Hello folks, happy Monday!
Today I am here with an announcement regarding this blog. This is something that has been on my mind for a long time, but I was having mixed feelings about going ahead with it.
First things first, I completed 6 months of blogging on July 30. ๐ I know, I know, that for a lot of peopleย who have been blogging for years and years, this is a relatively short period of time. Nonetheless, blogging has been an extremely rewarding and enriching experience for me, and every little milestone makes me veryย happy. Very very happy. ๐
Over this period of time, blogging has also become a centre of positive influence in my life. It has not only provided me with a creative outlet, but has also connected me with a lot of amazing people, and I am better for it. ๐
Now for the announcement..
This blog was initially started to document my love forย all-things-books. However, as time passed, I realized that I want to incorporate other aspects of my life into my blog, to make it a true and more complete reflection of myself.
This spaceย has become my happy place, and I donโt want to limit it to only the happiness that I derive from reading. So while books will continue to be a large part of this blog, going forward, you can expect to also find an equal mix of posts relating to Everyday Living, Parenting & Blogging itself.
Also as far as books are concerned, I hopeย to explore areas outside of bookย reviews. I look forward to doing some bookย discussions and author interviews, to be able to learn and share with you guys, the behind the scenes of making these book things that we love so much. ๐
Life is a mixed bag and I want this blog to reflect that. I hope you will continue this journey with me. Looking forward to an exciting time in the blogging world. ๐
*Linking this to WriteTribe’s #MondayMusings
Lata Sunil
Congrats Shantala! Looking to more writing from you.
Shanaya Tales
Thanks a lot, Lata. ๐
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Alok Singhal
That’s a good diversification. Good luck with future Journey as well ๐
Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Alok. ๐
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Salvwi Prasad
Congratulations ! Will wait for more to read from you. ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Thanks a lot, Salvwi. ๐
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Nibha
Congratulations on your sixth month anniversary! Looking forward to your new journey here! Good luck! ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Nibha. ๐
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Inderpreet Kaur
Congratulations and good decision.
So much to write and share.
All the best
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Shanaya Tales
Thanks a lot, Inderpreet. ๐
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Roshni
Of course! Why not?!! Glad to see you expanding your scope! And congrats on the 6 month anniversary!!
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Roshni. ๐
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Debbie D.
Going “niche-free” opens up so many more possibilities. I think it’s a great idea and look forward to your future posts. Cheers!
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Shanaya Tales
Glad you like the change. Thank you so much, Debbie. ๐
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C. Lee McKenzie
It’s a good idea to make changes and keep yourself and your blog fresh. Good for you.
Shanaya Tales
Thanks a lot, Lee. ๐
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Somali K Chakrbarti
Change is the norm. Our blogs evolve with time and we evolve through our writing style with it. Best wishes and look forward to a more cool blog with different shades Shanaya.
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Somali. ๐
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Corinne Rodrigues
I never did perceive you as a book blogger, Shantala! So glad you’re moving in the direction you are. Good luck. I know you’ll shine ! ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you, Corinne. Coming from you, this means a lot. ๐
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Mithila Menezes
That’s a really nice move, Shantala!
Looking forward to these new blog posts!
Btw, I just turned seven months old on 27th July ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Wow! We pretty much started at the same time then. Congratulations to a ‘fellow-relative-newbie’ on completing 7 months! ๐ We have a long way to go. We can cheer each other on. ๐
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Geets
Congratulations Shantala! You are an amazing writer.. and getting to know the tit-bits of daily life will be like cherry on the cake..
Keep writing.. Keep posting..
Cheers
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Shanaya Tales
I really appreciate your support. Thank you so much, Geetika. ๐
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Shilpa Garg
Simply cool! Looking forward to read more from you at this space. Cheers ๐
Shanaya Tales
Thanks a lot, Shilpa. ๐
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Obsessivemom
Looking forward to this new phase of your blog Shantala and to getting to know you better.
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Tulika. ๐
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Shailaja
Very happy to see this, Shantala ๐ Love the fact that you are spreading your wings and making waves. Mixed metaphors, but you know what I mean ๐ Go forth and blog. You’ll do a fabulous job , as always ๐ All the best!
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Shanaya Tales
Your vote of confidence really means a lot, Shailaja. Thank you so much. ๐
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Shilpa Gupte
Congratulations, Shantala! And, best wishes for the new direction that your blog will be taking! Go for it, girl! ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, dearie. ๐
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Susan Gourley
That sounds like a great plan. I think blog readers enjoy variety in blogs and those personal tidbits and shared experiences.
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Shanaya Tales
Yes, I think they will prefer variety. I know I do. Thank you so much, Susan. ๐
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nabanita
Awesome! Congratulations on completing 6 months in this blogging world…May you have an even more exciting journey into the future with blogging and more…Looking forward to your posts ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much. Appreciate it. ๐
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Shalini
Cool! Congrats and I’m sure reading more about the things you love would be great! Go on, Shantala! Woot woot… ๐
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much. Glad you liked the change. ๐
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Mee Magnum
Shantala,
Good luck! I can’t wait to read about everything else you’re going to share!!
–Mee (The Chinese Quest)
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Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Mee. ๐
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