BLOGGER TWO: Sophie

NAME: Sophie. Otherwise known as Soph, Shizzle, or Sid (thanks to Tom).

UNI: Aberystwyth University.

COURSE: English Literature BA.

FAVOURITE GENRE: As a student of English Literature, I read an eclectic mix of genres for my course, but currently I have three real faves. Firstly Jane Austen novels as I think they’re escapist which I love, plus the romantic side, no one can resist a Mr Darcy right? Secondly, historic novels by author’s such as Phillipa Gregory and Alison Weir. My favourite historical period would have to be the Tudor reign. And lastly chic lit novels are always a winner, and never cease to leave me in a happier mood than when I’d started reading them.

THE BOOK YOU WOULD MOST RECOMMEND AT THE MOMENT: Well, I’ve just finished reading A Weekend with Mr Darcy by Victoria Connelly which was fabby! I loved it because it was based on two women who were complete opposites finding the meaning of true love while at an Austen weekend in Hampshire. Firstly it made me desperately want to go on an Austen weekend, and secondly it was all lovely and romantic. I would also recommend any books by Phillipa Gregory as her descriptive writing, which is based around fact really transports you to Tudor England.

OTHER INTERESTS: I adore anything to do with performing arts whether it’s dancing, singing or acting. Dancing is my first passion in life, so I always try to see ballets whether its performed by professionals or amateurs. I love musical theatre as well, and unfortunately don’t get to see a massive amount of west end shows, but I always try to have a sneeky night out to one if I’m around a theatre! A new interest of mine is folk music, which I find mesmerising. Also love writing hence why I’m an English student and I would love to become an author or freelance book editor one day!

ANY OTHER NIFTY INFO: I attempt to do the odd bit of knitting, but I won’t lie, I’m starting to fail dramatically! You can find me on twitter, muttering away to the world wide web about my daily musings: www.twitter.com/sophieshizzle

Peace & Love.

BLOGGER ONE: Charlotte

NAME: Charlotte Evans, also known as; Char, Charlie, Carly, Chardizzle (don't ask)...

UNI: King's College London

COURSE: French & Hispanic Studies, four years, with a year abroad starting this September! Eek! Exciting.

FAVOURITE GENRE: Well, to be honest, I normally read chick lit stuff, however I do like to venture into other genres as much as possible; crime, historical fiction etc. As a student of French & Spanish, I do read a lot of foreign literature as well, especially for my course so will be including these in my total!

THE BOOK YOU WOULD MOST RECOMMEND AT THE MOMENT: That's a really tricky one. I read a lot of books, all the time and to be honest, none have clearly jumped out at me recently. I developed a huge thing for Nicholas Sparks' books towards the end of last year, so if you like something a bit romantic and often heart wrenching, I'd go for that. Dear John was especially beautiful. I'm also a wee bit addicted to Jodi Picoult, but I always have been. OH, also, whilst stuck at an airport last summer, the only thing I had with me to read was After You'd Gone by Maggie O'Farrell. Having not read anything else by her, I was surprised at how much I loved it! I read it all in one go on that day!...Gosh I've rambled a bit there, sorry.

OTHER INTERESTS: I am a huge lover of theatre and music. I try and get to shows and gigs whenever I can. I end up going about once a week sometimes! I love singing and playing the violin and am attempting to teach myself to play the piano properly, as I can only fiddle around a little bit at the moment. I also love cooking, photography and travelling. I have huge travel ambitions which hopefully, once I finish uni will come to light!

ANY OTHER NIFTY INFO: I'm a coffee addict and a serious snacker. Many people tell me I'm exactly like Miranda Hart....from the bbc comedy Miranda. If you haven't seen it, go and watch it on YouTube. It's my favourite thing ever.

Oh and I'm completely addicted to twitter. Find out what I'm up to in my day to day life here: www.twitter.com/charliecarly

Ta very much for your time.

Am off to do some reading.

A very hearty welcome to Books and Biscuits!

So, way back in 6th form, my friend Hayley and I had this lovely idea for a book reading and biscuit eating group called Books and Biscuits. However, due to the workload we had and the way that things like that never really come to fruition when you're 16 years old, it never happened.

So the idea has changed a little bit. We're going to be a book blog.

3 girls. At three different universities across the country. Studying three different things.

But I'll get to that later, with a little introduction for each of us.

For now, here's the big idea, we're going to try and read 150 books between us this year, and we're going to count them down and review them as we go on here.

Please feel free to leave us comments, recommendations or review requests as we go along, we're open to all kinds of literature.

So there we go. Bring it on!