50 Years is a fantastic amount of time for a television series to be on air (even if there was a slight break).

That's nearly 800 episodes!

In order to celebrate there will be a global simulcast of "The Day of the Doctor" in over 70 countries.

More than 70 Countries!

Have you checked out the Google doodle for today?

http://www.google.com

In honor of the day share your favorite Doctor Who memories, episodes, etc.

Stop by later to share your thoughts on today's (tomorrow's for some of you) show.

Beware there might be spoilers later on! So white those out. (highlight text and click the text color box)

Feelings?

If you never watched Doctor Who before, give it a try today!

Here's a link to find out that shows which contries will be showing the simulcast.

http://www.doctorwho.tv/watch-the-day-of-the-doctor/#tv

Happy Football Weekend!

So, come tell me who you love and hate, who you cheer for and against, all that jazz.

My boys have given up this year (we lost to Kansas, c'mon).

My men are on a decent hot streak.Here's some love for them:

So who are you watching this weekend?

I haven't done one of these in so long!!

Are you trying to get in shape for Christmas?

Maybe you're wanting to just get healthier?

If you'd like advice or you have good information regarding health and fitness, this is the place to share it!

Also, if you're a regular here, update us on how you've been getting on these last couple of months!

Welcome to the Feed Your E-Reader

weekly campfire! 

Please post all the fabulous deals you've found this week. And if you pick up a book from a comment inside, please let your fellow campers know you did.

And don't forget to feed the trees, yeah? 

LET'S DISCUSS! 

Have you seen it?
What did you think?
Love it? Hate it?
There are probably some who haven't had a chance to see it, so spoilers in white! 

[Ranger edit to make that clear. There will be spoilers within. Enter at your own risk.]

Let's talk about the X-men, shall we?

Yeah, I know everyone likes Wolverine - I mean the other X-men!

Who's your fav, why, have they been in a movie yet?

Amazon just sent me an e-mail that the new Black Dagger Brotherhood book is coming in March. I was a little disappointed in her last effort. I am looking forward to getting back into the stories of some of the original characters though. Thoughts? Will you buy it? Wait a while?

J.R. Ward's # 1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood continues as a royal bloodline is compromised by a grave threat to the throne.

Long live the King…

After turning his back on the throne for centuries, Wrath, son of Wrath, finally assumed his father’s mantle--with the help of his beloved mate. But the crown sets heavily on his head. As the war with the Lessening Society rages on, and the threat from the Band of Bastards truly hits home, he is forced to make choices that put everything--and everyone--at risk.

Beth Randall thought she knew what she was getting into when she mated the last pure blooded vampire on the planet: An easy ride was not it. But when she decides she wants a child, she’s unprepared for Wrath’s response--or the distance it creates between them.

The question is, will true love win out... or tortured legacy take over?

Fic Rec
Cullen's Roadhouse
By: TGBMcCray
Bella Swan is adrift. She's got a worthless college degree, bills, two friends, a shitty apartment, and too many ex-boyfriends. Swearing off men seems like a good idea, at least until she can figure out how to pour a proper beer and make some cash to get her head above water at Cullen's Roadhouse. Its an apron that sets her off. An apron, some Levi's, and a tall glass of Diet Coke.
Rated: Fiction M - English - Humor/Drama - Bella - Chapters: 11 - Words: 11,485 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 50 - Updated: Nov 19 - Published: Nov 7
 

So someone tweeted this article, which has a very interesting take on the whole Twilight phenomenon (specifically the movies, but the issues it brings up are true of the books, too). While I like seeing someone pointing out the positives of the franchise, it got me to thinking about this issue of "women's entertainment" in general.

I write romance novels. No one in my real life knows this because of the stigma generally associated with it. People are dismissive of the genre in all its forms, from sexy contemporary (mommy porn) to historical romance (bodice-rippers). But romance novels generated $1.438 BILLION dollars in sales in 2012, which makes it as big as the mystery and sci-fi/ fantasy genres combined. So if it's making so much money, why the attitude? 

Why are people so dismissive of entertainment, both books and movies, geared towards women when the numbers prove that it sells?

Talk to me about this, people. Why does the world hate "chick stories" so much and what can we do to change it?

e.t.a. Share your favorite female-centric books and movies, too. Mine, forever and always, is Pride and Prejudice. And look, I just gave myself an excuse to post a picture of Colin Firth. 

purple edit: i am stickying this CF because the article is gr9 and also because feminism which is why i created two new tags, all shiny and special-like and it has nothing to do with the firthery that spanglemakernumbers obviously posted for my benefit

Just wanted to wish my girl Naya aka 'Nayaritism' a Happy Birthday!  She is a wonderful person who has the best heart and soul. I really hope she has a great day.

Hi Campers!  This week we are sharing 

Our Favorite Shops!

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What's your favorite place to shop for yourself or for your family?  Why? 

Do they have great displays?  Great deals?  Great customer service? 

Let's help each other out through this very generous commercial season and see if we can find some good new stores!

Thanks to Mrs. CherryBomb for the suggestion.  As always, feel free to interpret how you like.  And, even if you don't have pictures to share, feel free to comment on your fellow campers' pictures. 

We are skipping next week due to the holidays (Thanksgiving here in the US).  In two weeks time, we will be focusing on FOOD!  (You're welcome, rote_kirsch)  Any type of food--your faves, your Thanksgiving spread, your fave take-out etc. 

We here at ADF are a friendly, helpful bunch!

If you have a request for a type of story or a book,
this is your spot.

If you are unsure about something that has to do with ADF,
ask here.

If you have amnesia about a fic,
this is the place to ask about it!

If you are unsure about something that DOES NOT have to do with ADF,
ask here as well!

What are you reading?

Special assignment:

Autumn-time books or fanfiction: 

They can be set in the fall or simply make you feel like you're wrapped in a warm blanket by a crackling fire, sipping hot cider, and you never want to stop reading.  

As always, feel free to ignore the special assignment and give us anything you want.  

how are you

what are you doing

talk to me, darlings