Earning Reviews

Earning Review: SwagBucks

Sara Elizabeth

I got these books for just under $3 — So here you go, my fellow bookworms, here’s my secret to supporting my book addiction. 

So, I’m not totally new to Swagbucks. And I’ll be honest, if you’re not going to shop through them and only do the free offers, it will take a bit of time to rake in the bucks. However, it’s totally doable! The only time I spend money through Swagbucks is when its something I legitimately want to try. For example, GameFly. I love playing video games. Also, LootCrate. I’ve always been curious if the goods inside are worth it! I did two offers (one was a trial, and I spent a total of 10 dollars on the other) and I earned 25 dollars in swagbucks in less than an hour. I redeemed said bucks for a B&N gift card that arrived 3 days later. I would like to note sometimes it takes about a week for your gift card’s code to be sent to your email, but it DOES come. One time I was able to earn about 50 bucks in a month which I redeemed for the Rainforest Café. Honestly, if you have time to turn on some videos, answer a few questions, and search a few sites, you can earn at least twenty a month… if not more! It depends on the effort you put into it.

If you are wanting more of a how-to for Swagbucks or maybe weekly to monthly updates of the best practices, let me know in the comments! Also, if you are already a member or sign up, check out Reddit. They have a whole plethora of information on there! Oh, and since I’m shameless, I’m totally gonna pimp out my sign up link now.

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Book Review: The Emperor’s Soul by Brandon Sanderson

Sara Elizabeth

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Despite having lived in Utah for about two years now, I hadn’t heard of Brandon Sanderson until recently. It wasn’t until a few weeks ago while I was cooped up in the hospital, and my friend loaned me her copy of The Emperor’s Soul did I start reading his work. I’ll be honest, at first I was a bit turned off. The writing style wasn’t the type I usually seek out, especially within the fantasy genre. I had heard so many good things about this author though (even from the patients where I was at!) Surely, this book had more to offer than my first impression, so I kept reading and I am glad I did. Not only did I come to appreciate the writing style of the author, but I fell in love with the characters despite it being such a short story. The book follows a young woman named Shai who is held captive by a corrupt empire, forcing her to complete a task that is nearly impossible.

If you’re wanting a short read that is fun, yet filled with deep thought-provoking ideas on reality, our souls, and what makes us just that – us, this is a perfect book. I look forward to reading more of Sanderson’s books. Overall, I give this book a 5 out of 5. Although the book and I got off on a rough start, I grew invested in the story and its characters.

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It’s good to be back!

Sara Elizabeth

For those who do not know, I maintained Serendipity Reviews for many years. However, about two years ago, I decided to shut down my website. But good news: I am back! Here’s a list of what I am currently reading, so be sure to check back for my reviews on the following books. I’ll also be starting product reviews, reviews of earning websites, and more!

 
The Emperor’s Soul by Brandon Sanderson
Matched by Ally Condie 
It Gets Worse by Shane Dawson
Love Letters to the Dead by Ava Dallaira
If I Was Your Girl by Meredith Russo 

I am currently re-reading the Beautiful Creatures series as well. One of the authors, Margaret Stohl will be visiting my local library. 
 
I am currently accepting review requests and blog tour requests.