German Literature Month 2013 is over. It’s time to thank everyone for participating. Some have shown extraordinary enthusiasm. I’m not sure about the statistics of the last years but I’d say with 127 posts, this year was a success.
If you’d like to get an overview, visit our special German Litertaure Month page, which will guide you to all the contributions.
While the month ends on my blog, there is still something going to happen on Lizzy’s. A generous editor has provided a set of books for a lucky winner, who will be announced on Wednesday. Don’t miss visiting her blog then.
I was a bit afraid that there wouldn’t be as much interest this year but that was clearly not the case. Thanks again to all of you.
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No worries – thanks for hosting the event again 🙂
Thank you for your contributions. I’ll be visiting shortly to see what happened to us all. 🙂
Thanks for hosting. This was a lot of fun!
Thansk for participating. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I’m so happy it was a success! Great job!
Thanks TBM. 🙂
This is a bit of an aside, but I’m reminded of it because of German Literature Month — I went to the movie premiere of The Book Thief this weekend. I thought it was well done. The actors and the script were wonderful. But I kept thinking that the book was probably so much better. There were obvious gaps in the plot where the filmmakers had to condense for the sake of time. Have you read The Book Thief? Would you recommend the book?
Jackie, we saw the movie this weekend too. I also thought it was very well done and I read the book. I would recommend the book to everyone–it’s one of my all-time favorites now.
Excuse me for butting in, Caroline. 🙂
🙂
A resounding endorsement! Thank you, Carole. I’ll definitely pick up a copy of the book. While I was watching the movie, I felt a little cheated because I could sense there were parts that the film had to cut where the novel was probably so rich. I have a feeling I’ll really enjoy the book, even though I know how the story ends.
Caroline – you and I will read the book and compare notes. 🙂
Yes, let’s do that. I’ll try to read it before watching the movie.
You’re welcome. One thing: I wish I’d read it in book form, not on the Kindle. There are graphics and design elements that really add to the story.
I’m glad that I got the book now that you mention this.
Thanks for telling me. i didn’t even know it’s been made into a movie. I haven’t read it yet but some bloggers whose taste I share loved it. I guess it must be really good and worth reading.
Thanks for all the great suggestions, Caroline.
You’re welcome.
Thanks Caroline to you and lizzy for all your work.
Thanks to you for participating and your great reviews.
Thanks a lot for hosting German Literature Month with Lizzy, Caroline. It is my favourite reading event of the year and I loved participating in it. I couldn’t read as much as planned but I discovered two of my favourite writers during GLM – Ingeborg Bachmann and Elke Schmitter – and so I am very happy. I am feeling sad that November is already over. How time flies! I can’t wait for GLM next year.
Don’t tell me. Time certainly flies.
Thank you for your enthusiasm and some great contributions.
Less than 365 days to go. 🙂
Yes, that is the good news. Less than 365 days to go 🙂 I am starting to count the days already 🙂
🙂 Don’t forget there is still one more post to come tomorrow on Lizzy’s blog.
I am keeping an eye for that, Caroline 🙂
127 posts? WOW!! That’s indeed a successful event 🙂
I wish I had been around but I dont even have time reading other blogs let alone a book.
Congratulation, Caroline 🙂
Thank you Novia.
I know you are busy. Don’t worry. I don’t get to visit that often these days.
Congratulations on hosting another great German Literature Month Caroline and Lizzy. PS I like the snow! 🙂
Thanks, Lindsay.
I like the snow as well.
happy to join in althoug less than other years ,all the best stu
You still did well. thanks for joining.
So glad to know it went well – it’s always a great event and extremely well organised. I’m only sorry I couldn’t take part this year.
Thanks, Litlove. Don’t worry. Dometimes it’s just not the right moment for something.
I very much regret I have not had time to take part this year due to pressure of time. I am very keen on German literature and at least I will have your very fine list at http://www.germanlitmonth.blogspot.co.uk/ to refer back to and find more books to read
No worries, Tom. There’s quitea lot to choose from on that list. I hope you find some books you’ll like.