Seven Deadly Sins & Whacky Words
Back in September, the lovely Sittie Cates who blogs at The Musings Of A Hopeful & Pecunious Wordsmith as well as Sittie Cates Loves Stories, tagged me in the delightful Seven Deadly Sins Tag.
It’s the LITERARY SEVEN DEADLY SINS! That got your attention.
Sounds interesting? Read on…
The questions and answers are as follows:
Greed – What is your most inexpensive book?
In the “payment department” that would be The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. I bought it at the new and used bookstore around the corner from my previous house. It cost R25 (twenty five rands) which is equivalent to plus/minus $2.28.
In the “non-payment department” it would be the 3 e-books I won recently: – Snip, Snip Revenge by Medeia Sharif; Effigy by M.J. Fifield; Seven For A Secret by Rumer Haven. Thank you to these authors!
Wrath – Who’s the author with whom you have a love/hate relationship with?
I don’t really know?!
Gluttony – What book have you devoured over and over again with no shame?
There are too many books waiting to be read, so there’s no time really, to read one book over and over. Having said that, I DO want to read The Book Thief again.
Oh, and I LOVE reading Dr. Seuss’ stories. If somebody employed me to read his stories to kiddies, I’d grab the chance. I’d have NO PROBLEM reading those over and over again!
As a teacher, I’ve read The Pearl and Lord Of The Flies many times, not by choice though…they were prescribed English setworks.
Sloth – Which book have you neglected reading due to laziness?
Any book by Neil Gaiman or Isaac Asimov. Never read these authors before…
Pride – What books do you talk about most in order to sound like an intellectual reader?
I have no desire to sound like an intellectual reader…(though I think I’m missing the point of this question…?)
Lust – What attributes do you find attractive in a male or female character?
How do you capture the quirkiness of Johnny Depp; the timelessness of Richard Gere; the dangerous allure of Jason Statham; wrap it up in a single package and transfer it to one character on the page? Is that possible? Let me know…
Or maybe James Bond? He ticks all the boxes, doesn’t he? Cars, cocktails & guns…
The female would possibly be Bathsheba Everdene… she’s a “handfull”, independent and does things her own way…and manages three potential suitors?
Envy – What book would you like to receive most as a gift?
Definitely the entire collection of Dr. Seuss! Please!?
I was told that there is no limit to the people you want to tag for THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS TAG. So, I’ve decided to tag…
Jen Chandler from The Cup & Page, Elise Fallson, Tara Robinson from TaraTylerTalks, Trisha Farnan from Word & Stuff, Crystal Collier, and Krystal from The Narcissistic Rose.
(I know that everybody is super-busy, so if you decide not to play along, then that’s fine)
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It’s time for WHACKY WORDS! Remember, this is supposed to be FUN!
Thank you to everybody who played along for the previous word. The real meaning of the word Gewgaws is – a small thing that has little value. http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gewgaw. The definition that captured my imagination was posted by Carol Kilgore who described it as: knots on a cave wall formed from petrified tree roots. All I could see were “terrified root stumps” complete with little peering eyes! LOL. Congratulations Carol!
Today’s word is
HEBESPHALMOLOGY
The in-depth study of fear in all its various forms/states/intensities… as in, you’re giving me the heebie jeebies *shudder*
That’s my definition. (The word does have a meaning, but you are invited to play along by providing your own original meaning. No cheating and looking up the word. I’ll post the meaning next week). So do you wanna play along? Leave your definition in the comment section below.
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Alex J. Cavanaugh asked a very interesting question over at his place.
“Are authors and writers putting a damper on blogging? Are the constant book announcements, cover reveals, book releases, blog tours, and reviews drowning out interaction and interest?” What do you think? I love my blogging. It’s my first option, Facebook and Twitter following second and third (if I have time). But it does become difficult to come up with ideas for fresh content.
So now, I’m off to do some writing and then see if I have some time to hop around and visit some bloggers…
I think I’m missing the point of the question – LOL!
Blogging is my first option, also followed by Facebook and Twitter. (The latter I sometimes forget though.) Sometimes I do wonder what to post about, as it feels like I’ve covered just about every area of pub & promo that I can.
I think that was a ‘party-pooper’ kind of response… 🙂 I was supposed to ‘go with the flow’ and display a sense of ‘literary pride’ by answering the question.
Hebe is a Greek goddess, but I’m afraid I can’t think of anything clever to go with it.
Thanks for mentioning my post yesterday.
smarty-pants
I understand. 🙂 Considering the hundreds of blogs you have to visit, I’m sure your brains are ‘fried’…
…a self-professed ‘man of few words’ who has written thousands of words…smarty-pants 🙂
What a neat idea for a meme!
Great answers. 🙂
Thanks Melissa! 🙂
After reading this, I know what to get you for your birthday! Dr. Seuss it is. One Book, Two Book, Three Book, Four. Who Could Ever Ask For More? Ans: Hebe’s uncle Phal over in Mology PA.
Gave Alex my considered opinion on his post yesterday. There was another blogger with the same theme and now I can’ t remember who that was. Happy Tuesday.
Your answer is hilarious!
Lee, how do you keep that brain razor sharp? Spill the beans! 🙂
…and if you could get your hands on that collection for me, then I’d be forever indebted to you!
this makes me want to re-read Dr. Seuss!! best books ever!
They are the best! Timeless stories!
Dr. Seuss was a genius.
I really enjoyed your answers to the 7 Deadly Sins activity. Those questions made me think! I don’t care about sounding intellectual either. I’m surprised to hear the most you ever paid for a book was a little over $2. You’re a very smart shopper! 🙂
I’m confused.
The question asked about the most inexpensive book I purchased, which I thought meant the least amount I ever paid for a book…?
I have paid a lot of money for certain books – especially when the bookstore has to place an order from overseas… 🙂
But I do like to think I’m a smart shopper.
Well, I see you in a new light thanks to the seven deadly sins. hehehe
Thanks for sharing.
Anna from Shout with Emaginette
*light bulb moment*? Okay.
Have to confess that I don’t like talking about myself…I’m basically boring. 🙂
*gasp* You tagged me! Yay! Of course I’ll play along…it’s just going to take a couple weeks. Such is life, eh?
That new word is a mouthful. Whew! I’m going to say: A study of deadly plants.
Looking forward to your answers, Crystal! 🙂
That word is a mouthful…
Oh, how fun! ^_^
I can’t wait! I should be able to get it up next week.
HEBESPHALMOLOGY: the study of psychological illness such as “cooties” 😛
I don’t mind the book promotion stuff as long as it’s still fun and interactive or it’s not ALL they’re doing. Crystal Collier actually has a really fun balance of this and I think she’s a good example of how you can do it often without wearing people out.
Next week? Cool.
‘Cooties’? As in kooky or batty? LOL
You find the best words! And somehow I always seem to miss the real definition of them. I should go back and find them so I know what they mean.
I always post the real definition the following week.
Maybe I should post all the words and their meanings every 6 weeks or so…
The big chain of grocery stores in Texas is H-E-B. So HEBESPHALMOLOGY (I had to copy and paste this word) must be the study of people who shop at H-E-B.
Love your answers above.
The study of people who shop at H-E-B is Hebesphalmology.
So what would we call the shoppers – Hebesphalmiters or Hebesphalsumers? 🙂
What a cute meme! Love’d your answers, especially to pride.
HEBESPHALMOLOGY is the blood of the Greek goddess used to cure toe fungus.
Alex made me say it.
He!He! You and Alex been collaborating…?
Cure for toe fungus? Holy Schmoly! That’s a gold mine waiting to be discovered. Imagine the impact on podiatric medicine?
What a fantastic meme! 🙂 As for Hebesphalmology, it is the study of heebie-jeebies.
You and I have the same thoughts on this topic… 🙂
Love your list and the pictures are great, will check out Alex’s post.
Hey Rosie!
Thanks for visiting! 🙂
Love your lists – apparently as a kid I didn’t like Dr. Seuss at all. Have no clue why since I’ve come to love him since then!! 🙂
How can anybody resist the charm of Dr. Seuss? Totally adorable! 🙂
You should try Neverwhere if you read Gaiman, especially since it’s Halloween. 🙂
Hebewhatever is the knowledge of goblin potion cooking. It’s hard to make a living at it though.
I think it depends on the blog. If I go to a writers site, I’d like to learn more about them and their work. I know many of us are evolving as to what we do. I enjoy blogging too.
Thanks for the Gaiman recommendation, Mary! 🙂
I like your definition. The word does sound very ghoulish…goblin-ish…
That’s a fun hop!
I was never a big blogger outside of the author community, so I’ve just accepted that promo is part of what’s out there. Sometimes I look at it, sometimes I move on.
Yours is the right attitude…promo is definitely here to stay.
And authors need the blog platform for promo purposes. The trick is to get the balance right… 🙂
I love all of the men you picked as examples for the type of male character you find attractive. I would have to agree. 😉
This looks like a fun questionnaire!
Aha! Glad to hear that you also like those guys… 🙂
I read Lord of the Flies in high school (required) and loved it. Bought the book and have been trying to re-read it and it just isn’t grabbing me.
I like your definition, but since I must come up with my own- I will say it is the study of the spastic dancer.
Could be that you’re reading it with certain expectations…? Or maybe some books read during high school are not meant to be re-read as an adult…?
The spastic dancer? *bursts out laughing* Now all I can picture is a dancer who is stuck in a jerky dance mode…almost robotic…
That’s a tough meme! I’m not sure I’d be able to answer those questions! (Like you, I’ve never read Isaac Asimov.)
It IS tough.
To be honest, I didn’t think I’d get through the answers…but I gave it a bash… 🙂
love this mish! and thanks for tagging me! it’s been too long!
Hey Tara! 🙂
I’m looking forward to your answers! Knowing you, they’ll be full of fun…
What a fun hop! I loved your answer to the intellectual reader question LOL. My thoughts exactly. 😀
I think I confused myself with that one! LOL
Wow, that’s quite a wacky word!!! What a new twist to the 7 deadly sins, I loved it!! Now I need to go to confession…
It’s a Literary Twist!
I believe that God has a sense of humor too… 🙂
Oh you must give Neil Gaiman and Asimov a try, they’re wonderful writers. Try Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere to start – honestly it’s a magical book!
Love the idea of using the seven deadly sins for reader questions by the way 🙂
I actually started reading Neverwhere two days ago (Mary Pax recommended it too), and I’m LOVING it!!! 🙂
Such GREAT writing…and amazing plot!
I could’ve sworn I commented, but now I don’t see my comment.
I loved reading your sins and I like your definition.
Thanks Medeia! 🙂
(Maybe wordpress swallowed your previous comment…?)
Thank you for expanding my vocabulary! I think I’ve read THE HOBBIT close to 10 times now with my classes — good thing I enjoy it every time.
Confession time? I’ve never read The Hobbit or any of the Harry Potter books. I must be the only reader in the universe guilty of this… 🙂
I like this seven deadly sins tag. You gave some cool answers. It’s rare, but sometimes I pay full price for a book, but only when it’s the new release of an author I know. It’s my little way of showing support.
I do think authors are causing problems in the blogosphere, but I don’t think most of them realize what they are doing. Everyone is busy and just doing the best they can. I’m an author and blogger too so I know it’s hard.
As you mentioned, everyone is just trying to do the best they can. And I do believe that book announcements, cover reveals, book releases, blog tours are unavoidable. Authors helping one another is also a great way of paying it forward. 🙂
I don’t mind paying full price for a book. As you say, it’s a show of support for our fellow authors.
Oh, Michelle, so sorry I just saw this one when I was surfing. Thanks for playing along. 🙂
I love Dr. Seuss, too!
No problem, Sittie! 🙂 I’m glad you noticed it.