon and evening!

  11. Judy Dudleyon 27 Mar 2010 at 1:18 pm 11

    This will be my first time, so I hope I do it all right! I’m looking forward to it. I’m going to try and stay up and read the whole time.

  12. Trishaon 27 Mar 2010 at 3:02 pm 12

    I am so excited! I made it all 24 hours last time, and I plan on doing the same this time around. Yay for the Readathon!

  13. Janetteon 27 Mar 2010 at 3:12 pm 13

    This is my first read-a-thon. It sounds like so much fun. I don’t know if I will make it 24 hours, but I will give it a try.

  14. Meet Cuteon 27 Mar 2010 at 3:26 pm 14

    This is our first read-a-thon and I can’t wait to do it! We probably won’t be able to do the entire 24 hours but we’re going to do our best!

  15. Les in NEon 27 Mar 2010 at 3:38 pm 15

    I’m already putting together my TBR list, as well as my food/drink menu! I had such a good time last fall and have been looking forward to April! Thanks for everything!

  16. Buffyon 27 Mar 2010 at 3:48 pm 16

    So I’ve never done this before but learning about the Read-a-Thon has prompted me to start a blog (when close friends and family had no success. :) ) I read 200+ books a year. When I got hit by a car last summer, I knew I was really feeling bad when I couldn’t even bring myself to get my book out of my purse in the ER. :D

    Is it okay for a brand-new blogger to join the Read-a-Thon? And one whose blog will probably not be a solely about books blog?

  17. trishon 27 Mar 2010 at 3:50 pm 17

    Buffy, we LOVE when brand new bloggers participate in the readathon! And you could have a blog about the mating habits of earthworms, and we’d still love it if you participated. :)

  18. Ronnicaon 27 Mar 2010 at 4:11 pm 18

    Whoa, I thought I was signing up early, but I’m already number 45!

    Trish: There’s someone ELSE out there blogging about the mating habits of earthworms? I’m not alone? Seriously though, I may have written a post about that one time…

  19. Ozumon 27 Mar 2010 at 4:11 pm 19

    Can I sign up to the read-a-thon even though I do not have a blog?? Coz the form doesn’t allow me to enter without a URL..

  20. trishon 27 Mar 2010 at 4:20 pm 20

    Ozum, yes, you can participate even though you don’t have a blog. You can either use the readathon url (http://24hourreadathon.com/), or if you belong to LibraryThing or GoodReads, you can use the link to your profile.

  21. Ozumon 27 Mar 2010 at 4:27 pm 21

    Thank you Trish for the quick response.. I have a GoodReads account so I’ll use that one… Thanks againn!! I’m so excited, this will be my first time =)

  22. cessieon 27 Mar 2010 at 4:34 pm 22

    Really looking forward to another readathon. Not sure whether I will be able to do the whole thing (too many other things going on right now) but I love to have a set weekend to read so much ;)

  23. Cindyon 27 Mar 2010 at 5:04 pm 23

    I’m excited for this! It’s my second one :) Welcome all new and returning participants!

  24. Lindseyon 27 Mar 2010 at 5:40 pm 24

    I’m excited about participating in my first 24-hour read-a-thon! I haven’t stayed up 24 hours since my freshman year of college nine years ago so I don’t know if I’ll make it the whole time, but I’m going to do my best! I’ve started planning my reading list.

  25. Lauraon 27 Mar 2010 at 6:00 pm 25

    I am SO EXCITED about the ‘Thon! Went to the library today to help me get a bit more stacked and will probably make another trip or two in the next 2 weeks. Last year I made it the whole 24 hours (by some miracle) and this year I’ll hopefully make it 24 hours again. I’ll be gone at a retirement party for a couple of hours, but I’ll have audiobooks for the driving so I won’t miss out on too much!

    Looking forward to my second Read a Thon and hoping to read lots and lots of books!

  26. maryon 27 Mar 2010 at 7:57 pm 26

    sign me up

  27. Aye.Me?on 28 Mar 2010 at 1:17 am 27

    I don’t think the start time page is working! Well, it isn’t for me. I’m pumped for the read-a-thon though!

  28. Museon 28 Mar 2010 at 1:35 am 28

    Finally I can join in on one of these events. Usually I have guests but that weekend is clear.

    I probably will start earlier as I am in the UK.

  29. Meghanon 28 Mar 2010 at 1:42 am 29

    Can’t wait!! I’m clearing out that weekend just for the Readathon. :D

  30. The Book Zoneon 28 Mar 2010 at 2:31 am 30

    My wife is away for that whole weekend (and a few days either side) so this is perfect timing for me. Really looking forward to it.

  31. Bride of the Book Godon 28 Mar 2010 at 6:47 am 31

    My first one, really looking forward to it, going to push for the full 24 hours…

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  33. Elaine Graceon 28 Mar 2010 at 10:36 am 33

    I wanna join!!! I’ve got a stack of books just waitin to be read! :)

  34. Richardon 28 Mar 2010 at 11:51 am 34

    This will be my wife and mine’s fifth read-a-thon in a row. This time, unfortunately due to a previous engagement we will not be able to read as long as normal.

    -Richard

  35. Nanon 28 Mar 2010 at 12:43 pm 35

    I’m so excited for the read-a-thon. I think it’s what I need to get back into the reading groove. :-)

  36. nomadreader (Carrie)on 28 Mar 2010 at 1:20 pm 36

    I’m sad I won’t be able to read during the daytime hours, but I’m thrilled to attend the first ever Empire State Book Festival that day. It will be wonderful to read before and after though!

  37. Joon 28 Mar 2010 at 2:27 pm 37

    Yay! I am so excited to participate in my first read-a-thon! I’m not going to commit to reading for 24 hours straight, but I will do my best to read as much as possible that day!

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  39. The Brain Lairon 28 Mar 2010 at 5:11 pm 39

    I’m so excited for this. I actually have no official commitments that weekend and can participate fully! Yay!

  40. Kathy (mommysreading)on 28 Mar 2010 at 6:13 pm 40

    Ooooh Yeah! Im number 100! This is going to be great!

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  42. Emma B.on 28 Mar 2010 at 11:57 pm 42

    I’m so excited for this man. Last October was great – although I did it unofficially (just with livejournal friends). Woohoo!!

  43. Kikion 29 Mar 2010 at 4:59 am 43

    Ooops! I am sorry guys, but I registered myself twice! Please erase the one that only says Kiki.

  44. Jacquie Fon 29 Mar 2010 at 6:28 am 44

    Hi. Been away from the book bloggers groups for so long and just saw a link here on twitter. Thought this would be a great way to start reviewing and blogging again… and reading of course. Looking forward to it.

  45. Kihanaon 29 Mar 2010 at 6:47 am 45

    Eeeee~ It’s my first ever Read-a-Thon, and I’m excited! XD Hopefully, I’ll finish all my other requirements before the 10th, so I can read in peace. ;)

    I am such a geek, I know, but gah! Excitement~ <3

  46. Colette A Buckeye Girl Readson 29 Mar 2010 at 7:24 am 46

    I can’t wait to do the readathon again!

  47. Melissa V.on 29 Mar 2010 at 8:07 am 47

    Looking forward to the readathon. My DH has decided to do it with me. Should be fun!

  48. Laurenon 29 Mar 2010 at 8:10 am 48

    I’m very excited. I finally have a full free day during the read-a-thon!

  49. Tammy Dahleon 29 Mar 2010 at 8:27 am 49

    Super excited to do Read A Thon! Better get stack of books in order and stock up on snack food! Oh yeah and Coke…lot and lots of Coke. This is going to be fun!

  50. Valerieon 29 Mar 2010 at 11:00 am 50

    My third read-a-thon….can’t wait!!!

  51. Mariekeon 29 Mar 2010 at 11:02 am 51

    This will be my first read-a-thon and I’m very excited! I have a friend coming over and joining me so it will be extra fun. Thanks to everyone helping organise!

  52. Ellaon 29 Mar 2010 at 11:37 am 52

    hope i could do it straight 24 hours am in i would like to participate

  53. Ellaon 29 Mar 2010 at 11:38 am 53

    what time would it start if I’m from manila, philippines i can’t seem to open start times page

  54. Ellaon 29 Mar 2010 at 12:13 pm 54

    can i still make it to participate the read a thon as a reader?

  55. Lillie Bellon 29 Mar 2010 at 12:45 pm 55

    I’m in on this! My brain will be so happy not to stare at journal articles anymore.

  56. Leigh (sewsillyleigh)on 29 Mar 2010 at 12:47 pm 56

    This will be my first read-a-thon. I am excited and hope to finish one book and start another. I am looking forward to blogging, reading Tweets, and hourly polls and challenges. I will be in and out (I’m pregnant), but this sounds like a perfect day to relax and enjoy something for myself.

  57. Jess.on 29 Mar 2010 at 4:06 pm 57

    I’m so excited :)

  58. Ellaon 29 Mar 2010 at 5:12 pm 58

    would like to participate as reader

  59. J. F. Jenkinson 29 Mar 2010 at 5:15 pm 59

    I’m signing up to be a reader! I can do this! :D I’m excited to blog about books, reading, and flailing! :D

  60. kai charleson 29 Mar 2010 at 6:42 pm 60

    My first year so excited :) kai

  61. Jenniferon 29 Mar 2010 at 10:05 pm 61

    I’m totally stoked. I already have my pile of books for this day!!!

  62. Melissa W.on 29 Mar 2010 at 11:43 pm 62

    I can only attend till about 3 pm pacific, when I have to leave for a book club meeting. I will come back from the meeting ready to read some more. :)

  63. Jacquie Fon 29 Mar 2010 at 11:48 pm 63

    For my Read-a-Thon I’m hoping to be sponsored to raise a little money for ADDISS http://www.addiss.co.uk/index.html – The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service, any ideas on how I’d go about working out a sponsorship form… per 100 pages read, per hour of reading? What do people think would be the best idea?

  64. Irison 30 Mar 2010 at 1:59 am 64

    My first time participating, but I’m looking forward to it. I cannot read the whole 24 hours, I think my boyfriend will require me to get some sleep in between, but I’m going to try and participate as much as I can!

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  66. ali_mareaon 30 Mar 2010 at 6:02 am 66

    Signed up and excited to participate. First time ever!

    This will be a great addition to my blog as well. I just moved and am looking forward to getting into some book content.

  67. Kirstenon 30 Mar 2010 at 7:41 am 67

    So excited for my second Readathon! My partner is going to do a movie marathon while I read, and she’ll be in charge of food and drink for the 24 hours of book time :) Can’t wait to pull together my book pile!

  68. Juliaon 30 Mar 2010 at 9:09 am 68

    yay, this will be my very first read-a-thon and i’m really excited!
    (do the blog updates have to be in english?)

  69. Missieon 30 Mar 2010 at 9:46 am 69

    This will be my first time to participate! I’m so excited! Thanks!

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  72. Jamie Gibbs (Mithril Wisdom)on 31 Mar 2010 at 8:49 am 72

    This sounds awesome! I can’t wait to start! I’ve got at least 4 books that I need to read and review so this will be a great way for me to catch up. I look forward to commenting on other people’s blog to see how everyone’s getting along. Good luck to you all!

  73. Cinnamonon 31 Mar 2010 at 10:22 am 73

    I’ve never participated before but I think I’m going to try this year!

  74. Jennon 31 Mar 2010 at 11:03 am 74

    I am so excited – this will be my first year – I am going to get my books all ready!!

  75. Walkeron 31 Mar 2010 at 12:06 pm 75

    Woohooooooo!

    /me is excited

  76. Irison 31 Mar 2010 at 12:30 pm 76

    I’m changing blogs and I’ve signed up for the readathon with my olg blog: candletea. I’d like to change it to my new adress: irisonbooks.wordpress.com but I’m not sure if I can just add it to the mr. Linky. I don’t want to make people visit my old blog in vain, but I can’t delete my old link, maybe you could?

  77. Gnoe (on Graasland)on 31 Mar 2010 at 1:01 pm 77

    I have known for 6 months that I would join again! And I’ve already been preparing but I almost forgot to sign up LOL ;)

  78. Buffyon 31 Mar 2010 at 1:17 pm 78

    I’d like to hear more about what people are doing to prepare — give me some good ideas!

  79. Jillon 31 Mar 2010 at 4:21 pm 79

    I’ve watched the 24 Hour Readathon for years, and I’ve decided to take the plunge. What a wonderful way to remember Dewey. I miss her posts.

  80. Cam (epiBloguer)on 31 Mar 2010 at 4:26 pm 80

    I have been waiting to participate in this readathon! I’m so excited! I’m definitely staying up for the whole thing…

  81. Jessicaon 31 Mar 2010 at 6:31 pm 81

    This is perfect: a chance to catch up on some reading and to reboot my blog!

    I also agree with Jill – this is just the perfect way to remember and honor Dewey.

  82. Diar A.on 01 Apr 2010 at 8:04 am 82

    I’m in. This is my first :)

  83. Calissaon 01 Apr 2010 at 5:13 pm 83

    I’ve watched the last couple pass and thought it looked like fun. Since I’m free this time around, I thought I’d give it a try. I probably won’t go the 24 hours, though–just cram in whatever I can fit while I’m awake.

  84. Monicaon 01 Apr 2010 at 8:48 pm 84

    I made it 23 hours last time… I’m determined to go the whole 24 this time around! =)

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  86. Lizzieon 02 Apr 2010 at 7:05 am 86

    My first read-a-thon! What fun! I am going to participate with my daughters.

  87. Jennaon 02 Apr 2010 at 7:07 am 87

    I am so excited, I have never done anything like this before.

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  89. Lilyon 02 Apr 2010 at 2:04 pm 89

    This will be my first Read-a-thon, and I am SO EXCITED!! =D

  90. Graceon 02 Apr 2010 at 3:48 pm 90

    I’m signing up. It’s my second readathon and I had so much fun on the last one. I think I may do an all YA readathon this time.

    Grace

  91. Jackie (Literary Escapism)on 02 Apr 2010 at 6:15 pm 91

    I was so looking forward to participating this year, but I didn’t realize it was next weekend!

  92. Jenniferon 02 Apr 2010 at 7:17 pm 92

    This will be my first readathon and I’m excited to try it out!

  93. Arielleon 03 Apr 2010 at 3:38 am 93

    Can’t believe it’s already here! This will be my second time and I’m really looking forward to it!!

  94. Jackie (Literary Escapism)on 03 Apr 2010 at 5:22 am 94

    Wait a minute….for the East Coast people, it starts at 1pm? On Sunday? I should be able to do that. Mmmm….

  95. Buffyon 03 Apr 2010 at 5:58 am 95

    Eagerly anticipating this.

    I’m thinking I’m going to put together a short list of books that are specifically set aside to read during the Read-a-Thon, for starters. My six-year-old and I have already by chose School of Fear by Gitty Daneshvari for one of the books we will read together then, and I think I might put aside an anthology of short stories, as they might be good things to take a break with now and then.

  96. Tasha (Trillian)on 03 Apr 2010 at 6:19 am 96

    Just signed up for the first time! Already starting to plan which books to read lol!

  97. Angelaon 03 Apr 2010 at 7:42 am 97

    First time participant here! So excited – I need this so I can make a dent in the huge pile of books I have checked out from the library!

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    I’m so psyched for thissss!

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  102. Charlieon 04 Apr 2010 at 9:22 am 102

    I’ve followed others last year and loved the sound of it. I’m glad I kept the short books I planned to read earlier!

  103. m. smith gentryon 04 Apr 2010 at 10:18 am 103

    Very happy to have stumbled upon this read-a-thon…looking forward to it immensely! I haven’t stayed up reading a book all night long in awhile, but it’s an experience worth repeating time and again…now I just gotta find a worthy book.

  104. Darling Petuniaon 04 Apr 2010 at 2:41 pm 104

    Sounds like fun…an excuse to do nothing but read for a whole day! I have to confess that I’ll be at work for a few hours, but I work at a library, so I hope that’s okay!

  105. Ozumon 04 Apr 2010 at 3:28 pm 105

    Hey, is anyone going to create an event on the facebook for the upcoming read-a-thon??
    I’m just curious…

  106. Susan @ Reading Upside Downon 04 Apr 2010 at 8:21 pm 106

    OK. I’ve signed up. Now I just need to work out what the time difference will be. No problem finding books to read. My TBR is big enough to have it’s own postcode.

  107. Beckyon 04 Apr 2010 at 8:55 pm 107

    Ok, I don’t mean to sound dense, but WHERE do I sign up???!!!!

  108. Welskion 05 Apr 2010 at 1:45 am 108

    Here’s my blog entry for this challenge ^_^

  109. Welskion 05 Apr 2010 at 1:48 am 109

    here’s my blog entry for this challenge! ^_^

  110. Samanthaon 05 Apr 2010 at 6:39 am 110

    Yay, I signed up! This is going to be fun! :D

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  112. Sherrieon 05 Apr 2010 at 7:29 am 112

    Hi!
    I put the wrong link in Mr. Linky. The first one is wrong. I was wondering if you could possibly take that one out. It’s of a widget on my sidebar. The second one is of my post about at Read-a-Thon. Thanks lots. Have a great day!

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  113. PeachyTOon 05 Apr 2010 at 7:29 am 113

    I’m very excited to take part. This is my first time participating in what will hopefully be an annual commitment. Good luck everyone!

  114. Erinon 05 Apr 2010 at 8:32 am 114

    I’m SO excited to be participating in my first readathon!

  115. Lynnon 05 Apr 2010 at 8:44 am 115

    This is my very first read-a-thon and I am so excited to be taking part! The number of books I own/borrow has gotten out of hand and this seems a great way to get some control over them (or so I delude myself).

  116. Gerion 05 Apr 2010 at 9:37 am 116

    My first Read-a-thon! Getting the stack ready!

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  119. sevedraon 05 Apr 2010 at 12:40 pm 119

    I participated last year and almost forgot to sign up for this year’s! but, here I am. I will be so thrilled to read on this day for Dewey.

  120. Martinaon 05 Apr 2010 at 12:43 pm 120

    This will be my first readathon and I’m super excited!

  121. Ozumon 05 Apr 2010 at 12:57 pm 121

    Thank you for creating the event on Facebook! =)

  122. Nanaon 05 Apr 2010 at 3:40 pm 122

    I’ve never done this before but can’t wait to participate!

  123. Patti (Reading Distractions)on 05 Apr 2010 at 5:51 pm 123

    Looking forward to participating again!

  124. Spavon 05 Apr 2010 at 6:52 pm 124

    This is my first Read-a-thon. Now I have to choose what I’ll read.

  125. Yvetteon 05 Apr 2010 at 9:21 pm 125

    YAY im so glad to sign up i hope i make all 24 hours im only 13!!!!! I Love READING!!!! IM so glad to stay up with yall just reading!!!!

  126. Melissaon 05 Apr 2010 at 10:07 pm 126

    Lets hope that this works cause i’m running right above “E” right now with my brain. I came downstairs for something to drink and then end up getting involved in this. lol.

  127. Amanda-Leeon 05 Apr 2010 at 10:18 pm 127

    i am sooo entering this!!!

    hopefully it will help my tbr pile to dwindle a little!!!

    i will have to work out the aussie times that go with this challenge.

  128. alex dawon 06 Apr 2010 at 3:29 am 128

    Oh my goodness! What have I done????? This should be an interesting venture…..heck …it’s obviously the year of -athons…may as well be a read-athon!

  129. Shannonon 06 Apr 2010 at 4:33 am 129

    Wow it seems like only a month has gone by since the last one; this crept up so fast! April 10th!! Gotta do better than last time :D

  130. Jenniferon 06 Apr 2010 at 12:19 pm 130

    I m very excited to take part in the readathon.

  131. Chelle @ The Fiction Addictionon 06 Apr 2010 at 1:38 pm 131

    I added myself twice because the first entry was kind of ambiguous. At any rate, I’m both 56 and 256 (he he), but the second link is more direct to my blog on the website :)

    Can’t wait to get reading :)

  132. Leslieon 06 Apr 2010 at 3:27 pm 132

    I can’t wait! I’ve been stockpiling books and planning the snacks. I’ve participated in two read-a-thon’s but circumstances have always conspired to keep me from the full experience. This time will be different.

  133. Cindy Cookon 06 Apr 2010 at 4:34 pm 133

    I’ve just signed up. My first time! I’m looking forward to it!

  134. Brittany Landgrebeon 06 Apr 2010 at 6:25 pm 134

    So, this is my first read-a-thon! Excited! I spend way too much of my time writing and not enough reading. My friend Amanda from The Zen Leaf told me about it, and it sounds like a lot of fun.

    ^_^

  135. The Words of a Writer » Blog Archive » My First Readathon!on 06 Apr 2010 at 7:49 pm 135

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  136. Mark Jochim of The Expat Bookwormon 06 Apr 2010 at 8:19 pm 136

    This will be my first Read-a-Thon. Local start time is 7pm so I’ll try to get some rest/sleep during the day — at least reading through the night won’t be so darn hot! I’ve got a nice variety of books picked out and am going to try for the full 24 hours. Since I don’t have an Internet connection at home, I’ll keep a log and post a wrap-up article on Monday….

  137. Kate- Midnight Book Girlon 06 Apr 2010 at 8:31 pm 137

    I am such an idiot! I’ve been talking and tweeting about #readathon for months now, and yet I almost forgot to sign up! lol

    I can not wait for Saturday! This will be the second readathon for me, but unlike last time, I can devote the whole 24 hours to reading and challenges. A huge thanks to everyone involved keeping this event going, it makes my inner and outer book nerd happier than I can ever express!

  138. Manda (Draw A Blank)on 07 Apr 2010 at 9:48 am 138

    This sounds like fun! I can’t wait. I love doing fun little things like this. I can totally read and blog for 24 hours. This should take a good chunk out of my “to read” pile!

  139. Twitch_Lawlieton 07 Apr 2010 at 10:12 am 139

    This will be my first Read-A-Thon, but I’m looking forward to it. ^_^

  140. Melanieon 07 Apr 2010 at 12:50 pm 140

    well, i have to go to a barbecue but otherwise i’ll be reading!

  141. Lissaon 07 Apr 2010 at 5:31 pm 141

    I can’t wait. DH and I participated this time last year, and it was a blast! =D

  142. Blair Fourshaon 07 Apr 2010 at 5:35 pm 142

    Can’t wait, but this time more coke and I will make it to the end :)

  143. Paulinaon 07 Apr 2010 at 6:15 pm 143

    Looking forward to joining all of you on Saturday!

  144. Marieon 07 Apr 2010 at 6:21 pm 144

    My first read-a-thon, I can’t wait!!! :-D

  145. Joy Reneeon 07 Apr 2010 at 8:54 pm 145

    This will be my sixth Read-a-Thon but the first one since cataract surgery plus new prescription eye-glasses significantly lessened my visual impairment. I’d had the surgery before last October but didn’t get the glasses until the week after the read-a-thon.

    I’m also to host a mini-challenge again this year with my crochet bookmarks as prizes. So excited!!!

    Read in joy

  146. Samon 07 Apr 2010 at 8:57 pm 146

    Oh, I can’t wait!!

  147. dreamybeeon 08 Apr 2010 at 2:03 am 147

    Oh my gosh! OK, I’m finally going to do it! I’ve got a pretty good stack of library books on hand, and plenty of been-meaning-to-reads on the shelves…but I might need to make a last minute run to the bookstore!

  148. Vishyon 08 Apr 2010 at 2:32 am 148

    Wonderful to know that April has arrived and it is time for the spring Dewey’s Read-a-thon! Can’t wait for the weekend! Looking forward to it!

  149. Rowanon 08 Apr 2010 at 5:54 am 149

    Doing this with my Mom, sounds like fun!

  150. Lisaon 08 Apr 2010 at 9:44 am 150

    First time participate after lurking many times. Excited for Saturday! :)

  151. Deepon 08 Apr 2010 at 10:59 am 151

    Wonderful to know about it!I didn’t and Im so excited for Satuday!

  152. Meaghanon 08 Apr 2010 at 2:01 pm 152

    This is my first read-a-thon and I am excited to try this out and see how I do!

  153. Lucinda (aka Lucidia)on 08 Apr 2010 at 2:15 pm 153

    Setting aside the day to clear out some of the “currently reading” piles. I just hope I can keep from being lured into gardening if the weather is nice . . .

  154. fionaon 08 Apr 2010 at 2:20 pm 154

    ooh…I’m number 300 … guess I better get caught up on my sleep…can’t wait!

  155. Bonnie Jacobson 08 Apr 2010 at 2:30 pm 155

    I think I did it wrong. I linked to my blog instead of to the specific post about joining the read-a-thon, so here’s the specific link. Wish I could correct it in the links above. (Because I was in a hurry, Fiona, I got #300 instead of you. Sorry.)
    http://bonniesbooks.blogspot.com/2010/04/deweys-24-hour-read-thon.html

  156. Angieon 08 Apr 2010 at 3:36 pm 156

    This is my first time participating in the read-a-thon. I can’t wait!!

  157. Nicoleon 08 Apr 2010 at 3:41 pm 157

    Am I too late to sign up? I don’t have a website though.

  158. serenebeanon 08 Apr 2010 at 6:03 pm 158

    Just found this…VERY excited for Saturday now! :D

  159. Cindy(Cindy's Love Of Books)on 08 Apr 2010 at 6:29 pm 159

    Okay I was bookmailed into taking part so I am LOL

  160. yllaon 08 Apr 2010 at 6:41 pm 160

    Here I am!

  161. Michelle @ The True Book Addicton 08 Apr 2010 at 9:23 pm 161

    Psyched and ready to go! I think the prognosis is good for me this time…LOL! Let the reading begin. :)

  162. Nickyon 08 Apr 2010 at 9:47 pm 162

    Heard about this just in time!

  163. Kristenon 08 Apr 2010 at 10:58 pm 163

    This is my first ever read-a-thon! I’m excited!

  164. Shannaon 09 Apr 2010 at 12:08 am 164

    It looks like I’ll be a part time readathoner this time. I have some plans for Sat. night, but plan to read all day Sat. and most of the day Sunday.

  165. Rebeccaon 09 Apr 2010 at 2:42 am 165

    Looking forward to participating in my first read-a-thon, in honor of which I launched my blog (half dressed and with mismatched shoes though it is).

  166. Birdieon 09 Apr 2010 at 4:14 am 166

    Squee!
    This is my first read-a-thon.
    I have an LJ rather than a blog, and will make the posts public

  167. Gearing Up for Dewey’s 24 Hour Read-a-thon! | Jenn's Bookshelveson 09 Apr 2010 at 5:01 am 167

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  168. Davidon 09 Apr 2010 at 5:16 am 168

    This will by my first time with a read-a-thon, and I don’t know if I’m going to be able to do the full 24 hours, but I’m going to give it my best shot!! =)

  169. Melissaon 09 Apr 2010 at 5:43 am 169

    Yeah I think I finally found a good site to work with. If you could please delete my last post I’d appriciate it.

  170. Jenniferon 09 Apr 2010 at 5:45 am 170

    Well, I really wasn’t going to join since I value sleep more than anything (besides reading!), but what the heck?! I’ll do what I can and join in the fun! :)

  171. Britt, Book Habitueon 09 Apr 2010 at 7:47 am 171

    I’m in… last minute! I’ll probably start a bit early, though, so I’m not dead on Sunday!

  172. Elsion 09 Apr 2010 at 8:44 am 172

    Well, I waited until the last minute because I didn’t know for sure that I’d be able to participate. But, everything is falling into place. One lesson I learned from last fall is that it is helpful to have a blog/posting template all ready so that I spend less time creating the blog progress reports and more time actually READING! I mean, after all, isn’t that what it’s all about?

  173. Tiffanyon 09 Apr 2010 at 9:03 am 173

    I just found out about this challenge (thanks Twitter)! Since I love to read, I decided to join up with everyone else. Now I have to figure out what I’m going to read tomorrow…so many choices…

  174. Danielleon 09 Apr 2010 at 9:22 am 174

    Signing up last minute – never done this before, but I figure it will be a good way to get through my book stash!

  175. Michaelon 09 Apr 2010 at 9:58 am 175

    How cool is this! I was getting ready to head to the library, so I’ll just pick up more than planned … and I have plenty on my To Be Read stack as it is. And snacks, can’t forget snacks: chips, salsa, popcorn, Coke, and sunflower seeds. Hoping I’ll get some good hammock time in. Must remember to update iPod. Must make list; this is getting complicated!

  176. Kavithaon 09 Apr 2010 at 11:35 am 176

    Just on time .. This is my first time on read-a-thon and I am really excited. Just rushing to the library now!!

  177. Kavithaon 09 Apr 2010 at 12:13 pm 177

    Just wondering, is it enough if I just add myself up here to represent a formal sign off. Also does it start at 8:00 AM EST on April 10th

    2010. Sorry, this is my first and I am so unprepared and nervous!!

  178. Kanayeon 09 Apr 2010 at 2:01 pm 178

    I have never done one of these before. Loooks delightfully fun! Good luck everyone!

    And sleep? What is that? LOL.

  179. Nikolaon 09 Apr 2010 at 2:06 pm 179

    Just signed up for my 1st (!) readathon EVER! So excited, and a little scared as well. :)

  180. Cheryl Francison 09 Apr 2010 at 2:15 pm 180

    Okay, this is my 1st readathon and I think I am ready. I have my books all piled up!

  181. Demion 09 Apr 2010 at 2:31 pm 181

    Ok I signed up I hope I’m not too late. I’ll read and update as much as I can. I won’t be able to do a whole 24 hour though.

  182. Joannaon 09 Apr 2010 at 3:16 pm 182

    My first read-a-thon & I haven’t actually done a bit of prep-work. But there’s still tonight to do that, right? I’m looking forward to taking part, even if I may not be able to hang for 24 hours :)

  183. spriteon 09 Apr 2010 at 6:56 pm 183

    Oh, okay. Resistance really is futile… I know I need to get some other things done tomorrow, but what the heck. I have an iPod and can listen to some books when it’s inconvenient to be sitting still…

  184. Andyeon 09 Apr 2010 at 7:58 pm 184

    I’m signed up! Very excited!

  185. Debbieon 09 Apr 2010 at 8:00 pm 185

    I’m signing up VERY last minute, I know, but I only just found out about this late last night! I’m excited about participating and can’t wait to get reading!

  186. Lissaon 10 Apr 2010 at 12:10 am 186

    I am so ready for this! Wooo!

  187. Sheila (Bookjourney)on 10 Apr 2010 at 3:04 am 187

    Ok…. ignore #372. This is what happens at 5 am when you go to make your starting post and then I linked it to the wrong post. GAH!

    Wandering aimlessly now with coffee cup in hand to the correct post….

    :)

  188. Exiled By Accidenton 10 Apr 2010 at 3:11 am 188

    Incredibly late but I thought I’d give this a try.

  189. Annaon 10 Apr 2010 at 4:00 am 189

    You think you’re late, how about me, it starts in just a few minutes ;)

  190. Micah Beltzon 10 Apr 2010 at 4:01 am 190

    WOO this is going to be wild

  191. Heruon 10 Apr 2010 at 4:18 am 191

    Hello, I first registered with my Facebook URL, but I decided to re-signup using my Twitter URL. Thanks :)

  192. RachelCabbiton 10 Apr 2010 at 4:19 am 192

    This is my first readathon, but I wanted to do one for so long.
    I will probably be reading a lot of Japanese books though, as I don’t have access to cheap English language books here on my study abroad in Tokyo. Luckily my university’s library has some English language books, and has extended its weekend opening hours. :P

  193. Raeon 10 Apr 2010 at 5:41 am 193

    Woah, super late sign up here! :O Oh well, this looks like a lot of fun, and it will be my first readathon ever. And I’ve got a massive stack of books to take down today. Better get started! :D

  194. Jamie (AKA @fiteach)on 10 Apr 2010 at 5:46 am 194

    Just signed up! I’m going to start in 10 minutes. A little late, but excited none-the-less!

  195. Paul W. Hankinson 10 Apr 2010 at 6:14 am 195

    I will do my very best today. It is a full plate, but there is always room for reading. . .and jello.

    H.

  196. John (@mrschu81)on 10 Apr 2010 at 6:15 am 196

    I am a little late signing up but I will read as much as possible today. I’m attending a Gary Paulsen event @ 2:00 so that should count as reading. :)

  197. Elieon 10 Apr 2010 at 7:12 am 197

    Realized late that I am going to be alone for the next 24 hours. I decided a great way to pass the time would be to participate. My tbr is grateful!

  198. Colleen (Books in the City)on 10 Apr 2010 at 8:34 am 198

    I am late too but happy to be in it!

  199. BOOKS AND MOVIES » Bookish links for Saturday, April 10, 2010on 10 Apr 2010 at 11:12 am 199

    [...] Dewey’s Read-a-Thon is going on today. I had so much fun when I participated in my first one back in October, but I couldn’t commit to it this time – I kept wavering back and forth, but I have too many other things going on at the moment with the kids. But, if you’re having a quiet laid-back weekend – click on over. You can read, or just click from blog to blog reading the participants’ updates about what they’re reading. It’s a great event that brings the community of book bloggers closer together – and it’s a lot of fun! [...]

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