Lovely Loves ~ Improv Everywhere

Ever need a really good laugh? Whenever I do, I flip over to Improv Everywhere's Channel on Youtube and watch their latest video. Improv Everywhere is a group who's solitary goal is to make a scene, and have fun doing it. Ever seen those flash mobs on Youtube? Improv Everywhere is like that, only on a grand scale.

So here's the rundown. Improv Everywhere posts an idea about what they want to do like freeze in the middle of Grand Central Station or create a human mirror on a subway car, and people from around the New York area reply and join the group, planning a date and time for the event. Though some, like the food court musical, are done by people who can sing and dance, the majority of them are done by what Improv Everywhere calls Undercover Agents, average people who come out and join them for the fun. It's always good laughs to watch and I would love to be a part of them one day. Check them out on their Youtube Channel or by clicking any of the links to their videos.

Lovely Loves ~ MLIA

Over the years, I've fallen in love with a website read by millions called My Life is Average which is dedicated to anecdotes from every day people's lives ranging from the funny to the, well, actually, most of them are funny. You can check out the website here but let it be warned that once you start reading, it's hard to stop. I constantly find myself going through page after page of MLIA and enjoying every moment of it. It's a great break from anything, though also something I'm probably addicted to. Regardless, I love it!

Lovely Loves ~ PostSecret

Frank Warren was an ordinary man until he came up with the idea of people sending anonymous postcards bearing their secrets in order to get the weight off their chest. Never did he think the project would bloom as big as it has. Every Sunday, new secrets are posted on his website and left up for one week until the new secrets come in the following week. PostSecret is a great inspirational project that lets you see a full spectrum of human emotions upon a single blog. Truly beautiful. Be sure to check it out when you have the chance!

Lovely Loves ~ Misfits

Recently, I've been hooked on the British show Misfits and thought I would share my love for it with you. The show follows a group of five young offenders serving community service, only on their first day a storm rolls through town and leaves things different from what they were before. The five slowly learn they have powers they can't control, and they aren't the only ones.

A brilliant plot line, though it does slow down a bit during the second season, Misfits is a show I can't wait for the third season of. Yes, because the show is British, there is swearing and sex which I can get past in the name of a good series. All episodes are available via youtube for those of us who don't live overseas.

Lovely Loves ~ TV Shows

Again, if you want to get to know me, you have to know what I watch. Here's a few of my favorite shows.

Nikita
A great show filled with action and thrills, and very subtle romance. Love it.


Project Runway
Though I'm not interested in fashion at all, really, I would wear a paper bag over my head and be happy, I love this show. I can't find a trailer for it since each season is different though.

Lovely Loves ~ Movies

So, you want to get to know me? Get to know a couple of my favorite movies.

The Illusionist
One of the best movies I've ever seen. Mystery, romance, and thrills. I loved every second of it, and the way it made you think was even better.


How to Train Your Dragon
Completely different from my first choice, but I loved this one nonetheless. A great movie for both children and adults with beautiful animation.


She's the Man
One of my favorite comedies. Loved every moment of it and am constantly quoting it.

Lovely Loves ~ Authors

There are a lot of authors I feel who haven't gotten enough appreciation. Here's a pair I love that deserve more love.

Robin Wasserman: Skinned was the first of her novels that I read, and loved it. It creates a future world and presents a believable character that many can relate to. I just recently started reading her other series, Chasing Yesterday, and am in love with that as well, despite it being middle grade.

Maria V. Snyder: Though she's gained some more publicity over the last year, I've been in love with her books for the longest time. Her book Poison Study is one of the best books I've ever read. The kick off series is good as well. Check her out.

Lovely Loves ~ Author Blogs

One thing that I love about YA authors is that so many of them have blogs on which they interact with their readers. Here's a couple of my personal favorites. Feel free to share your own in the comments.

Elizabeth Scott: Not only does she had a great blog that she posts on at least three times a week, but she runs a contest for her readers every week for great new YA novels! Great fun to read and participate in.

Andrea Cremer: A great new author who's already used to blogging, Andrea Cremer is great in her blog posts. If you haven't yet heard of Nightshade go check it out. The book was a good read!

Nina Malkin: Though she doesn't post much, when she does, it's well worth reading. Nina Malkin is hysterical yet honest in her talks about characters and plot, and her blog is great reading!

Lovely Loves ~ Book Trailers

When looking for a book to read, I often turn to the book trailer. More and more book trailers are being produced now, and, though some of these are old, I want to share a few that I love.


I love the tone of it :) Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick


Probably the best book trailer I've ever seen. Author Maggie Stiefvater did the entire thing herself! Linger


It captures the theme of the book very well. Ellen Hopkin's Fallout.

Lovely Loves ~ Book Covers

So, I would like Wednesdays to become Lovely Loves in which I share, well, things I love having to do with the book world. Today's feature will be upcoming book covers that I find amazing. Take a look!


Chilling, isn't is? Or perhaps that's just me. Anyways, I love it!


Look at that font! Love how it matches the clothing on the girl.


This one only because I've seen the picture and have it under my favorites on DeviantART.


I love it! From the sideways author's name to the light colors, everything is perfect!